Original price: USD $757
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AI Training for Procurement & Sourcing Professionals
Learn how to apply AI across real sourcing workflows, from supplier discovery and RFQ creation to quotation comparison, landed cost analysis and reporting.
AI-Enabled Procurement Workflow Design
AI-Assisted RFQ Development
Export Data and Trade Record Analysis
Strategic Supplier Discovery and Market Mapping
Cross-Border Supplier Communication
Multi-Supplier Quotation Normalisation
Supplier Qualification and Risk Assessment
Commercial Terms and Cost Risk Analysis
Total Landed Cost Modelling
Data-Driven Sourcing Recommendation Development
Programme details
3 sessions
(2 hours each)
Live virtual training |
Accelerated programme
80% practical
Of class time is guided, hands-on practice
Free 3 months
SourcingGPT access
Audience
Who this programme is for?
- Procurement managers and buyers
- Sourcing and category specialists
- Supply chain professionals
- Merchandisers and importers
- Entrepreneurs sourcing products globally
- No coding or advanced AI experience is required.
Outcomes
What you'll learn
01
Identify high-impact opportunities to apply AI across the full sourcing lifecycle
02
Discover, assess and shortlist suppliers across multiple markets with greater speed and confidence
03
Analyse export history, credentials and risk indicators to make more informed supplier decisions
04
Create clear, structured RFQs that generate more complete and comparable supplier responses
05
Strengthen multilingual and cross-cultural supplier communication across global markets
06
Compare quotations beyond price, including MOQ, lead time, payment terms, compliance and risk
07
Uncover hidden costs, commercial gaps and potential sourcing risks before they affect your decision
08
Model total landed costs across suppliers, freight methods, duties and shipping scenarios
09
Turn complex supplier and cost data into clear, stakeholder-ready sourcing recommendations
10
Use AI responsibly while applying professional judgement, verification and governance throughout the process
Hands-on
Learn through practical application
Approximately 80% of each session is dedicated to guided practice.
You will work on sourcing tasks relevant to your role rather than only listening to theory or learning general AI concepts.
Overview
Apply AI to Real Procurement & Sourcing Work
Build a complete sourcing project
Learn Through Practical Application
Certificate of Completion
Participants who complete the programme and submit a qualifying Capstone Playbook will receive a certificate of completion.
- The completed playbook can also be used as:
- A practical framework for future sourcing projects
- Evidence of professional development
- A portfolio-ready project
- Support for internal AI adoption discussions
Programme Experts
Delivered by
AI & Global Sourcing Specialists
SOPHIA Training & Consulting
SOPHIA leads the AI training, programme facilitation, participant support and Capstone Playbook feedback.
BUYHIVE
BUYHIVE provides practical sourcing expertise, SourcingGPT access and real-world insights from global supplier markets.
Programme Instructors
Minesh Pore
Co-Founder & CEO, Sourcing GPT.ai
Minesh Pore is the Founder and CEO of SourcingGPT, an AI-powered sourcing platform built to transform how businesses identify suppliers, assess opportunities and make better sourcing decisions.
With more than 25 years of experience in global sales, international trade and supply chain management, Minesh has held senior leadership roles and worked extensively across international markets.
Answers
Frequently AskedQuestions
Do I need AI or coding experience?
No. The programme begins with practical AI foundations and requires no coding experience.
Is the programme live?
Yes. The programme is delivered through three live virtual training days completed within a maximum of two weeks.
What happens if I miss a session?
Recordings will be made available to registered participants.
Can I use a real sourcing project?
Yes. You are encouraged to use a real or realistic sourcing case, provided that confidential information is appropriately protected.
How practical is the course?
Approximately % of the live training is focused on guided exercises and practical application.
Will I receive feedback?
Yes. Every participant who submits a qualifying Capstone Playbook receives personalised written feedback.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. A certificate of completion is issued after the qualifying Capstone Playbook is submitted.
How long will I have access to SourcingGPT?
Access is included during the programme and for three months after the training ends.
Can my company register several participants?
Yes. Group pricing and customised corporate programmes are available.
pilot cohort
Ready to Source Smarter with AI?
Learn how to discover suppliers faster, improve RFQs, compare quotations more clearly and make better-supported sourcing decisions.
Join the pilot cohort and receive the complete programme at 50% below the future full price.
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