Sustainable Procurement - Level 3 of the Flexible Framework

13th Apr 2010 10:00 – 16:00

Following on from the Levels 1 & 2 course, the aim of this one day event is to help institutions go beyond the first steps in sustainable procurement and become good practice examples within the sector. The Flexible Framework will be used as a guide and monitoring tool. The day will be made up on interactive sessions and will focus on an action plan to implement Level 3 of the Flexible Framework. It will discuss tools, practical examples and tips to help turn this action plan into reality.

Audience:

Sustainability and Procurement/Purchasing Professionals

Course Content:

• Review of the Flexible Framework and related guidance;
• Procurement staff job descriptions and performance;
• Developing a sustainable procurement strategy;
• Managing sustainability throughout the procurement process;
• Setting objectives and targets for suppliers;
• Developing and targeting supplier engagement programmes;
• Supply chain management; and
• Measuring and monitoring devolved purchasing activity.