Sustainable Procurement Skills Training
Unlock the Future of Procurement with Sustainability
Organisations play a critical role in creating a sustainable future, and to achieve this, they need procurement and supply teams equipped with the right knowledge and expertise. The Sustainable Procurement Skills course is designed to embed sustainability into your procurement planning and strategies, ensuring long-term sustainable value. Don't wait—take the first step toward a greener future today!
Why Choose This Course?
Our Sustainable Procurement Skills course offers a comprehensive journey into integrating sustainability into every aspect of your procurement process. Here’s what you will gain:
- Holistic Sustainability: Learn how to apply sustainable objectives at each stage of the procurement cycle.
- Strategic Alignment: Align your strategic vision, objectives and timelines with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Leadership for Change: Embed and encourage a culture of sustainability through effective leadership.
- Innovative Models: Utilise sustainability models such as life cycle costing and circular economy principles.
- Supplier Incentives: Manage and incentivise suppliers to operate within a circular economy.
- Risk Management: Identify and avoid unintended consequences of sustainability efforts.
- Inclusive Practices: Promote accessibility, inclusivity, and supplier diversity to enable a sustainable supply chain.
- Contract Management: Handle the practicalities of sustainability in live contracts.
- Future Planning: Develop strategic plans for a more sustainable future.
Suitable for the following roles
- Operational Buyer
- Procurement Analyst
- Buyer
- Senior Buyer
- Contract Manager
- Category Manager
- Procurement Manager
- Support Manager
- Quality Assurance Manager
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Course Structure
The course begins with online pre-work, preparing you for a deep dive into the world of sustainable procurement. Here's what you can expect:
Why Choose This Course?
- Introduction and Aspirations: Start with a discussion on your goals and the pre-work activities.
- Session 1: The Bigger Picture: Understand the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) and apply them to your organisation through practical exercises.
- Session 2: Circular Thinking: Explore whole-life cycle costing and its implications for sustainability, the circular economy, and resilience.
- Session 3: Incentivising Suppliers: Categorise market offerings based on their maturity and appetite for sustainability.
- Session 4: Unintended Consequences: Evaluate the benefits and risks of sustainability and how they apply to your organisation.
- Session 5: Routes, Ratios, and Scoring: Identify the best approaches to market for achieving sustainability outcomes.
- Session 6: Rules and Regulations: Navigate the regulatory requirements for your organization and procurement activities.
- Review of the Day: Reflect on what you've learned and plan your next steps.
Ready to Lead the Change?
Join us in the Sustainable Procurement Skills course and lead the way in driving sustainable practices within your organisation. Gain expert-led training and actionable strategies to make a significant impact on your environmental, social, and economic goals.