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Total Credit Value: 30
Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
1.0: Different Sectors of Procurement and Supply
1.1 Different Types and Functions of the Private Sector
1.2 Role and Scope of Procurement and Supply in the Private Sector
1.3 Role and Scope of Procurement and Supply in the Public Sector
1.4 Role and Scope of Procurement and Supply in the Not-for-Profit and Third Sector
2.0: Understand Types of Pricing Arrangements in Commercial Agreements
2.1 Pricing Arrangements Used in Commercial Agreements
3.0 External Environment and its Impact on Procurement and Supply
3.1 Impact of the External Environment on Procurement and Supply
3.2 Implications of Economic Criteria Impact on Procurement and Supply
3.3 Implications of Political and Legislative Criteria
3.4 Implications of Environmental and Ethical Criteria
3.5 Implications of Social Criteria Impact on Procurement and Supply
4.0 Procedures That Regulate Procurement and Supply
4.1 Types of Documentation Used in Procurement and Supply
4.2 Documented Policies and Procedures
1.0 Techniques That Can Achieve Added Value and Its Contribution
1.1 Use Techniques to Obtain Supplies to the Purchaser’s Requirements
1.2 Identify the Contribution That Value for Money
1.3 Use Techniques That Are Available to Achieve Quality Supplies
1.4 Identify Techniques to Secure Required Quantities within Required Timescales
1.5 Identify Value for Money Criteria
2.0 Tasks Associated with Each Stage of the Sourcing Process
2.1 Procurement Needs Are Established
2.2 Identify Criteria That Should Be Applied in Creating Specifications
2.3 Approaches to the Sourcing of Supplies
2.4 Approaches to the Formation of Agreements with External Organisations
3.0 Significance of Ethics for Procurement and Supply
3.1 Importance of the CIPS Code of Conduct in Procurement and Supply
3.2 Use of Codes of Ethics in Procurement and Supply
3.3 Conflicts of Interest That Can Exist in the Work of Procurement and Supply
4.0 Operational Performance of the Procurement and Supply Function
4.1 Importance of Delivering Customer Service and How to Improve
4.2 Ways to Measure Cycle Times for the Sourcing Process
4.3 Methods to Assess the Performance of and Control Budgets
1.0 Administrative Content and Key Tasks Associated
1.1 Identify Types of Contracts and Agreements
1.2 Purpose of the Documents That Compose a Contract
1.3 Stages Involved in Forming Contracts for the Purchasing or Supply
1.4 Develop and Present Business Cases to Justify Expenditure
2.0 Achieve Competitive Pricing and the Role of Negotiation
2.1 Use and Comparison of Competition to Obtain Quotations on Price
2.2 Role of Commercial Negotiations in the Work of Procurement and Supply
2.3 Approaches to Negotiate Competitive Prices
3.0 Effective Tendering is Achieved
3.1 Identify the Initial Actions Processes Associated with the Tendering Process
3.2 Initial Tender Process Documentation and Associated Content
3.3 Identify the Tender Evaluation and Acceptance Process
3.4 Regulations That Can Impact on the Tendering Process
4.0 Measure Contract Performance
4.1 Use of Data as a Contract Performance Measure
4.2 Use of Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
4.3 Types of Contractual Risk and How to Manage Them
1.0 Individual Can Support Overall Organisational Success in Procurement and Supply
1.1 Identify the Personal Attributes Required to Support
1.2 Roles of Staff with Devolved Responsibilities for Procurement and Supply
1.3 Importance of Liaising with Internal Customers and Other Stakeholders
2.0 Team Dynamics and Their Influence on Procurement and Supply
2.1 Purpose and Challenges of Cross-Functional Teams in Procurement and Supply
2.3 Contribution and Challenges of Team Working
3.0 Challenges Associated with, and Methods to Achieve Organisational Change
3.1 Types of Organisational Change
3.2 Triggers for Change
3.3 Organisational Responses to Change
3.4 Identify and Explain Methods to Achieve Change
1.0 Concepts of Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
1.1 Concept of Sustainability and the Practical Implications
1.2 Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
2.0 Environmental Impact of Procurement and Supply
2.1 Impact of Environmental Sustainability
2.2 Environmental Impact of Transportation and Storage
2.3 Role of Government in Promoting Environmental Sustainability
3.0 Implications of CSR for the Procurement and Supply Function
3.1 Identify Procurement and Supply Processes and Practices
3.2 Triple Bottom Line Concept and How It Should Apply to Procurement and Supply
3.3 Key Metrics That Can Be Used to Measure and Report on Sustainability
4.0 Methods to Monitor Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Procurement and Supply
4.1 Key Methods That Can Be Used to Monitor CSR Compliance
1.0 Understand the concepts of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
1.1 Explain the concept of sustainability and the practical implications for procurement and supply
1.2 Explain the importance of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
2.0 Understand the environmental impact of procurement and supply
2.1 Describe the impact of environmental sustainability
2.2 Explain the environmental impact of transportation and storage
2.3 Explain the role of government in promoting environmental sustainability
3.0 Understand methods for the storage and movement of inventory
3.1 Recognise the principles of store and warehouse design
3.2 Explain the different types and uses of warehousing equipment
4.0 Understand the environmental impact of warehousing and distribution
4.1 Explain the impact of environmental sustainability
4.2 Explain the environmental impact of warehousing and distribution
4.3 Explain the environmental cost of warehousing and logistics
4.4 Describe the role of government in promoting environmental sustainability
This CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations Course is designed for anyone who wants to advance their skills and understanding of procurement strategies. However, this training will be beneficial for:
To pursue this qualification, it is recommended that you have completed the Level 2 Certificate or have some prior experience in procurement and supply. However, there are no strict formal prerequisites for registration.
CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations is a comprehensive entry-level qualification designed to equip individuals with a solid foundation in procurement and supply chain management. This certification is vital for enhancing organisational procurement processes and strategies, ensuring compliance with international standards and ethical practices. For organisations, it offers the advantage of streamlined operations, reduced costs, and improved supplier relationships, leading to more efficient supply chains. Individuals benefit by gaining specialised knowledge and skills that increase their effectiveness and productivity in various procurement roles. Additionally, achieving this certification can significantly boost career prospects, opening doors to advanced opportunities in procurement, supply chain management, and strategic sourcing roles.
In the CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations course, delegates will gain a thorough understanding of the essential facets of procurement and supply environments. They will learn diverse procurement sectors, including the private, public, and non-profit realms, and delves into the intricacies of pricing arrangements, contractual regulations, and the impact of external environmental factors. Delegates will learn about ethical procurement practices, the importance of CSR, and methods to ensure sustainability in supply chains. This training will be conducted by our highly professional and skilled trainer, who has years of experience in teaching.
After attending the CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations training, delegates will be equipped to effectively manage and optimise procurement and supply chain operations within their organisations. They will be able to apply learned concepts to enhance pricing strategies, negotiate contracts, and ensure ethical compliance across all procurement activities.
The CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations is designed for those who have some prior business experience or have completed the Level 2 Certificate. Here are some key details about the exams:
You’ll undertake five exams, consisting of 4 core and 1 elective module:
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