Procurement and Supply Management
Understand the shift from transactional purchasing to strategic supply management, while also addressing industry trends influenced by the Internet and emerging technologies.
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Course Overview
This course covers the transition from transactional purchasing to strategic supply management, focusing on sourcing, supplier management, and supply chain challenges. It includes modules on supply management fundamentals, strategic and sustainable sourcing, and supply chain leadership. Participants will learn to align sourcing strategies with management practices, integrate ethical and sustainable principles into the supply chain, and adapt to industry trends influenced by the Internet and emerging technologies.
Course Format
This self-paced course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience, combining interactive elements such as games, flashcards, video content, real-world case studies, and curated readings. Participants have the flexibility to progress at their own pace, while interactive games and quizzes reinforce key concepts and track progress. Flashcards, expert-led videos, real-world case studies, and carefully curated readings deepen knowledge.
Price
$600Course Details
Units 0.8 CEUs / 8 PDUs
Location Online Courses
Course Type Self-Paced
Next Available Course
Classes Start Available Anytime
What You’ll Learn
After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
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Explore the significance of both internal and external relationships in supplier management and the development of sourcing strategies.
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Develop strategies to improve communication throughout the supply chain.
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Effectively manage and enhance supplier performance over time.
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Assess the impact of e-procurement on supply management practices.
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Identify and mitigate supply risks, measure performance, and address organizational obstacles in the supply chain.
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Recognize the importance of leadership and diversity in fostering a resilient supply chain.
Your Instructor
Management Consultant
<p>Henry "Hank" Rogers, is a certified Black Belt instructor and experienced management, consulting, and training professional. His experience spans years of supervision, management, quality improvement, consulting, training, and engineering. He has developed and delivered major training programs in diverse industries such as high-tech engineering and manufacturing environments, financial services, health care, utilities, and governmental organizations. His specializations are in Project Management, Lean Operations, Six Sigma, Finance, and Quality Systems. </p>
<p>Hank holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame, an M.S. in Industrial Technology from Illinois State University, and an M.B.A. from California Polytechnic University, Pomona with an emphasis in Finance.</p>