Supply Chain Management Training
This innovative procurement management development programme has been specifically designed to maximise the potential and professionalise the role of supply chain managers.
The blended learning programme offers a methodical approach to supply chain management development by utilising an online portfolio support system allowing candidates to work at their own pace, at the most convenient time and location for themselves.
This system also encourages online communication between candidates encouraging the exchange of good practice between professionals. All online programmes are supported by tutorials and coaching.
Aims of our Supply Chain Management Training
The aims of the Supply Chain Management Programme are to
- Upgrade the skill levels of existing staff
- Develop procurement management skills, allowing personal development while delivering organisational development
- To professionalise the role of the supply chain manager
- Improve skills in activities, resources, people and information management
- Allow good practice to be cascaded throughout the organisation as work is based on standards devised by the Chartered Institute of Purchase and Supply (CIPS)
- Achieve a nationally recognised professional qualification – Vocational Qualification (VQ), which can lead to membership of professional body (CIPS)
Proven Benefits
The proven benefits of the programme have been
- Development of efficient and effective procurement practices
- Financial savings
- Increased awareness of latest management techniques
- Greater responsiveness to customer needs
- Improved quality of product and services purchased
- Better cohesion and commitment to organisational objectives
- Increased use of available technology to improve current working practices
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National Occupational Standards and NVQs
The Standards, Assessment Strategy and qualification structures for Supply Chain Management are owned by the Chartered Institute of Purchase and Supply (CIPS). The NVQs have been developed from the National Occupational Standards.
The Level 4 NVQ in Supply Chain Management gives recognition of candidates’ skills, knowledge and understanding. It allows candidates to gain a qualification in the workplace that relates to their job and promotes good working practice.
Achievement of this qualification entitles the holder to CIPS membership. Further details can be obtained from:
Email:
education@cips.org
Website:
www.cips.org
What is Supply Chain Management?
Within the Supply Chain Management (SCM) philosophy, businesses manage their source materials, information and finances throughout the entirety of the supply chain.
Once a particular supply chain is established, the various businesses involved in the chain share information with one another in order to synchronize their assets, coordinate their production techniques, and ensure the continued synchronization of supply and demand throughout the chain.
SCM traditionally dealt almost exclusively with the maintenance of the flow of actual products within the supply chain, but the emergence of the internet has placed continually increasing importance on the flow of information throughout the chain as well.
What levels of VQ is appropriate?
Supply Chain VQs are available at different levels, the types of candidates and their job roles for each level is indicated below:
- Level 2: operator, clerical/admin assistant
- Level 3: clerical/administrative officer, junior manager, officer, supervisor, technician
- Level 4: analyst, consultant, head of department, manager, planner, researcher, senior officer, specialist manager
- Level 5: chief executive, director, senior manager, strategic manager
What is the structure of the Level 4 NVQ in Supply Chain Management?
To achieve the whole qualification at Level 4, you must prove competence in five mandatory units and five option units.
Mandatory units for the Level 4 NVQ in Supply Chain Management
Candidates must achieve all of the mandatory units listed below.
Option units for the Edexcel Level 4 NVQ in Supply Chain Management
Candidates must achieve five option units listed below.
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