Trainer - Procurement (Freelance)

Blue Ocean Corporation India PVT LTD; India; Remote; INR 1,102,000 - 2,204,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ocean Corporation India PVT LTD is seeking a seasoned procurement trainer to deliver structured programs on procurement processes, sourcing strategies, vendor selection, contract management, and cost optimization.

You will guide learners through the procurement lifecycle, vendor negotiations, and real-world case studies, while mentoring participants for global certifications like CIPS, and creating customized training materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of practical experience in procurement or sourcing.
• CIPS or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Strong vendor negotiation, contract management and cost-saving skills.
• Experience delivering training or workshops in procurement.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with procurement tools, ERP systems, and sourcing platforms.
• Ability to translate complex procurement concepts into clear content.
• Industry exposure across sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured training programs on procurement processes.
• Incorporate real-world challenges and case studies.
• Facilitate role plays and negotiation simulations.
• Mentor participants and support certification prep (CIPS).
• Develop and customize training materials.
• Evaluate participant performance with assignments and assessments.
• Maintain training documentation and submit feedback reports.
• Willing to engage on a freelance basis with flexible scheduling.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Contract management

Cost-saving strategies

Communication

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Sourcing platforms familiarity

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Procurement/Supply Chain/Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Sourcing platforms

Job description

Deliver structured training programs on procurement processes, including sourcing strategies, vendor selection, contract management, and cost optimization. Provide in-depth understanding of the procurement lifecycle, from requirement identification to supplier evaluation and purchase execution. Incorporate real-world procurement challenges and case studies to enhance practical learning. Facilitate role plays and negotiation simulations to build participant capability in vendor management. Support learners in preparing for globally recognized procurement certifications such as CIPS. Develop and customize training materials aligned with industry best practices. Evaluate participant performance through assignments, discussions, and assessments. Share insights on global procurement trends, risk management, and supplier relationship management. Mentor participants on handling real-time procurement challenges in their organizations. Maintain training documentation and submit detailed feedback reports post sessions. Willingness to engage on a freelance basis with flexible scheduling availability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of practical experience in procurement or sourcing roles.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS or equivalent will be highly preferred.
• Strong expertise in vendor negotiation, contract management, and cost-saving strategies.
• Prior experience in delivering training or workshops in procurement-related areas.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with procurement tools, ERP systems, and sourcing platforms.
• Ability to translate complex procurement concepts into easy-to-understand content.
• Strong industry exposure across sectors will be an added advantage.