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Supplier Auditor Course

★★★★★ 4.5/5

4.5/5 based on delegate reviews

A highly engaging and interactive course that teaches delegates how to conduct audits of suppliers, to evaluate a new supplier’s ability to meet contractual requirements, and to re-evaluate an existing supplier’s performance.

This course is designed using the 4 key phrases of auditing based on the ISO 19011:2018 guidelines standard for auditing management systems. ISO 19011:2018 is applicable to all organisations who need to conduct internal or external audits of management systems or manage an audit programme.

We offer Supplier Auditor training online in a live virtual classroom or at a UK training venue. Alternatively, we can teach your team at your workplace.

2 days – 08:45 – 17:30
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    Public Training

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    • For a team of 4-10 people
    • Dedicated training on a date, time and location to suit you
    • We can come to any workplace in the UK or overseas, or we can teach via a live virtual classroom
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    Batalas has been delivering ISO training since 1962
    We work with organisations from a range of industries across the globe
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    Who should attend the Supplier Auditor Course?
    • Auditors currently conducting internal and/or supplier auditing, who wish to improve their knowledge, skills and auditing approach.
    What will delegates learn on the Supplier Auditor Course?
    • The theory of auditing – audit scope, criteria, objectives
    • Management systems theory – PDCA, concepts of ISO 9001, Quality management principles
    • Preparing for an audit – audit programme, plan and checklists
    • Performing the audit – conducting a live simulated audit including gathering information, communication with the supplier, interviewing skills, holding an opening meeting, gathering evidence of capability and performance
    • Reporting the audit – audit report, non-conformities, closing meeting, providing audit feedback to the supplier of audit findings
    • Revisiting the audit – audit follow-up activities

    What you need to know

    • What is the format of the course?

      • A combination of tutor led sessions interspersed with individual and team-based exercises (approx 25% theory and 75% practical).
      • This highly interactive course includes extensive use of a case study to enable skills to be developed
    • What is the course assessment?

      • Delegates will be assessed on their participation and general performance during the course, including any interactive exercises, activities and case studies.
      • There will be a short test on the final day
      • 100% attendance is required
    • What type of certificate will I receive?

      • On successful completion of the course, a Batalas certificate will be provided.
    • What's included in the course fee?

      • Delegate training manual
      • Batalas certificate
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    Delivery Location Date Price (+ VAT)
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    via Zoom 07 Oct 2025 - 08 Oct 2025
    • £795.00 excl. VAT
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    Portsmouth 07 Oct 2025 - 08 Oct 2025
    • £795.00 excl. VAT
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    We can travel to any workplace worldwide and teach your team on a date to suit you. Alternatively, we also offer online team training which is ideal for larger organisations with employees at several locations. Simply send us your requirements to receive a quote.

    Learning styles for this course

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    Traditional, face-to-face training delivered by an expert tutor in a physical classroom setting. Learn at one of our 6 UK training venues, or we can teach your team at your workplace.

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    Access the course online via Zoom and interact with the tutor and other delegates in real time. Perfect for anyone who wants to learn from home or work without the need to travel.

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    Dedicated ISO training is available just for your team on a date and time to suit you. Suitable for a group of 4-12 auditors, we can travel to any workplace worldwide.

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    A very good but intense course. Very well presented.  The Trainer was brilliant and is a credit to your company.

    Nigel Cloke ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

    I have attended many courses and would say this is one of the best courses I have participated within over the last two years. In fact I was disappointed when the course ended !! This will lead me to undertake more courses with Batalas definitely, great job.

    Martyn Jones Best Price Scaffolding ISO 9001 Foundation

    An interesting course and very relevant to my role. Well-balanced sessions of 'theory vs practice'

    Sav Miliziano Supplier Auditor

    The trainer was excellent throughout.

    Will Richardson ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

    I learned more than i expected. Knowledgeable trainers – Great stories related to Auditing – the little things.

    Tobias Thorpe BAE Systems Maritime Limited ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

    It was a good informative course, understood it well.

    Tina Warnes Applied Satellite Technology Systems Limited ISO 14001 Foundation

    The course was packed with info and a great balance between learning and doing. The trainer really knows his subject well.

    Stephen Reeder SMi Drug Discovery ISO 13485 Internal Auditor

    The course was very detailed and covered in great depth by the tutor, he always had the time and knowledge to answer any questions put forward and he kept the whole group engaged throughout the day. Top marks!!

    Sam Limmack Orthoplastics ISO 13485 Foundation

    The trainer made the course for me, he was very knowledgeable and I learned a lot, he was very clear in his explanations and kept it light hearted and funny which helped with my nerves. Would definitely attend another one of his courses.

    Rebecca Strachan Aerotron AS9100 Internal Auditor

    The trainer was absolutely superb. His knowledge and experience is fantastic and he is a very personable and likeable trainer. 10/10.

    Rick Brodie DS Smith ISO 9001 Foundation

    A very good but intense course. Very well presented.  The Trainer was brilliant and is a credit to your company.

    Nigel Cloke ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

    I have attended many courses and would say this is one of the best courses I have participated within over the last two years. In fact I was disappointed when the course ended !! This will lead me to undertake more courses with Batalas definitely, great job.

    Martyn Jones Best Price Scaffolding ISO 9001 Foundation

    An interesting course and very relevant to my role. Well-balanced sessions of 'theory vs practice'

    Sav Miliziano Supplier Auditor

    The trainer was excellent throughout.

    Will Richardson ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

    I learned more than i expected. Knowledgeable trainers – Great stories related to Auditing – the little things.

    Tobias Thorpe BAE Systems Maritime Limited ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

    It was a good informative course, understood it well.

    Tina Warnes Applied Satellite Technology Systems Limited ISO 14001 Foundation

    The course was packed with info and a great balance between learning and doing. The trainer really knows his subject well.

    Stephen Reeder SMi Drug Discovery ISO 13485 Internal Auditor

    The course was very detailed and covered in great depth by the tutor, he always had the time and knowledge to answer any questions put forward and he kept the whole group engaged throughout the day. Top marks!!

    Sam Limmack Orthoplastics ISO 13485 Foundation

    The trainer made the course for me, he was very knowledgeable and I learned a lot, he was very clear in his explanations and kept it light hearted and funny which helped with my nerves. Would definitely attend another one of his courses.

    Rebecca Strachan Aerotron AS9100 Internal Auditor

    The trainer was absolutely superb. His knowledge and experience is fantastic and he is a very personable and likeable trainer. 10/10.

    Rick Brodie DS Smith ISO 9001 Foundation

    A very good but intense course. Very well presented.  The Trainer was brilliant and is a credit to your company.

    Nigel Cloke ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

    I have attended many courses and would say this is one of the best courses I have participated within over the last two years. In fact I was disappointed when the course ended !! This will lead me to undertake more courses with Batalas definitely, great job.

    Martyn Jones Best Price Scaffolding ISO 9001 Foundation

    An interesting course and very relevant to my role. Well-balanced sessions of 'theory vs practice'

    Sav Miliziano Supplier Auditor

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