Supplier Development Program

Supplier performance has a direct impact on cost, quality, reliability, and organizational competitiveness. While many organizations focus on supplier selection and contract management, fewer invest in systematic supplier development to improve long-term performance, reduce risk, and create shared value.

Developed by Boost, this course presents supplier development as a strategic and operational discipline aimed at enhancing supplier capabilities, strengthening collaboration, and improving overall supply chain performance. Participants learn how to assess supplier performance, identify development opportunities, and implement structured improvement initiatives with key suppliers.

Boost’s Supplier Development Program – Intermediate course equips professionals to move from transactional supplier management to value-driven supplier partnerships.

• Understand the purpose and benefits of supplier development
• Identify critical suppliers and development priorities
• Assess supplier performance and capability gaps
• Design and implement supplier development initiatives
• Manage collaboration and communication with suppliers
• Improve supplier performance, reliability, and compliance