Introduction:

This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

The Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM) program provides a structured framework in procurement and supply chain management. It is designed exclusively to prepare participants for the CPPM certification exam and align their knowledge with exam requirements. The program emphasizes supplier management, procurement strategy, operations, ethics, and regulatory compliance. It equips participants with analytical tools, structured models, and exam-focused insights to strengthen professional competence and certification readiness.

Program Objectives:

At the end of this program, participants will be able to:

Apply fundamental principles of procurement and supply chain management to organizational functions.
Utilize effective supplier management and negotiation strategies to enhance procurement processes.
Develop strategic procurement plans aligned with organizational objectives.
Optimize procurement operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
Demonstrate ethical conduct, compliance, and exam readiness through practice questions.

Targeted Audience:

Procurement Managers and Officers.
Supply Chain Managers and Analysts.
Purchasing Professionals.
Sourcing Specialists.
Inventory and Logistics Managers.

Program Outlines:

Unit 1:

Fundamentals of Procurement and Supply Chain Management

Strategic importance of procurement in modern organizations.
Core principles and models of supply chain management.
Procurement cycle from sourcing to payment.
Overview of CPPM certification and exam structure.
Contribution of procurement and supply chain to organizational success.

Unit 2:

Supplier Management and Negotiation Strategies:

Supplier evaluation methods and selection frameworks.
Building and sustaining supplier relationships.
Negotiation strategies and structured bargaining models.
Contract management and supplier performance measurement.
Conflict resolution and collaboration approaches with suppliers.

Unit 3:

Strategic Procurement Planning:

Linking procurement to overall organizational strategy.
Category management and strategic sourcing models.
Identifying and mitigating risks in procurement planning.
Incorporating sustainability and responsible sourcing.
Designing structured procurement plans aligned with objectives.

Unit 4:

Procurement Operations and Process Optimization:

Workflow from requisition to purchase order.
Inventory management models and demand forecasting.
Digitalization: e-procurement and procurement software tools.
Lean procurement practices for operational efficiency.
Continuous improvement and process optimization in procurement.

Unit 5:

Ethics, Compliance, and Exam Preparation:

Ethical principles and professional standards in procurement.
Regulatory and legal frameworks impacting procurement.
Exam-focused practice questions and model answers.
Test-taking strategies and exam readiness tips.
Program summary and consolidation of exam-oriented knowledge.

Note: This program is designed exclusively for the CPPM certification exam preparation.

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