Introduction to Sustainability for Procurement and Supply

Sustainability plays a crucial role in modern procurement and supply chain management, impacting environmental, social, and economic outcomes. Integrating sustainable practices into procurement decisions not only helps organisations minimise their ecological footprint but also enhances social equity and drives economic efficiency.

Delegates Will Learn:

The Role of Sustainability in Procurement and Supply Chains: Introduction to the environmental, social, and economic impacts of procurement decisions, and how sustainability can be integrated into procurement practices.
Key Concepts of Sustainable Procurement Practices: Understanding principles such as the triple bottom line (people, planet, profit), circular economy, and sustainable sourcing.
How to Assess the Environmental and Social Impacts of Procurement Decisions: Techniques for evaluating suppliers and products based on sustainability criteria, including lifecycle analysis and social impact assessments.
Techniques for Incorporating Sustainability into Procurement Processes: Practical steps for embedding sustainability into the procurement cycle, from supplier selection to contract management.
Understanding Legal and Ethical Considerations Related to Sustainable Procurement: Overview of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards that guide sustainable procurement practices.
Introduction to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Criteria: Understanding how ESG factors can be integrated into procurement decisions to enhance long-term value and mitigate risks.

Who will benefit from attending this course?

Procurement professionals with a focus on sustainability
New sustainability officers
Professionals involved in ethical sourcing and supply chain management

Does the location/date/time of this course not work for your organisation? We’re flexible, contact us about bringing the training to your facility through in-house or bespoke courses at a date and time that is most convenient to you!