
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
The CPSM® is globally recognized as the gold standard of excellence for supply management professionals in both the manufacturing and services sectors. Built on an in depth analysis of supply management functions across industries, the program addresses the realities of supply management, as well as workplace complexities including globalisation, use of technology, and expanded competencies that procurement and supply chain professionals employ to drive value in their organisations.
By earning a CPSM, you attain a greater understanding of end to end supply management and are better positioned to positively impact your organisation.
Areas of Focus
The CPSM emphasises the major competencies of supply management including:
- Business Acumen & Leadership
- Category Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility & Ethics
- Cost & Price Management
- Financial Analysis
- Legal & Contractual
- Logistics & Materials Management
- Negotiation
- Project Management
- Quality Management
- Risk
- Sales & Operations Planning
- Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Supply Chain Strategy
- Systems Capabilities & Technology
Eligibility
Candidates must have a minimum of five years of professional supply management experience without a degree.
OR
Three years full time, professional supply management experience with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (or international equivalent).
Earning a CPSM Certification requires you to take and pass three exams which together cover the main segments of supply management. The exam content addresses today’s procurement and supply chain environment and workplace complexities such as risk, strategic sourcing, technology and increased skills needed for supply professionals to drive value in their organisations
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