Part of the YH programme Logistiker at TUC Yrkeshögskola. This course cannot be applied for on its own. Programme code: LOG24STO.
Purchasing and IT-Driven Logistics introduces you to the role, value and organisation of the purchasing function in a goods-producing company, as well as to e-commerce and IT-driven logistics. You learn to apply the principles that govern a purchasing organisation at an operational level and to handle simpler purchasing-related activities. The course highlights key concepts, tools and processes in purchasing, supplier management and contract management linked to the company's strategy and supply chain.
Duration: 2 weeks
Language: Swedish
Level: Beginner
CSN-eligible
Time commitment: 10 YH credits, approx. 2 weeks of full-time study
The purpose of the course is to introduce knowledge related to the role, value and organisation of the purchasing function. The student shall also gain knowledge of e-commerce and IT-driven logistics. The goal of the course is for the student to understand and be able to apply the principles that govern a purchasing organisation at an operational level. The student shall be able to handle simpler purchasing-related activities in a goods-producing company. The course highlights important concepts, tools and processes in purchasing, supplier management and contract management, linked to the company's overall strategy and the role of the purchasing function in supply chains. The student shall also learn to think in terms of new structures, processes and systems to increase customer value.
The purpose of the course is to introduce knowledge related to the role, value and organisation of the purchasing function. The student shall also gain knowledge of e-commerce and IT-driven logistics. The goal of the course is for the student to understand and be able to apply the principles that govern a purchasing organisation at an operational level. The student shall be able to handle simpler purchasing-related activities in a goods-producing company. The course highlights important concepts, tools and processes in purchasing, supplier management and contract management, linked to the company's overall strategy and the role of the purchasing function in supply chains. The student shall also learn to think in terms of new structures, processes and systems to increase customer value.
What you will learn
What you learn.
Can describe the role, value and organisation of the purchasing function in a company
Understands the principles that govern a purchasing organisation at an operational level
Can handle simpler purchasing-related activities in a goods-producing company
Has knowledge of e-commerce and IT-driven logistics
Can describe important concepts in supplier management and contract management
Curriculum
How the course is built.
The role of the purchasing function
The purchasing organisation's role, value and place in the company's overall strategy.
Supplier management and contract management
Key tools and processes for managing suppliers and handling contracts.
E-commerce and IT-driven logistics
How IT support and e-commerce are changing logistics and purchasing processes.
Purchasing in the supply chain
The purchasing function's role in the company's supply chain and customer value.
Target audience
Who is this for?
The course is aimed at you who study logistics, e-commerce or purchasing and want an introduction to the purchasing function and IT-driven logistics.
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