Principles of Supply Management

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Principles of Supply Management

The Principles of Supply Management class is designed as an introductory class for individuals who are new to the profession of purchasing/supply management or for those who want a review of the basics.  A wide range of topics will be covered, but not to the depth and detail that is available from the C.P.M. or CPSM classes. 

The class environment is informal and discussion is encouraged. The instructor will use PowerPoint presentations, hand-outs and case studies to amplify the content of the textbook. 

The class is comprised of six, stand-alone sessions (see below).  Each class is three hours long.  Participants may choose to attend all six sessions or pick and choose those that are of most interest.  None of these classes are prerequisites to any of the others.

Each class qualifies for three hours of continuing education.  The entire class of six sessions qualifies for 18 hours of continuing education.  Minimum of 5 people to hold class.  Class size is limited.

The textbook World Class Supply Management:  the Key to Supply Chain Management, 7th edition by Burt, Dobler, and Starling.  The purchase of the text is optional and is NOT included in the fee.  However, it is recommended if one plans to attend more than two classes.

Classes are on Thursday from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. starting January 21 through February 25, 2010.  Class size is limited.
Venue:  Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria Street North, Shoreview, MN  55126

Class Four:  Outsourcing, sourcing and pricing
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Room 204 Lake Wabasso

Class Five:  Cost management and negotiations
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Room 206 Island Lake

Class Six:  Contract management, supplier development, and ethical and professional standards
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Room 204 Lake Wabasso

About the Instructor
Paul Ries, C.P.M. is a thirty year veteran of purchasing and materials management. Paul's titles have ranged from buyer, sourcing agent, purchasing agent to director. He has worked in government, not-for-profit, public and private companies large and small. He has international experience working with suppliers and company divisions in Europe and the Far East.

Paul has taught purchasing and supply management at the college level and in seminars and work shops.  He  co-chaired the NAPM Twin Cities Annual Fall Conference.   And, he has a lifetime C.P.M.

He has worked with a wide range of commodities, manufacturing materials, MRO, construction, capital equipment and managed many functions different from purchasing such as cost accounting, shipping receiving and community relations.