Summary
Unpredictable challenges continue to disrupt global supply chains. In response, companies are placing a higher priority on building strong relationships with key suppliers. Through the implementation of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) practices, companies will better understand supplier capabilities, reduce costs, limit risks, and gain end-to-end visibility across the supply chain.
Duration
20 hours self study
Description
What is the Supplier Relationship Management Certificate?
Drive innovation, improve quality and increase efficiency with our new Supplier Relationship Management Certificate program! This premier continuing education certificate will give you the knowledge and best practices to transform your supplier relationships into competitive advantages.
The program provides you with comprehensive knowledge of the concepts, tools, and trends related to supplier relationship management. You’ll be better equipped to:
- Identify, evaluate and deepen supplier and vendor relationships
- Negotiate supplier contracts and agreements
- Evaluate and monitor the benefits and risks associated with suppliers
- Enhance organizational efficiency and drive value across your supply chain
Who should attend?
ASCM’s Supplier Relationship Management Certificate provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to create long-term and low-risk relationships with valuable suppliers, enhancing the stability and reliability of your supply chain operations.
Course Outline
Supplier Selection and Evaluation
Understand the importance behind strategic supplier selections and how to use criteria ranking methodology to identify supplier capabilities.
Supplier Development
Examine the various roles and responsibilities for supplier relationship management, types of financial assistance, and how supplier collaboration can lead to innovation for your organization.
Supplier Performance Management
Understand the industry standards and best practices for monitoring, evaluating, reporting, and communicating performance expectations and how to assess and evaluate supplier performance to ensure expectations are being met.
Supplier Risk Management
Learn how to identify and assess the risks associated with different suppliers and the strategies and practices for monitoring, managing, and mitigating supplier risks.
Supplier Relationship Management Best Practices
Determine how to manage supplier relationships through clear communication, collaboration, and performance monitoring and discover how to leverage technology to streamline SRM processes.
Benefits and Learning Objectives
Optimize Supplier Relationships
Build stronger and more collaborative partnerships with suppliers to boost efficiency, quality, and innovation.
Enhanced Credibility
Stand out in a competitive job marketing with a globally recognized digital badge demonstrating your knowledge of supplier relationship management.
Leadership Empowerment
This program aims to enable leaders to transform their supplier relationships into competitive advantages, driving strategic value for their supply chain.
Certification
The self-paced program includes 20 hours of education and a comprehensive final exam within an interactive online platform. You will also have access to flashcards, video clips, practice questions, and more to help cultivate a stronger understanding of each topic.
After passing the exam, you will earn your certificate and a digital badge that you can display on your LinkedIn profile and within your email signature. Additionally, learners can earn 20 certification maintenance points upon completion of the program.
Pricing
To purchase the Supplier Relationship Management Certificate, please contact us at enquiries@industryforum.co.uk
ASCM non-Member Pricing GBP £555.00 (plus VAT where applicable).
ASCM Member Pricing GBP £395.00 (plus VAT where applicable).
Full payment is required prior to access being granted.
