Sustainable Supply Chain Management & Oversight Training Course: Ensuring Ethical And Sustainable Supply Chains

Introduction

Sustainable Supply Chain Management & Oversight training empowers leaders to develop and implement ethical and sustainable supply chain strategies, minimizing environmental and social risks while maximizing long-term value. This course focuses on analyzing supply chain vulnerabilities, implementing responsible sourcing practices, and understanding the impact of sustainability on operational efficiency and brand reputation. Participants will learn to develop sustainable procurement policies, utilize supply chain traceability tools, and understand the intricacies of using certifications and audits to ensure ethical and sustainable practices. By mastering sustainable supply chain management, professionals can enhance their ability to build resilient and transparent supply chains, mitigate potential disruptions, and contribute to a more responsible and equitable global economy.

The increasing scrutiny of supply chain practices necessitates a comprehensive understanding of sustainable supply chain management and oversight best practices. This course delves into the nuances of human rights due diligence, circular economy principles, and stakeholder engagement, empowering participants to develop and implement tailored sustainability strategies. By integrating environmental and social expertise with supply chain acumen, this program enables individuals to lead initiatives that maximize supply chain sustainability and drive positive impact.

Target Audience:

• Supply chain managers
• Procurement managers
• Sustainability managers
• Operations managers
• Logistics managers
• Compliance officers
• Auditors
• Business consultants
• Individuals interested in sustainable supply chains
• Corporate social responsibility (CSR) managers

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles and importance of sustainable supply chain management and oversight.
• Implement techniques for conducting supply chain risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Understand the role of ethical sourcing and responsible procurement in sustainable supply chains.
• Implement techniques for developing and implementing sustainable supply chain policies and procedures.
• Understand the principles of supply chain traceability and transparency.
• Implement techniques for utilizing certifications and audits to ensure ethical and sustainable practices.
• Understand the role of human rights due diligence and labor standards in supply chains.
• Implement techniques for engaging suppliers and stakeholders in sustainability initiatives.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations related to sustainable supply chain management.
• Develop strategies for measuring and analyzing the impact of sustainable supply chain initiatives.

DURATION

5 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of Sustainable Supply Chain Management

• Principles and importance of sustainable supply chain management and oversight.
• Understanding the sustainability challenges in global supply chains.
• Benefits of ensuring ethical and sustainable supply chains.
• Historical context and evolution of sustainable supply chain practices.

Module 2: Supply Chain Risk Assessments

• Techniques for conducting supply chain risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Implementing risk mapping and scenario planning.
• Utilizing risk assessment tools and methodologies.
• Managing risk assessments.

Module 3: Ethical Sourcing and Responsible Procurement

• Role of ethical sourcing and responsible procurement in sustainable supply chains.
• Understanding ethical sourcing principles and guidelines.
• Implementing sustainable procurement policies and practices.
• Managing ethical sourcing.

Module 4: Sustainable Supply Chain Policies and Procedures

• Techniques for developing and implementing sustainable supply chain policies and procedures.
• Implementing policy development and documentation.
• Utilizing sustainability frameworks and standards.
• Managing supply chain policies.

Module 5: Supply Chain Traceability and Transparency

• Principles of supply chain traceability and transparency.
• Understanding traceability technologies and systems.
• Implementing supply chain mapping and data collection.
• Managing traceability.

Module 6: Certifications and Audits

• Techniques for utilizing certifications and audits to ensure ethical and sustainable practices.
• Implementing certification programs and standards.
• Utilizing audit methodologies and reporting.
• Managing certifications.

Module 7: Human Rights and Labor Standards

• Role of human rights due diligence and labor standards in supply chains.
• Understanding labor rights and working conditions.
• Implementing human rights risk assessments and mitigation.
• Managing human rights.

Module 8: Stakeholder Engagement, Ethics, and Measurement

• Techniques for engaging suppliers and stakeholders in sustainability initiatives.
• Implementing stakeholder communication and collaboration.
• Utilizing ethical considerations in supply chain management.
• Managing sustainability measurement.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.