Competence Framework

The starting point to determine the levels of skills required by the purchasing team is a set of competences covering both technical and relationship abilities. The framework comprises a range of competencies each broken into levels from beginner to expert.

Technical Competencies	Relationship competencies
Planning and strategy	Presentation skills
Sourcing	Leadership/Influencing
Contracting	Relationship management
Contract management	Conflict management
Performance measurement	Team player
Negotiation
Problem solving

Once developed the competence framework becomes the basis for procurement training and supply chain management training. Staff can be assessed against their current competence levels as part of a full training needs analysis resulting in a corporate training programme to fill the skill gaps. Some corporate programmes will include an educational element allowing delegates to obtain MCIPS.

Commercial Skills are highly experienced at developing bespoke competence frameworks and also working with clients existing frameworks.

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To find out more about developing your competence framework please call Commercial Skills on 0191 4693232, email info@commercialskills.com or complete our enquiry form