About the Course

In today’s evolving business landscape, the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into procurement and disposal processes is no longer optional—it is essential. Organizations are increasingly being held accountable not only for their direct environmental impacts but also for the actions of their suppliers and disposal practices. Compliance with ESG standards has become a vital component in risk management, ethical operations, and maintaining a positive corporate reputation.

This course is designed to equip procurement and disposal professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to incorporate ESG principles into their operations. It emphasizes ethical decision-making, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and the development of sustainable procurement policies. Participants will learn how to align their practices with global ESG standards, implement effective controls, and foster continuous improvement in sustainable supply chain and disposal activities.

Target Participants

This training is ideal for Procurement officers, disposal managers, compliance officers, risk managers, policy makers, supply chain managers, and sustainability officers.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

• Comprehend the core principles of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and their relevance to procurement and disposal activities
• Integrate Ethics into Procurement and Disposal Practices
• Identify and implement ESG compliance frameworks, regulations, and industry standards in procurement and disposal activities
• Assess and manage environmental, social, and governance risks within supply chains and disposal practices, while developing effective mitigation strategies
• Establish robust internal controls to monitor and enforce ESG compliance within procurement and disposal processes
• Use ESG key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting tools to assess and communicate the environmental, social, and governance impacts of procurement and disposal activities to stakeholders

Course Duration

Two weeks

Course Outline

Introduction to ESG in Procurement and Disposal

• Overview of ESG Principles
• Understanding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
• The Role of ESG in Procurement and Disposal
• ESG Trends and Regulatory Requirements in Supply Chains

Importance of ESG in Procurement and Disposal

• Impact of Procurement on Environmental Sustainability
• Social Responsibility in Supplier Relationships
• Governance in Procurement Decisions and Practices

Ethics in Procurement

• Ethical Standards in Supply Chain Management
• Addressing Corruption, Fraud, and Bribery in Procurement
• Ethical Disposal Practices and Circular Economy Models

Compliance Frameworks and Regulations

• Key ESG Compliance Standards in Procurement and Disposal
• Industry-Specific ESG Regulations and Policies
• Green Procurement Policies and Standards (ISO 20400, etc.)

Supplier Due Diligence and Compliance

• Ensuring Supplier ESG Compliance: Best Practices
• Screening and Auditing Suppliers for ESG Alignment
• Incorporating ESG Metrics into Supplier Selection

Monitoring and Reporting ESG Compliance

• ESG Reporting Requirements for Procurement and Disposal
• Tools for ESG Data Collection and Reporting
• Integrating ESG Metrics into Internal Audits

Risk Management in ESG Procurement

• Risk Identification and Assessment
• ESG Risks in Procurement and Disposal
• Environmental and Social Risk Factors in Supply Chains
• Governance Risks in Vendor Contracts and Agreements
• Mitigating ESG Risks
• Building Resilience in Supply Chains

Policy Development and Implementation for ESG in Procurement and Disposal

• Policy Development for ESG
• Engaging Stakeholders in ESG Policy Formulation
• Strategies for Effective ESG Policy Rollout and Communication
• Sustainable Disposal Practices
• Implementing Circular Economy Models in Disposal Operations

ESG Controls, Measurement, and Continuous Improvement

• Internal Controls for Ensuring ESG Compliance in Procurement
• Building Effective ESG Monitoring Systems
• ESG Controls in Vendor Contracts and Service Level Agreements
• ESG Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Procurement and Disposal
• Continuous Improvement in ESG Procurement

Training Approach

This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in their respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, presentations, group works and case studies.

Training notes and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued a certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We can also do this as a tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs.