Optimising Supply Chain and Procurement Under Local Content Management

Course Introduction

Local Content and In-Country Value (ICV) policies are transforming global procurement and supply chain practices. Governments and industries around the world are introducing local content frameworks to foster economic diversification, create jobs, and drive sustainable industrial growth.

This Optimising Supply Chain and Procurement Under Local Content Management training course offers a practical and structured method for incorporating Local Content and ICV principles into procurement and supply chain operations. It will assist professionals in improving compliance, optimizing supplier development, and creating lasting social value through effective local sourcing strategies.

Key highlights of this training course include:

• An understanding of Local Content and ICV policies across different sectors.
• Strategies to enhance procurement processes within Local Content frameworks.
• Approaches to supplier development and capacity-building.
• Ways to integrate social value into procurement decisions.
• Best practices for ensuring compliance, performance tracking, and reporting.

Objectives

Upon completion of this Optimising Supply Chain and Procurement Under Local Content Management training course, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the core principles of Local Content and ICV.
• Incorporate Local Content into procurement and supply chain strategies.
• Develop frameworks for local supplier development and capacity-building.
• Improve compliance with regulatory and contractual Local Content requirements.
• Track and report on Local Content performance and social impact.

Training Methodology

Participants will engage in expert-led discussions on local content and ICV policies, along with case studies of successful local content implementation in supply chains. They will take part in practical exercises focused on supplier localisation and contract structuring. Group discussions will address overcoming local content compliance challenges, and simulation workshops will cover local content reporting and performance tracking. These activities aim to deepen understanding and enhance practical skills in local content and ICV strategies.

Organisational Impact

Organizations will see the following advantages:

• Improved compliance with Local Content regulations and contractual obligations.
• Strengthened supplier development programs that boost local sourcing efforts.
• Enhanced supply chain resilience and increased competitiveness.
• Greater social value through job creation and skills development in local communities.
• Strengthened stakeholder confidence in sustainable and responsible procurement practices.

Personal Impact

Participants will gain:

• A comprehensive understanding of Local Content and ICV strategies.
• Practical skills for implementing Local Content frameworks in procurement processes.
• An enhanced ability to assess and develop local supplier capabilities.
• Confidence in managing regulatory compliance and performance tracking.
• Recognition as a key driver of Local Content success within their organization.

Who Should Attend?

This Oxford Management Centre Optimising Supply Chain and Procurement Under Local Content Management training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals, but will greatly benefit:

• Procurement and Supply Chain Managers.
• Local Content and ICV Specialists.
• Government and Regulatory Affairs Professionals.
• Contracts and Vendor Management Personnel.
• Sustainability and Social Value Practitioners.
• Project Managers responsible for Local Content implementation.

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