Course

Basic course: Junior buyer

Competent right from the start

This course is held in German.
You start as a (Junior) buyer Or have you already gained some experience in this position? With our qualification program, we will prepare you for your practical work – from strategic/operational aspects of your purchasing activities to negotiations with suppliers and legal know-how. You will acquire the tools to confidently master your diverse tasks. Including a time/location-independent e-exam and a high-quality certificate from the Haufe Akademie .

Basic course: Junior buyer

Local. Digital - your choice: You have the option of choosing between face-to-face or live online for almost all course modules.
Compulsory seminar 1 (attendance or live online)
3 days
Basic training in purchasing
Compulsory seminar 2 (attendance or live online)
2 days
Law for purchasers

E-test
E-exam: Basic purchasing course - Competent right from the start

The basic course: Junior buyer comprises two compulsory seminars and an e-exam. You decide when and where you complete which course module within two years. You can book the modules individually or at an affordable package price. As soon as you have attended the compulsory seminars, you can register for the e-exam.

Learning environment

In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.

Your benefit

Your benefit as a company and employee:

  • Fast performance: How to get started as a buyer. Within 5 training days, we will get you fit for your practical work.
  • You will receive the necessary tools to tackle your tasks competently: From strategic and operational aspects of your purchasing work to practical tools that make your work easier - including negotiating. You will also acquire the legal foundation for purchasing contracts.
  • Document your learning success, increase your career opportunities: With a high-quality certificate from Haufe Akademie .
  • Stay flexible: You decide when and where you complete which course modules within 2 years. You can also complete your e-exam at any time and from any location.
  • As a company or HR manager, you can invest sustainably in high-performance purchasers with little effort and create important competitive advantages for your company.

Recommended for

newcomers in purchasing, prospective purchasers, purchasers purchasers. For those who are preparing for the position of purchaser and who want to acquire a solid basis for successful purchasing practice.

Final examination

Examination requirement

The prerequisite for the final examination is successful participation in the two mandatory seminars. The e-exam is based on the content of the two seminars of the "Basic course: Junior buyer" course. We recommend taking the exam promptly, at the latest two weeks after attending the last seminar.

Form of examination

  • The e-exam is an online-based exam on your PC/laptop. It lasts 1.5 hours.
  • You can access the e-exam via your learning environment.
  • You can take the e-exam in your familiar surroundings at a time of your choosing.
  • The special thing about the test is that you are shown immediately afterwards whether you have passed the test.
  • After passing the e-exam, you will receive a certificate from the Haufe Akademie .

 

Open Badges - Show what you can do digitally too.

Open Badges are recognized, digital certificates of participation. These verifiable credentials are the current standard for integration in career networks such as LinkedIn.

With them, you digitally demonstrate the competences you possess. After successful completion, you will receive an Open Badge from us.

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Buyer: Job description, tasks & salary

Buyers are responsible for procuring goods or services. They always have an overview of the market, demand, stock levels, offers, suppliers and costs. They also conclude contracts and are in constant contact with other departments and suppliers. Buyer: Key Facts Education Completed commercial training or a degree in business administration, industrial engineering or similar. Hard Skills sound understanding [...]

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Articles, interviews or whitepapers on the topic

Buyer: Job description, tasks & salary

Buyers are responsible for procuring goods or services. They always have an overview of the market, demand, stock levels, offers, suppliers and costs. They also conclude contracts and are in constant contact with other departments and suppliers. Buyer: Key Facts Education Completed commercial training or a degree in business administration, industrial engineering or similar. Hard Skills sound understanding [...]

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Further training together
Booking number
2596
€ 2.990,- plus VAT
5 seminar days
2 compulsory seminars + e-exam
with certificate
German
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Train several employees internally
Pricing upon request
  • Customized training courses according to your needs
  • Directly at your premises or online
  • Cost advantage from 5 participants
  • We contact you within 24 hours (Mon-Fri)
5 seminar days
2 compulsory seminars + e-exam
In-person or Online
with certificate

Arrival via Deutsche Bahn

Train tickets to this event starting at € 51,90.

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