Supply Chain Procurement Certificate

What is the Supply Chain Procurement Certificate?

The Supply Chain Procurement Certificate program is a foundational education program designed to help both entry-level and experienced supply chain professionals expand their procurement knowledge and skills. The program provides an overview of procurement fundamentals, sourcing strategies, supplier relationship management, negotiations, evaluation metrics, and more. You’ll be better equipped to:

Develop a strategic sourcing strategy
Establish effective procurement policies
Effectively score supplier capabilities and select optimal suppliers
Engage in more effective contract management negotiations
Trace the purchase order flow from requirements identification to purchase order close-out
Review supplier and internal procurement organization performance using data and metrics
Engage in sustainable and ethical sourcing

What’s in the course

Foundations of Supply Chain Resilience
Learn how to identify critical resources needed to create a resilient supply chain and the benefits of achieving end-to-end visibility.

Risk Management in Supply Chains
Learn how to identify risks and analyze their impact, steps for developing a risk management plan, and the role of risk management training in a supply chain organization.

Strategic Planning, Data-Driven Decision-Making and Collaboration
Discover strategic sourcing in supply chain resilience, define data analytics and key performance indicators, and explain the importance of information flows.

Secure and Flexible Systems
Understand the key elements of a secure supply chain and how different distribution and order management components can build resilience.

Leadership and Resilient Organizational Culture
Learn how supply chain leaders must balance resilience and efficiency to secure your network during a disruption and how your leadership style can affect your supply chain.

Sustainability, Innovation and Technology in Supply Chain Resilience
Discover how implementing sustainable practices and utilizing technology can improve the resilience of your supply chain.