Selecting your Suppliers

Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.

Choosing the right suppliers is crucial for the success of any business, impacting product quality, customer satisfaction and overall profitability. In this interactive Q&A session you will receive practical advice and expert insights on evaluating suppliers based on reliability, quality and cost effectiveness. 

Gather strategies for making informed supplier selections that align with your business goals and learn about the importance of supplier audits, effective negotiation tactics and risk mitigation strategies. Whether you're a new business owner or looking to optimise your current supplier relationships, you will discover how to enhance your supplier strategy, build stronger partnerships and gain tools and knowledge to choose suppliers that support your business's success. 

This topic covers:

• Criteria for evaluating and selecting suppliers
• Assessing supplier reliability and performance
• Negotiating better terms with suppliers
• Identifying potential risks and strategies for mitigation in supplier relationships
• Methods to build and maintain strong supplier partnerships

This session is for business owners who are seeking tops and strategies to select the best suppliers for their business. 

Presented by The MARQ Group, led by local entrepreneur Gudrun Gilles, this workshop is tailored to address the unique opportunities and challenges small business owners face. Gudrun has collaborated with fellow small business owners, consultants, and individuals with specialised knowledge to offer professional development opportunities that are practical and relevant. The MARQ Group provide hands-on information and resources specifically designed for small and medium businesses to help them succeed and grow.

Important booking information

If this is your first workshop with us or you have any queries, check out our Online Workshops Guide & FAQs or get in touch with us at workshops@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au.

Bookings are limited to two tickets each, however you can make more than one booking. If you are booking for more than one person, please provide each person's email address so they receive our emails with important links and downloads.

To book for larger groups, please contact us on 133 140 or email workshops@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au

If you cannot attend, please cancel so your place can be made available to another business owner. You can cancel your booking from the update order button on your order confirmation email. Cancellations and refunds for paid workshops can be made up to 24 hours before the workshop starts.

Additional information for workshops

We are committed to supporting all WA small business owners, including those with diverse needs. Our workshops are delivered in a variety of buildings, locations and formats. If you would like further information about accessing a particular workshop, please email workshops@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au or call 133 140.