Supplier Relationship Management Certificate

Drive innovation, improve quality and increase efficiency with the Supplier Relationship Management Certificate program! This premier continuing education certificate will give you the knowledge and best practices to transform your supplier relationships into competitive advantages. 

The program provides you with comprehensive knowledge of the concepts, tools, and trends related to supplier relationship management. You’ll be better equipped to:

• Identify, evaluate and deepen supplier and vendor relationships

• Negotiate supplier contracts and agreements

• Evaluate and monitor the benefits and risks associated with suppliers

• Enhance organizational efficiency and drive value across your supply chain

What’s in the course

Introduction to Supplier Relationship Management
Discover the different types of supplier relationships, contracts and agreements, challenges associated with supplier relationship management.

Supplier Selection and Evaluation
Understand the importance behind strategic supplier selections and how to use criteria ranking methodology to identify supplier capabilities.

Supplier Development
Examine the various roles and responsibilities for supplier relationship management, types of financial assistance, and how supplier collaboration can lead to innovation for your organization.

Supplier Performance Management
Understand the industry standards and best practices for monitoring, evaluating, reporting, and communicating performance expectations and how to assess and evaluate supplier performance to ensure expectations are being met.

Supplier Risk Management
Learn how to identify and assess the risks associated with different suppliers and the strategies and practices for monitoring, managing, and mitigating supplier risks.

Supplier Relationship Management Best Practices
Determine how to manage supplier relationships through clear communication, collaboration, and performance monitoring and discover how to leverage technology to streamline SRM processes.

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How it works

The self-paced program includes 20 hours of education and a comprehensive final exam within an interactive online platform. You will also have access to flashcards, video clips, practice questions, and more to help cultivate a stronger understanding of each topic.

After passing the exam, you will earn your certificate and a digital badge that you can display on your LinkedIn profile and within your email signature. Additionally, learners can earn 20 certification maintenance points upon completion of the program.