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Purchasing has changed...
Once upon a time, procurement managers could rely on their local Yellow Pages, long-time black book of vendors, or company vendor database to get supplies and resources at a reasonable cost. And if the vendors delivered a quality produce or service, and were treated your fairly, you could remain profitable for a very long time.
Those days are long gone.
Today, purchasing agents are forced to navigate hundreds of websites, weed through 1000's of vendors, and provide high quality products with new vendors and existing suppliers, and needless to say...
...They can't do it alone.
That's where YOU come in...
Today, companies need skilled supply chain professional who are able to:
- Leverage technology, such as ERP, MRP, and Cloud-based systems to locate, select, and manage the best vendors
- Architect "Sourcing Funnels" that seamlessly and subtly internal requirements into value-based acquisitions from strategic partners
- Establish a "value first" purchasing strategy that enhances brand authority and generates long-term clients
- Build and monetize every link in the supply chain to consistently generate profits for the company while always meeting customer needs.
- Engage with customers with trust and credibility to be seen as a strategic sourcing adviser building long-term solution to support corporate strategy
- Optimize purchasing networks, so resources are always available to meet operational requirements while maintaining lost cost
- Track and measure the key metrics that matter, so decisions can be based on data, not hunches
- Run competitive source selection processes that improve quality and reduce costs over time
And by the end of class, you'll possess all of these skills and so much more...
INTRODUCING: SUPPLY CHAIN MASTERY
Become "The Most Trusted Adviser in the Room" by mastering the 8 Critical Core Disciplines of Strategic Sourcing
Online Express Courses
Almost 50 different online Express Courses that consist of one lesson on a specific topic that requires 30-60 minute investment of time. These courses are designed for focused effort on a very specific topic. Such topics include contract management, negotiation, RFP, strategic sourcing, and more!
Procurement Basics
Corporate Citizenship
Sourcing
Logistics
Best Value Management
Planning
Project Management
Leadership
Then become a "Certified Professional in Supply Management"
The Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification is a globally recognized certification offered by the Institute for Supply Management. Business leaders at all levels want supply chain professionals who have demonstrated mastery of strategic sourcing by earning the CPSM designation. By the end of this course, you will have mastered the skills required to pass the certification exams, so you can earn 8% more than uncertified people according to the ISM Annual Salary Survey.

COURSES ORGANIZED BY TOPIC AREA
Each course masters a strategic sourcing discipline. Here's a breakdown of the different discipline areas...
SHOULD YOU TAKE THIS COURSE?
It depends...
- If you area a purchasing professional looking to get an edge in an increasingly crowded market place...then yes.
- If you are a traditional buyer looking to get up-to-speed on the newest trends in the field...then yes.
- If you are unemployed and looking for a new career field with better opportunities...then yes.
- If you are a business owner looking for strategies to stay profitable, acquire more clients without being forced to raise money from outside investors...then yes.
- If you are a chief executive looking for new strategies to increase profitability for shareholders...then yes.
- If you are a student hoping to land a great job in a fun, in-demand, high paying field...then yes. (We'll give you the skills and certifications you need to not only talk the talk in the interview, but to truly walk the walk when you get that perfect gig.)
- If you are a crazy-busy business owner who barely has time to check the mail and sign the checks...then NO! (But you should have someone on your team go through it, because you, more than anyone else, needs this information...)
YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Randall M. Mauldin, USMC (ret.), CPSM, PMP
Dr. Randall M. Mauldin, USMC (ret), CPSM®, PMP®, As a dynamic and analytical leader equipped with over 25 years of combined success within various capacities as an Acquisitions Program Manager, Entrepreneurial Consultant, CPSM® Trainer, and United States Marine. Randy has provided executive guidance and strategic direction in operations, supply chain management, program management, and logistics. He is the President and Founder of Jack Quinn Solutions, LLC, a management consultation firm involved in providing objective advice, expertise and specialist skills with the aim of creating value, maximizing growth, and improving the business performance of clients. Dr. Mauldin founded Supply Leaders Academy for procurement professionals that want to move out of the backroom and into the boardroom because they sourcing as a strategic capability. Since 2010, Randy has presented the Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM®) Boot Camp to candidates seeking the Certified Professional in Supply Management Certification provided by the Institute of Supply Management. Attendees of this course come from such companies as SAP, Office Depot, Hitachi, University of California Procurement Services, AARP, Rockline Industries, Harley Davidson, Miller Coors, Brown-Forman, Johnson Controls, and ITT.