Fundamentals of Purchasing for New Buyers in London
Next start 19 Oct 2026 · 1 date in London · 5 days · 20 CPD hours · from £4,300
Fundamentals of Purchasing for New Buyers runs in London on 1 date, starting 19 Oct 2026. New to buying? Master the purchasing cycle, negotiate better and make decisions that cut costs. £4,300 per delegate in London, exc VAT.
- 19 Oct 2026 next start
- 1 date in London
- 5 days in person
- 20 CPD hours
- £4,300 per delegate
London dates & prices
| Dates | Venue | Duration | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 - 23 Oct 2026 | London | 5 days | £4,300 | Register |
About the course
Purchasing is a critical function in any organisation, significantly influencing operations' efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall success. As businesses evolve, the roles of purchasing and buyers continue to change. This course will give new buyers the necessary skills and knowledge to understand the purchasing cycle, improve their negotiating power, and make better buying decisions. Buyers can help reduce costs, enhance supplier relationships, and contribute to overall business success by improving purchasing management.
What you will learn
- Be familiar with the fundamentals of Purchasing.
- Recognise the new roles of Purchasing and buyers.
- Become a more efficient and productive buyer through applying the techniques of purchasing management.
- Improve the services provided by your suppliers through more effective negotiations and planning.
- Understand the ethical/legal aspects of purchasing and its possible liabilities.
- Attain a better negotiating position through cost analysis.
- Identify hidden costs and make better buying decisions.
- Increase your company’s savings through better purchasing management - and increase your chances for success.
- Find out how to select and qualify suppliers.
Full day-by-day outline, accreditations and who should attend →
Accredited by CPD, ISO 9001:2015.
Frequently asked questions
When does Fundamentals of Purchasing for New Buyers next run in London?
The next London start is 19 Oct 2026 (19 - 23 Oct 2026); 1 date is scheduled in London.
Where in London is the course held?
At a central London business venue; the address and joining instructions are confirmed on your booking.
How much does Fundamentals of Purchasing for New Buyers cost in London?
£4,300 per delegate, including tuition, materials and your CPD certificate (20 CPD hours). UK VAT applies only to UK-billed bookings. Pay online by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or PayPal, or request an invoice.
Can I book Fundamentals of Purchasing for New Buyers in London for a group?
Yes: register 3 delegates on the same date and pay for 2, or ask for a group quote. We also run this course in-house at your offices in London or a venue of your choice.
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Training a team in London?
Register 3 delegates and pay for 2, or have Fundamentals of Purchasing for New Buyers delivered in-house at your offices.