Why Should You Attend?
The ISO 20400 Lead Manager training course helps participants develop the necessary abilities to support an organization in integrating the sustainable procurement guidelines of ISO 20400. It provides comprehensive information regarding the prioritization of sustainability issues and the planning and integration of sustainability within procurement processes, practices, and throughout the supply chain by applying widely recognized sustainable procurement principles, procedures, and techniques.

After mastering the essential concepts of sustainable procurement, participants may sit for the examination and apply for the “PECB Certified Lead Sustainable Procurement Manager” credential. Holding this certification demonstrates practical knowledge and professional capabilities to support and lead sustainable procurement projects based on established best practices.

Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for:

• Procurement directors, managers, and officers

• Procurement strategy consultants

• Top management members seeking guidance on how sustainable considerations should be integrated at a strategic level

• Individuals responsible for the procurement of goods and services

• Professionals interested in sustainable development

Learning Objectives
Upon completing this training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the guidelines of sustainable procurement based on ISO 20400

• Recognize the correlation between ISO 20400 and other sustainability-related standards, such as ISO 26000 and ISO 14001

• Interpret ISO 20400 guidelines within the specific context of an organization

• Support an organization in effectively planning, integrating, managing, monitoring, and reviewing sustainable procurement practices

• Acquire the competencies necessary to advise organizations on sustainable procurement based on best practices

Educational Approach

• This training course is grounded in theory and incorporates best practices applied in sustainable procurement

• Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical examples

• Participants are encouraged to communicate and engage in discussions, quizzes, and exercises

• The structure of exercise questions closely reflects the format of the certification examination

Prerequisites
Participants should possess a fundamental understanding of the procurement process and sustainability principles.