Sustainable and Ethical Procurement
Course overview
Buyers are increasingly expected to consider environmental and social impact alongside cost and quality. This course shows how to embed sustainability and ethics into sourcing and supplier management. Participants study responsible sourcing, supplier codes, and impact measurement.
What you will gain
- Explain the case for sustainable procurement
- Set responsible sourcing requirements
- Assess suppliers on environmental and social criteria
- Address modern slavery and labour risks
- Embed sustainability in contracts
- Measure and report procurement impact
Who should attend
- Procurement and category managers
- Sustainability and ESG staff
- Supplier relationship managers
- Compliance professionals
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 to 14 Oct 2026 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 8 to 10 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 14 to 16 Jun 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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