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One Day Training Courses

Aspire offers one-day online courses for individuals or teams who are looking to enhance their understanding of the profession.

The courses are delivered by Katie Jarvis-Grove (FCIPS), a highly skilled and internationally recognised procurement trainer, who has over 20 years of practitioner experience along with expertise in authoring seven procurement-based books and writing content for globally known procurement organisations.

The programmes are interactive with easy to relate to examples to help bring the theory to life.

The number of attendees on the online delivery platform are limited to 12 per workshop to ensure that each delegate receives a high level of training on the day.

We operate a completely transparent costing model, our one-day programmes start at £199 + VAT per delegate.

Our courses typically commence at 0930 (UK time but can be scheduled to work with global time zones if required) until 1600 hours. There is a 15-minute morning and afternoon break and 30 minutes for lunch.

If you can’t find what you are looking for, or you want a bespoke course written for your organisation to fill some specific gaps please get in touch using the “Contact Us” form.

Courses currently available are detailed below. To express interest in a course please click on the relevant title and complete the form.

Expert training from Katie Jarvis-Grove

20+ Years’ procurement experience

Aspire can provide you or your team with training on any element of procurement and supply chain management. Training can be “off the shelf” from our vast library of pre-written courses and can be delivered either remotely or face to face. All courses are led by Katie Jarvis-Grove, bringing 20+ years’ of real-world procurement expertise from manufacturing, agriculture, construction, and MOD sectors.

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    Aspire offers one-day online courses for individuals and teams who are looking to enhance their understanding of the profession.
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Some of our one-day training courses

An introduction to procurement and supply

What is procurement? What does the procurement function do and how does it add value to an organisation? This course is an entry level workshop to demonstrate the fundamentals of procurement along with how to use trusted and proven models/theories to aid the department.

Basic contract creation

What constitutes a contract? Is my document legally binding? This course demonstrates what is needed to form a legally binding agreement along with key inclusions, terms, conditions and how to terminate a contract.

Stakeholder identification and management

Understanding the stakeholders of an organisation or a project is fundamental to success. This course demonstrates how to identify, categorise and manage stakeholders to help achieve optimum results.

Strategic planning

Organisations need to be sustainable. To ensure sustainability strategic planning is required. This course explains the importance of sustainability along with how a business can protect itself into the future through the use of strategic planning. Areas covered include the vision of a business, the setting and managing of objectives as well as dealing with resistance.

Supplier relationship management

SRM is a key skill in procurement. A satisfied supplier will generate a positive experience for procurement professionals. Managing suppliers is covered in this course along with an explanation of the tools and techniques which can be used to assist in the process.

An introduction to tendering

Tendering can be complex. Tendering can be confusing. This short course explains the basis of what a tender is, how to carry out a tender process and which style is most suitable for the identified need. Tendering has some key criteria that should always be followed and throughout this workshop all areas that ultimately ensure fair and transparent operating will be covered.

An introduction to negotiation

What is negotiation? Why do we need to negotiate? This course explains the importance of negotiation along with the styles that may be used and the techniques that can be used to contribute towards a positive outcome.

Contract management

Contracts don’t run themselves. They need a skilled person to ensure that milestones are reached, objectives are achieved and terms are met. This course details how contracts should be managed and how to get things back on track should the agreement not go to plan.

Change management

The only certainty in life is change! When managed effectively change should be a positive shift in a business. This course explains the drivers for change, the types of change and how to manage change to achieve buy in and a successful outcome.

Market awareness and benchmarking

A strong procurement professional will be aware of the market factors, the external drivers and the micro climate in which they work. This course details how to obtain that awareness and what to do with the information to ensure a business is working towards being the best in class.

Risk management in the supply chain

An organisation is only as strong as the weakest link in its supply chain. If the supply chain fails this could be disastrous for any organisation. This course explains the importance of having a robust supply chain and shares techniques on how to identify, monitor, categorise and mitigate risk which may cause a failure.

Supplier performance management

Having the ability to tell a supply how well they are performing (or not!) is critical. What is equally critical is having tangible evidence to demonstrate what is being fed back. Effective SLAs and KPIs are a key factor in performance measures. This course explains the importance of supplier performance, shares how to create effective KPIs and SLAs, explores the methods which can be used and covers the ways in which the information gathered can be stored, evaluated and shared within the supply chain.

LEAN and continuous improvement

Reducing waste, doing things better, faster, more efficiently and having less down time due to defects……all sounds very positive and it will be if done correctly. This course explains how, through the use of the LEAN theory and other improvement methodologies, waste can be reduced from a supply chain to create a vision based on continuous improvement.

Procurement Templates & Documentation Library

Aspire has a large library of templates which can be purchased for inclusion as part of procurement departments’ policies and procedures. Documentation can be purchased to be used as part of a current policy or can be created as a bespoke requirement to meet changing needs.

Available Templates & Documentation

  • ABC analysis categorisation
  • Balanced scorecards
  • Codes of ethics
  • CSR policies
  • Gantt charts
  • Improvement notices
  • ITT templates
  • KPI creations
  • Letters of award
  • Letters of termination
  • Market analysis templates
  • PIDs (Project Initiation Documents)
  • Procurement good practice guidelines
  • Procurement vision statements
  • RFI (Request for Information) templates
  • RFQ (Request for Quotation) templates
  • Specification creation templates
  • Supplier evaluation templates
  • Supplier relationship assessment tools

Purchase Options

Standalone Purchase

Buy individual templates or documentation packages for immediate use in your procurement function

With Training Package

Purchase documentation alongside training courses to ensure your team knows how to implement effectively

With Implementation Support

Documentation + ongoing support to help with inclusion into your corporate strategy and policies

Why choose Aspire for procurement training

20+ Years’ real experience

Katie Jarvis-Groves brings deep procurement experience across manufacturing, agriculture, construction, and MOD. FCIPS qualified with a track record of delivering results for UK businesses of all sizes.

Practical, Applicable Training

Every course focuses on real-world application with case studies, practical exercises, and immediately usable tools and techniques.

Flexible & Customisable

From off the shelf courses to fully bespoke training, we adapt to your needs—not the other way around.

Small Cohort Sizes

Maximum 12 delegates per course ensures everyone receives personal attention and can actively participate.

Remote or On-Site

Choose the delivery format that works best for your team: virtual training or Katie travels to your location.

Proven Track Record

200+ successful students, above national average pass rates for CIPS, and countless improved procurement functions.

“We brought Katie in to train our procurement team on negotiation and supplier management. The ROI was immediate; within 3 months we’d renegotiated two major contracts saving over £50,000 annually.”

Procurement Manager: Manufacturing (80 employees)

2-day Negotiation + Supplier Management Training

Frequently asked questions

What 1-day online courses does Aspire Procurement offer?

Aspire offers a range of procurement-focused workshops including: An Introduction to Procurement and Supply, Basic Contract Creation, Stakeholder Identification and Management, Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management, An Introduction to Tendering, An Introduction to Negotiation, Contract Management, Change Management, Market Awareness and Benchmarking, Risk Management in the Supply Chain, Supplier Performance Management, and LEAN and Continuous Improvement.

How much do the courses cost?

All one-day programmes are priced at £199 + VAT per delegate under a fully transparent costing model.

Who delivers the training?

The courses are delivered by Katie Jarvis-Grove (FCIPS), a highly experienced and internationally recognised procurement trainer with over 20 years of practitioner experience. She has also authored seven procurement-based books and written content for globally known procurement organisations.

What are the course timings?

Courses typically run from 09:30 to 16:00 (UK time), with a 15-minute morning break, a 30-minute lunch break, and a 15-minute afternoon break. Timings can be adjusted to accommodate global time zones if required.

How many people attend each session?

Class sizes are limited to a maximum of 12 delegates per workshop. This ensures every attendee receives a high level of personal attention and interaction throughout the day.

Who are these courses suitable for?

The courses cater to individuals looking to enhance their understanding of procurement. Some workshops, like An Introduction to Procurement and Supply, are entry-level, while others such as Strategic Planning, Risk Management, and LEAN and Continuous Improvement suit those looking to deepen existing knowledge.

How are the courses delivered?

All courses are delivered online via an interactive format, using relatable examples to bring procurement theory to life. The small group size helps encourage participation and discussion.

Can Aspire create a bespoke course for my organisation?

Yes. If you can’t find a course that meets your needs, or you’d like something tailored to address specific gaps within your organisation, you can get in touch via the “Contact Us” form to discuss a bespoke programme.

Ready to Develop Your Procurement Team’s Skills?

Contact Katie to discuss your training needs, request a detailed course catalogue, or get a customised quote for your organisation.
Book a free procurement consultation
Or contact us directly:
01790 755618 info@aspireprocurement.co.uk

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Years’ of procurement expertise

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Trained professionals

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Delegates per course

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Practical, real-world focus