Certified Professional in Strategic Sourcing-CPSS™

* An understanding of how to delineate between what is considered “and what is genuinely “when sourcing.

* The tools with which to develop a sourcing process that factors in complexity around supply market and the relevant category.

* Confidence to develop the strategy that will inform the approach to the supply market, factoring in the external environment and internal issues.

* Techniques to analyze external and internal environments and then develop and develop informed interpretations and recommendations based on said analysis.

* Evaluate how the strategies in place are delivering quantifiable value to the organization.

* Make the best strategic sourcing choices to ensure better bottom-line results

* Evaluate commodities to determine your sourcing strategy and type of supplier relationship desired

* Make better sourcing decisions through improved financial techniques and negotiate better deals with suppliers

* Improve the efficiency of your purchasing function and find further cost savings in your business

* Ensure that your sourcing decisions support your overall business strategy