Procurement Supply Management

Learning Outcomes: 

• Understand the differences in procurement processes for different types of goods and services
• Discuss the importance of internal and external relationships in managing suppliers
• Formulate a supplier relationship management process
• Articulate ways to enhance communication across the supply chain
• Manage and continuously improve supplier performance
• Develop a sourcing strategy that meets the needs of your company
• Determine the effects of e-commerce on supply management
• Utilize historically underutilized business (HUB) supplier diversity programs
• Understand the concept of sustainable sourcing
• Understand the need for leadership in the supply chain management process
• Identify organizational barriers to supply chain excellence
• Measure and manage supply chain performance
• Identify and manage supply chain risk

This course includes an “Ask the Expert” feature. You can use this feature to submit questions about course content. A subject matter expert will provide guidance or point you to additional resources for the topics you’re studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive CEUs.