Introduction

Green procurement and sustainable supply chain management are critical components of achieving environmental and economic goals. This course offers a comprehensive approach to integrating sustainability principles into procurement practices and supply chain operations. Participants will explore strategies, tools, and technologies to minimize environmental impact, optimize resource use, and enhance supply chain resilience.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the principles and benefits of green procurement and sustainable supply chains.
2. Learn how to integrate sustainability criteria into procurement processes.
3. Explore best practices for supplier engagement and collaboration.
4. Gain knowledge of tools and technologies for supply chain optimization.
5. Develop strategies to address risks and enhance supply chain resilience.
6. Stay updated on global trends, standards, and policies in green procurement.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Procurement and supply chain professionals
• Sustainability and CSR managers
• Policy-makers and regulatory officials
• Environmental consultants and auditors
• Operations and logistics managers
• Business leaders aiming to enhance sustainability in operations
• Academics and researchers in supply chain and procurement
• Anyone seeking to adopt green practices in procurement and supply chain management

Advanced 5-Day Course Outline

Day 1: Fundamentals of Green Procurement and Sustainable Supply Chains

• Session 1: The Need for Sustainable Procurement

  • Environmental and economic impacts of traditional procurement practices
  • Benefits of adopting green procurement

• Session 2: Key Principles of Sustainable Supply Chain Management

  • Understanding the triple bottom line: People, planet, profit
  • Case studies: Successful sustainable supply chain transformations

• Session 3: Global Standards and Frameworks

  • Overview of ISO 20400, UN Sustainable Procurement Guidelines, and other standards
  • Practical session: Aligning procurement practices with global frameworks

Day 2: Integrating Sustainability into Procurement Processes

• Session 1: Defining Sustainability Criteria

  • Identifying and prioritizing environmental, social, and economic factors
  • Practical session: Creating a sustainability checklist for procurement

• Session 2: Supplier Selection and Evaluation

  • Criteria for assessing supplier sustainability performance
  • Case studies: Collaborating with suppliers to achieve shared goals

• Session 3: Contracting and Green Certifications

  • Incorporating sustainability clauses in contracts
  • Overview of green product certifications and their role in procurement

Day 3: Supply Chain Optimization and Risk Management

• Session 1: Tools and Technologies for Sustainable Supply Chains

  • Role of AI, IoT, and blockchain in tracking and optimizing supply chains
  • Practical session: Evaluating technologies for supply chain transparency

• Session 2: Managing Risks in Sustainable Supply Chains

  • Identifying risks related to climate change, resource scarcity, and labor practices
  • Strategies for mitigating supply chain disruptions

• Session 3: Circular Economy in Supply Chains

  • Designing supply chains to support circularity and zero waste
  • Practical session: Developing a circular supply chain strategy

Day 4: Collaboration, Policies, and Metrics

• Session 1: Building Effective Supplier Partnerships

  • Techniques for engaging and collaborating with suppliers on sustainability initiatives
  • Case studies: Long-term partnerships that drive value and impact

• Session 2: Policies and Regulations Shaping Green Procurement

  • Local and international regulations affecting procurement and supply chains
  • Practical session: Conducting a compliance review for procurement policies

• Session 3: Measuring and Reporting Supply Chain Performance

  • Key performance indicators (KPIs) for sustainable supply chains
  • Practical session: Designing a performance monitoring framework

Day 5: Action Planning and Future Trends

• Session 1: Developing a Green Procurement Action Plan

  • Setting goals, strategies, and implementation timelines
  • Practical session: Drafting a green procurement roadmap

• Session 2: Future Trends in Green Procurement and Supply Chains

  • Innovations in sustainable materials, logistics, and technology
  • Preparing for challenges such as climate adaptation and resource scarcity

• Session 3: Embedding Sustainability in Organizational Culture

  • Promoting sustainable procurement practices across teams and departments
  • Practical session: Designing an internal sustainability engagement campaign

Conclusion and Next Steps

• Certification of completion
• Access to procurement and supply chain management tools and resources
• Networking opportunities with professionals in sustainability and procurement