Sustainable Procurement – Strategies, Implementation & Impact provides professionals with the knowledge and tools to integrate sustainability into procurement and supply chain operations. The course covers key concepts, global standards such as ISO 20400 and the UN SDGs, and techniques for assessing supplier practices and aligning sourcing strategies with organizational sustainability goals.
This two-day course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable procurement practices and their importance in today’s business environment. Participants will explore strategies to integrate sustainability into procurement processes, evaluate supplier sustainability, and drive environmental and social responsibility within the supply chain. The course combines theoretical insights with practical applications, enabling attendees to implement sustainable procurement initiatives in their organizations.
The primary objective of this course is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement sustainable procurement practices.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand the principles and importance of sustainable procurement.
Develop and implement sustainable procurement policies and strategies.
Integrate sustainability into procurement specifications and contracts.
Engage stakeholders and manage sustainability stages effectively.
Evaluate the impact of sustainable procurement on business performance and social responsibility.
Module 1: Introduction to Sustainable Procurement Module 2: Key Frameworks and Standards Module 3: Assessing Supplier Sustainability Module 4: Developing Sustainable Procurement Strategies Module 5: Engaging Stakeholders in Sustainable Procurement Module 6: Measuring Impact and Reporting Module 7: Overcoming Challenges in Sustainable Procurement Module 8: Future Trends in Sustainable Procurement
This course is designed for:
Procurement and supply chain professionals
Sustainability managers
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) officers
Environmental and social compliance officers
Anyone involved in procurement activities and looking to enhance their sustainability practices
This is a 2-days programme. This course runs from 9:00am – 5:00pm with an hour for lunch and periodic short breaks.
This is an intensive session designed to include as much discussion as possible. Lunch and breaks provide an opportunity for further questioning and discussion with the instructors.
We are HRD Corp (Human Resource Development Corporation) Registered Training Provider. All of our training modules are claimable under HRD Corp.