Sustainability plays a crucial role in modern procurement and supply chain management, impacting environmental, social, and economic outcomes. Integrating sustainable practices into procurement decisions not only helps organisations minimise their ecological footprint but also enhances social equity and drives economic efficiency.
Delegates Will Learn:
- The Role of Sustainability in Procurement and Supply Chains: Introduction to the environmental, social, and economic impacts of procurement decisions, and how sustainability can be integrated into procurement practices.
- Key Concepts of Sustainable Procurement Practices: Understanding principles such as the triple bottom line (people, planet, profit), circular economy, and sustainable sourcing.
- How to Assess the Environmental and Social Impacts of Procurement Decisions: Techniques for evaluating suppliers and products based on sustainability criteria, including lifecycle analysis and social impact assessments.
- Techniques for Incorporating Sustainability into Procurement Processes: Practical steps for embedding sustainability into the procurement cycle, from supplier selection to contract management.
- Understanding Legal and Ethical Considerations Related to Sustainable Procurement: Overview of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards that guide sustainable procurement practices.
- Introduction to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Criteria: Understanding how ESG factors can be integrated into procurement decisions to enhance long-term value and mitigate risks.
Who is this for?
- Procurement professionals with a focus on sustainability
- New sustainability officers
- Professionals involved in ethical sourcing and supply chain management
Cost and duration
Members have exclusive savings on bookings and are able to access other great services provided by us.
This course lasts for a full day and is delivered at the North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce Meeting Spaces by our approved expert trainers.
This session can also be arranged on a corporate basis, just for your team. We can host them at your premises, or here at the Chamber’s brand new ‘Chamber Meeting Spaces’ facility; just off the M6 in Preston.
LOCATION
North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Meeting Spaces
Unit 11 Eastway Business Village, Olivers Place, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 9WT
AVAILABILITY – Places available
Date doesn’t suit?
2027 dates TBC 10.00 – 16.00
This training course is open to members and non-members. Members receive exclusive discounts on training and many other services provided by us. For more information, please contact the training team on 01772 653000.
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Price :
Members: £250 (Saving £250); Affiliate: £375 (Saving £125); Non-Members: £500 (All prices exclude VAT) Time:
10:00 - 16:00
Venue:
Chamber Meeting Spaces
11 Eastway Business Village Olivers Place,
Fulwood, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 9WT
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