Certification Programs
American Purchasing Society (APS)
CPPM Certified Professional Purchasing Manager
Course Details
CPPM
Certified Professional Purchasing Manager
Course Methodology
The Certified Professional Purchasing Manager course takes you through a combinational training method that consists of both theoretical and practical sessions. On enrolling in the course, you get to experience different modes of learning that include case studies, presentations, videos, and group exercises with the intention of making you capable of implying advanced purchasing techniques in your professional life.
Course Objectives
Upon completing this supply chain certification, participants will be able to:
- Get acknowledged with an acceptance of expert status for professionals associated with purchasing
- Attain advanced knowledge and skills in the field of purchasing and supply chain management
- Validate your skills and dedication in the purchasing sector
- Lead a team the right way by providing the required guidance and support to the team members.
- Learn in detail about the dynamics and challenges involved in purchasing and negotiation.
- Acquire the skills required to encounter and resolve complex purchasing and supply chain challenges in the real world
Target Audience
The course is recommended to every professional in the purchase, warehousing, supply chain or logistics sector who intend career advancement by enhancing operational standards and performance efficiency.
Target Competencies
Advanced purchase planning
Purchasing complexity knowledge
International Purchasing
Purchasing management functional skills
Lease purchase analysis
Advanced purchasing consulting skills
Blanket purchase agreements
CPPM
Certified Professional Purchasing Manager
Introduction
CPPM – Certified Professional Purchasing Manager Module Detail
Module 1
SUPPLIER RATINGS
- Categorical method
- Cost point method
- Vendor profile analysis
Module 2
INTERNATIONAL SOURCING
- Overview of world wide sourcing
- Offshore and domestic purchasing
- Trade barriers
- Currency risk management
- Currency adjustment factors
- Currency hedging
- Global sourcing strategies
Module 3
SUPPLY CHAIN MANGEMENT
- Supply chain management and business linkage
- Procurement and supply chain
Module 4
STRATEGIC SOURCING
- Strategic Role of Procurement
- Principles of strategic sourcing
- Benefits if strategic sourcing
Module 5
VENDOR LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT
- Strategic considerations for vendor development
- Supply base optimization
- Early supplier involvement
- Vendor development
- Partnerships
Module 6
PROCUREMENT STRATEGICS
- Buying consortium
- Outsourcing
- Purchasing portfolio â the Kraljic matrix
- Procurement pitfalls
Module 7
COSTING AND PRICING
- Price analysis
- Cost analysis
Module 8
ASSESSING FINANCIAL HEALTH OF SUPPLIERS
- Financial statements and trend analysis
- Ratio analysis
Module 9
LIFE CYCLE COSTING
- Elements of total cost of ownerships
- Discounted cash flow
- Net present value
Module 10
INTERNATIONAL TRADE
- INCOTERMS
- International trade payments
- Letter of credit international trade documents
Module 11
RISKS IN PROCUREMENT
- Identifying risks in procurement
- Strategic, process level and operational risks
- Risk management
Association / Affiliation
American Purchasing Society (APS)
American Purchasing Society (APS)
The American Purchasing Society (APS) offers pioneering certification programs designed to enhance procurement skills and boost business purchasing efficiency. As the first organization to create certifications for buyers and purchasing managers, APS empowers professionals to excel in their careers and drive organizational success through expert training and education.
Empowering Careers, Validating Skills Your Success, Our Certification.
Life-changing certifications! Comprehensive courses, exceptional support. A must for career growth!
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