“Top-tier procurement teams deliver returns of 10–15× their investment in people, processes, and technology.” – A.T. Kearney, 2024

OVERVIEW

Master the procurement lifecycle with clarity and confidence.

This intensive two-day masterclass equips participants with the essential skills, tools, and mindset to deliver procurement excellence. Day 1 lays a solid foundation with a clear, structured approach to planning, sourcing, evaluation, and contract management—ensuring participants gain full command of core principles that drive value and compliance.

Move beyond the basics to deliver real-world impact.

On Day 2, participants dive into advanced strategies that meet the demands of modern procurement. Through practical tools, case studies, and proven techniques, they’ll explore how to tackle complexity, manage risk, and unlock supplier-enabled innovation—positioning procurement as a powerful driver of organisational performance.

BENEFITS OF THIS WORKSHOP

• Lifecycle-Based Structure – The workshop follows a simplified, easy-to-grasp version of the procurement lifecycle, helping participants connect each stage of the process and apply a structured approach in their day-to-day work.
• Practical, Not Academic – Designed and delivered by a seasoned practitioner, the content prioritises real-world application over theory, using case studies, tools and insights drawn from hands-on experience across diverse industries.
• Bridging Knowledge Gaps – Whether participants are new to procurement or stepping into more strategic roles, the program effectively levels the playing field, building confidence, clarifying roles and equipping attendees with tools they can use immediately.

OUR DISTINGUISHED TRAINER

ANDREA CARNINO
Procurement & Sourcing Consultant
Singapore

Andrea Carnino is a seasoned procurement and consulting professional with over 15 years of experience spanning Europe and Asia-Pacific.  His career brings deep expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, cost optimisation and sustainable procurement, with a track record spanning Retail, F&B/FMCG, Telecommunications and Precision Engineering sectors.   

Andrea holds an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and a Master of Engineering from Politecnico di Torino. His diverse career includes roles at renowned companies such as ArcBlue (part of Bain & Company), Vodafone Australia, Woolworths, Reckitt Benckiser and Ferrero, where he led significant procurement initiatives. As a certified trainer with ACLP accreditation from IAL Singapore, Andrea has also led training and capability development programs for various organisations, including The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), ComfortDelGro, Ninja Van, Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), MISC and AIA.

His extensive experience includes leading cost-saving projects for multinational clients like REC Solar, Mondelez, Fonterra and Indorama Ventures. Andrea also managed a significant AU$ 40M+ tender at Vodafone Australia for a BPO (customer care centre) and handled the source-to-contract cycle at Woolworths for a portfolio of AU$ 180M+, managing key categories such as packaging, consumables and marketing. Notably, at Ferrero, he led projects related to sustainable and environment-friendly packaging, further showcasing his commitment to innovation and sustainability in procurement.