Strategic Supply Chain Certificate Program

Strategic Supply Chain Certificate Program

Introduction For most businesses the predominance of costs are initiated and managed by or through supply chain management. Operating often in silos, supply chain management functions in a highly tactical manner with little consideration of how to strategically reduce operating costs and increase cash flow while maximizing a return on investment. As strategic leaders within the organization, accounting professionals are best positioned to attain an intimate understanding of the strategic aspects of supply chain management in order to improve how working capital is invested and understand how operating capital can be strategically managed. The will provide an understanding of supply chain structure and support, allowing for the design of a more strategic supply chain with a clear vision and mission in support of the organization s objectives. Program Format Key Objectives & Learning Outcomes A two-day in-class program featuring lectures, interactive discussion, models and case studies. Understand the foundational aspects of an effective and efficiently operating supply chain. Learn from a supply chain management professional with nearly two decades of experience working in leadership roles across all aspects of the supply chain, in a diverse array of organizations. Optional exam for those wishing to earn a Certificate in Strategic Supply Chain Management. Who Should Enroll in this Program Controllers, Directors and Managers who wish to increase their understanding of supply chain optimization and design. CFOs, VPs and other executives who directly manage or provide oversight to supply chain management teams and wish to increase their ability to develop supply chain management strategy. Accounting and finance professionals wishing to gain insight into the design and integration of a strategic supply chain; increasing their knowledge and skill as it pertains to managing within and overseeing the supply chain. Understand how to design and optimize the critical components of the supply chain. Identify means to strategically invest company funds to maximize return on investment. Increase awareness of the risks and opportunities that exist within supply chain management. Gain insight into strategic sourcing and supplier management opportunities to reduce cost and increase competitive advantage. Understand the risks inherent in logistics management; identifying the gaps to integrating logistics with sourcing, procurement and inventory management. Learn supplier management strategies to maximize returns and minimize risk. Become fluent in supply chain management theory and terminology. Design a more integrated and strategic supply chain.

Program Outline Session Topic Day 1 Understanding and leveraging the end-to-end supply chain Maximizing value from strategic sourcing and globalization Developing and leveraging supplier relationships Monitoring and measuring supplier performance Developing and integrating inventory management strategy Strategically managing logistics to reduce risk and cost Day 2 Optimizing the supply chain through lean and continuous improvement Mitigating and managing risk Introducing and managing change Building a more strategic culture Leveraging the supply chain for success in environmental sustainability Designing a more strategic and effective supply chain Instructor Shawn Casemore, CSCMP, CPP, CPM Shawn Casemore assists clients with improving their financial condition and meeting their strategic objectives by increasing profitability, improving return on investment and strengthening their financial condition. Shawn has nearly two decades of experience in supply chain management with such companies as Magna International, Arvin Meritor, NCR, Pilkington, Bellwyck Packaging Solutions and Bruce Power LP. Shawn holds the Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation, the Certified Professional Purchaser (CPP) designation from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada, and the Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) designation from the Institute of Supply Management. Shawn is also a Certified Six Sigma Green belt and a practitioner of Lean.

Registration Inform ation General Information Program Hours Mississauga Date September 18-19, 2014 Optional Exam October 11, 2014 8:00 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 12:00 pm 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 5:00 pm Location Mississauga, ON Date February 5-6, 2015 Optional Exam February 28, 2015 Continental Breakfast and Registration Morning Session Lunch Afternoon Session CPLD Information Location Mississauga, ON 16 credits Optional Exam: 3 credits Program Fees Cancellation Policy CMA Members: Non-Members: Cancellations more than two weeks prior to the program start date are subject to a $50 administrative fee. $1,295.00 plus HST $1,395.00 plus HST Please note: The exam is not a mandatory component, however certificates will only be awarded to those who successfully complete the exam. Cancellations within two weeks of the program start date are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the program after you have registered, you may send a substitute at no charge pleas e inform PDI Chels ea Allman at: callman@cmaontario.org. Online Registration Online registration and payment is available to CMA Members via the CMA Ontario Members Portal: http://members.cma-ontario.org Once you have logged in, please click on the Event Registration tab. Registration via Fax or Mail If you are a non-member or retired CMA Member, you should register via fax or mail. Please complete the registration form, including payment information and dietary restrictions if applicable. If paying by cheque, please make the cheque payable to CMA Ontario. When complete, please fax or mail the form to: Chelsea Allman, Coordinator, Professional Development Professional Development Institute 25 York Street, Suite 1100 Toronto, ON M5J 2V5 Fax: 416-977-6079

Registration Form NAME MEMBER NO. TITLE COMPANY ADDRESS SUITE CITY PROVINCE POSTAL CODE TELEPHONE # FAX # E-MAIL Please indicate the program and optional exam you would like to enroll in. Registration Fee Member Non-Member Mississauga: Tuesday, February 18 Wednesday, February 19, 2014 $1,295.00 $1,395.00 Optional Exam Mississauga: Saturday, March 15, 2014 $150.00 $150.00 Sub-total $ HST (13%) $ TOTAL $ REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST, REFRESHMENT BREAKS AND LUNCH HST REG NO. 123969610 RT0001 PAYMENT Credit Card # (Visa/MasterCard/Amex) Expiry Date (MM/YY) Signature DIETARY RESTRICTIONS Do you have any dietary restrictions? No Yes If yes, please indicate: SPECIAL NEEDS Do you have any special needs that may require accommodation? No Yes If yes, please indicate: For further information, please contact: Chelsea Allman, Coordinator, Professional Development 416-977-7741 or 800-387-2991 ext. 121, callman@cmaontario.org