Differentiate between different types of commercial relationships in supply chains; Appraise portfolio analysis techniques to assess relationships in supply chains; Identify the competitive forces that impact on relationships in supply chains; Compare the sources of added value that can be achieved through supply chain relationships; Analyse the purpose of organisational procedures and processes in sourcing goods and/or services; Compare team management techniques to ensure positive stakeholder relationships; Compare the practical considerations of stakeholder management; Identify the processes for terminating stakeholder relationships; Analyse the concept of partnering and where it is a suitable approach; Appraise the process of partnership implementation; Identify the reasons why partnerships fail. Please click here for the detailed syllabus.
