The New Tools and Rules of Negotiation
Global supply chain challenges continue to emphasize relationships in deal-making, one of many insights to be gleaned at the ISM World 2024 Annual Conference.
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Being certified by ISM, whether it's a CPSM or CPSD, is one of the most important decisions you will make.
See If Your Credentials Are Still ActiveUpcoming Education
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Mar-Apr
18-19
2024
GUIDED LEARNINGSupply Management Integration
Get prepared for the Supply Management Integration exam with ISM’s Guided Learning course. Designed with today’s busy professional in mind, this comprehensive, self-paced course will provide a deep understanding of core supply management competencies and set you up for success on the exam.
OnlineKelly M Green, CPSM, CPSD -
March
21
2024
For the Women’s Supply Management Community, this meeting will be an opportunity for our four Committees to report out and discuss progress based on the community’s goals. If you’re affiliated with the women’s community, interested in getting involved or want to learn more, please join us for this interactive session.
ISM membership is not required to attend – all are welcome.
The following Committees will come together for this update.
- Recruitment and Rebranding Supply Management
- Mentorship Program
- Community Structure and Growth Strategy
- Addressing Women’s Challenges (Including Unconscious Bias)
Online -
March
26-27
2024
Category managers assess demand for a product or service across the organization. The goal of category management is to find innovative ways to reduce cost and increase the competitiveness of the enterprise – not always an easy task. This supply management course will put you on the fast-track to using spend analysis and proven category management techniques to their full advantage. Leave equipped with new skills to excel in your role. During the two days, there will be ample time to participate in practical exercises utilizing new tools and methods to put to immediate use in your job.
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Apr-May
04-06
2024
GUIDED LEARNINGNegotiating for Excellence
The process of successful negotiation is both an art and a science. Enhance your negotiation skills with this ISM course and influence the outcome of individual transactions, relationships with suppliers and your organization’s overall success. When planned appropriately, your organization can gain a significant advantage in position power in both the short and long term. Led by an ISM subject matter expert, this course covers negotiating with excellence through weekly webinars and daily online training modules that consist of multimedia, knowledge checks and practical application activities.
OnlineRalph L Carlton, II, CPSM -
April
09
2024
We are excited to unveil the future of procurement with an exclusive event tailored for Procurement and Supply Chain Leaders, with the pioneering Generative AI technology.
The event is designed to introduce procurement professionals to the revolutionizing capabilities of Generative AI within the Source-to-Pay (S2P) process. This webinar features insights from industry experts, detailing the ROI of implementing innovative S2P solutions. Dive deep into the potential of Generative AI to address current procurement challenges, enhance intake management, and shape the future of procurement operations.
Sponsored by Zycus - ISM membership is not required to attend – all are welcome.Online
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