SCMT055 - Marine Procurement and Supplier Management
3480109
Delivery Options
Blended Online
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Course Description
Engaging in a close examination of procurement and supplier relationship management in marine operations, participants will learn how to implement strategic sourcing strategies for ship maintenance, fleet provisioning, bunkering, and port services. The curriculum emphasizes ethical sourcing, contract management, and compliance with global maritime environmental regulations such as MARPOL. Through applied assignments, learners gain practical tools for evaluating suppliers, developing contracts, and mitigating sourcing risks specific to international marine logistics.Course Outline
- Discover procurement strategies in the marine environment, with case studies on fuel buying and fleet maintenance
- Analyze the full marine procurement process—from need identification to contract closure, with marine context examples
- Assess supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management in port and shipping operations
- Review ethical sourcing and sustainability in maritime supply chains, including compliance with international law
- Draft and evaluate contracts for marine service providers
- Discussion global sourcing risks: political, supply interruption, and regulatory changes in shipping
- Engage in simulated negotiations with diverse marine suppliers and port vendors
- Explore real-world scenarios focusing on supplier relationship management and dispute resolution for marine operations
Learner Outcomes
- Articulate procurement strategies tailored to marine contexts, including vessel fueling and maintenance
- Evaluate supplier performance and contract effectiveness in the marine supply chain
- Apply ethical sourcing and environmental compliance principles (such as MARPOL) to procurement decisions
- Identify risks associated with sourcing from global marine suppliers and recommend mitigation approaches
- Develop and assess procurement contracts suited for ship operators, port authorities, and service vendors
- Analyze supplier relationships and manage performance for marine-specific applications
- Propose solutions for securing critical inputs and services for ships, ports, and terminals
- Integrate sustainability practices into marine supplier management strategies
Notes
Required Textbook:
Langley, C. J., Novack, R. A., Gibson, B. J., & Coyle, J. J. (2025). Supply chain management: A logistics perspective (12th ed.). Cengage
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Marine Supply Chain and Logistics Micro-credential : Core Courses
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