Tuesday, February 22, 2011

BE ON THE LEAD! CALL FOR TRAINERS


PASIA aims to deliver the best practices and help enterprises to improve all aspects of managing supply chains across the region. To support this aim, Procurement and Sourcing Institute of Asia joined International Trade Centre's global network of training institutions in offering a series of professional development programs for current and future purchasing supply specialist through ITC's Modular Learning System in Supply Chain Management.

Be part of this advocacy! 

Give solutions to the rapidly growing need to develop skills in the 
Supply Chain Management area.  

BE A TRAINER!  
 
Are you any of the following? 

  • Employed and still wishes to develop in the area of supply chain and willing to train others during your spare time
  • Retired in the field of purchasing and supply chain and wishes to share your expertise to other professionals aspiring to be on the lead 
  • Willing to be trained by experts in Supply Chain Management
  • Eager to develop your knowledge and skills in the field of Supply Chain Management 
  • Be a certified PASIA - SCM trainer and be acknowledged internationally 
  • Desires to develop innovative new approaches to Supply Chain Management and deliver it as well to other professionals 
  • Help other professionals to greatly enhance their competitiveness and delivery performance 
If you answered yes to one or more, then you're on the lead on becoming one of PASIA's certified trainers of Modular Learning System in Supply Chain Management. 


For more information email info@pasia.org  
or call +632 844-2680, +632 9178243320 or +63 9088935745

Thursday, January 27, 2011

Manufacturing,Operations & Supply Management Conference

A Must-Attend Event Among Progressive Leaders! 
February 22 – 23, 2011 | Dusit Thani Hotel, Makati | 8:00 – 5:00PM

“Getting weary of your company’s practices that have gone out of date? Thinking of great ideas to bring it back to the circulation? Want to be a progressive leader in your field of expertise? “

Manufacturing, Operations and Supply Management Conference is a training conference dedicated to the knowledge transfer of best practices on the field of Manufacturing, Operations and Supply Management. Surely, it is a must-attend event among progressive leaders!

CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

§      World-class Lean Manufacturing Status
§      TQM, SPC and Other Management Systems and Tools
§      Green Manufacturing
§      SME’s in Manufacturing
§      Supply Chain Metrics
§      Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
§      Business Cases: Best Supply and Operations Practices


WHY YOU SHOULD BE PART OF IT

§        Gain new insights on Business Process Improvement & Best Manufacturing Practices
§        Benefit from various major topics like Lean Management & Systems, Total Quality Management , Green Manufacturing and many more
§        Learn new innovations like applying technology in manufacturing & supply management
§        Learn how to pull it all together with Sales and Operations Planning
§        Get a know-how on Quality Management System and learn the framework you need to improve performance in any area you choose

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

§      Procurement and Supply Management Professionals

Procurement Managers, VP for Procurement, Logistics and Distribution Managers, Supply Chain Heads, Materials Manager, Operations Managers, Contract Managers, Sourcing Managers, Commodity Specialists, Category Managers

§      Manufacturing Professionals

      Manufacturing Heads, Plant Managers, Warehouse Managers, Production and Planning
      Supervisors, Quality Management Officers, Quality Control Managers, Quality Audit
      Analysts, Quality Control Inspector

§      Executive Management

CEO’s, CIO’s, CPO’s, COO’s, Presidents, General Managers, Managing Directors

PLUS! Attend a half-day workshop on:

§      Sales and Operations Planning | Supply Management
§      Sustainable and Ethical Procurement & Supply Chain Management


CONFERENCE FEE

§      PASIA member : Php 5,000.00
§      Non- member : Php 7,000.00
§      Applying member : Php 10,000

REGISTER NOW!


For more information email info@pasia.org  
or call +632 844-2680, +632 9178243320 or +63 9088935745


Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Negotiation and Total Cost of Ownership

February 15, 2011 | AIM Conference Center Manila | 8:30AM – 5:30PM

NEGOTIATION FOR BEST VALUE

Supply professionals must aggressively identify and capitalize on opportunities to meet the executive management’s rising expectations. Strong people skills and the ability to effectively negotiate are crucial requirements. This program starts with essential negotiation elements then builds rapidly to advanced strategies that will change the way you approach negotiations. Throughout, the major focus is on optimizing value through organizational supply chains. 

TOTAL COST OWNERSHIP

The detailed workshop will provide hands-on work and review of effective price and cost analysis including skills to determine Total Cost of Ownership, Life Cycle Costs and Total Landed Costs. The skills used would provide a better basis on effective negotiating and provide cost reduction results.

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

§        Develop a strategic understanding of world-class negotiations and learn how to apply these in real situations
§        Learn better preparation techniques for successful negotiations and solving actual problems
§        Be trained in dealing with difficult situations and resolving issues
§        Develop various cost reduction, avoidance and containment methods
§        Practice good strategies and techniques in team negotiation – Get them to say YES
§        Learn how to establish and sustain an effective cost/ price system
§        Negotiate with a clear understanding  of a commodity’s cost elements and cost drivers
§        Engage key stakeholders in the supply chain to develop breakthrough cost reduction strategies

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Individuals who would benefit from advanced value-focused negotiation skills and those needing to move beyond negotiation basics to the understanding and application of advanced techniques. This seminar supports negotiators who want the winning advantage within the realm of supply.

This training also welcomes:

§      CEOs, CFOs, Finance Heads and Auditors
§      Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals
§      Contract Administrators
§      Project Managers & Engineers
§      IT Professionals
 
TRAINING FEE

Deadline of registration is on or before February 9, 2011

§      PASIA member | Php 4,500.00
§      Non-member | Php 6,500.00
§      Applying member | Php 9,500.00

* Inclusive of seminar admission and one year PASIA and ISM membership.
* Fees are inclusive of source kits, certificates, lunch, morning and afternoon snacks.

Cancellation policy at the registration form strictly applies. Please note carefully. Payments through telegraphic transfer, cheque, credit card are accepted.

This training/ seminar is on a first come first serve basis.

HURRY REGISTER NOW!

BE A PASIA MEMBER!
Annual Fee: US $150
All PASIA members are entitled to all Institute for Supply Management (ISM) benefits in accordance with ISM guidelines

For more information email info@pasia.org  
or call +632 844-2680, +632 9178243320 or +63 9088935745

Monday, January 17, 2011

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) Module 1

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
MODULE 1: Fundamentals of Supply Management
February 25-26, 2011 | AIM Conference Center Manila | 8:30 am to 5:30 pm


COURSE OVERVIEW:
 
This knowledge base event is primary for any supply chain professional and provides valuable information for associated positions working with Supply Chain Contracting/Negotiations:


      • Basics of Contracts and Clauses and Bidding
      • Negotiation, Planning and Tactics
      • Contracts Administration Cost/Finance
      • Financial Analysis
      • Budget Basics
      • Cost Savings Potential
      • Financial Leveraging Strategies International
      • Access to Sourcing International Markets
      • Developing International Sources | Social Responsibility
      • International Business Ethics Codes
      • Environmental Responsibility and Sourcing
      • Supply Chain Safety Audits and Suppliers Sourcing
      • Searching and Developing Source
      • Strategy for Sourcing Supplier Relationship Management
      • Supplier Performance
      • Effective Relationship Building
      • Right Sizing the Supplier Base



PAYMENT:
 
      First Registration                        

            Php  17,000.00
      PASIA Member                          

            Php  12,000.00
      Succeeding Registration*         

            Php  12,000.00
     (*Fee for the next modules)
 

Payments must be received before the program. Fees are inclusive of source kits, certificates, lunch as well as morning and afternoon snacks.

*Non Member fee is inclusive of seminar admission and one-year PASIA and ISM membership.
 

Payment can be received through telegraphic transfer, cheque or credit card.

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)

CPSM MODULES:


CPSM MODULE 1: Fundamentals of Supply Management
February 25-26, 2011| AIM Conference Center Manila | 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
 

This knowledge base event is crucial for any supply chain professional and provides valuable information on associated positions working with Supply Chain. 


CPSM  MODULE 2: Effective Supply Management Performance
March 18-19, 2011 | AIM Conference Center Manila | 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
 

Supply Chain has moved into the mainstream of business strategy and includes many aspects of different business processes. This module details more extensive subject areas of Supply Chain concerns.

CPSM MODULE  3: Leadership in Supply Management 

April 15-16, 2011| AIM Conference Center Manila | 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
 

Leadership, Supply Chain Risk and Strategic Sourcing are major concerns for advanced supply chain professionals. This module is a primer for management techniques, supply risks evaluation, mitigation and developing an effective supply chain strategic sourcing program.


Why you should attend:
 
Demand for strategic supply professionals is on the rise as managers take on more pivotal roles within organizations.  Since 2000, the top executives and supply management profession has witnessed a growing focus on accomplishing strategic goals related to cost and value.  In order to be competitive, executives; supply managers and other key personnel of an organization must acquire the necessary strategic skills that add value and enable effective alignment with key business functions


Who should attend:
 

Purchasing and Supply Management:
Purchasing Managers, Sourcing Managers, Contracts Managers, Logistics Officers,Category Managers, Warehouse Managers, Supply Chain Directors, Materials Managers,Purchasing Officers, Buyers

Chief Executives:
Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officers, Chief Financial Officers, Chief Procurement Officers, Vice President for Supply Chain


PAYMENT:
 
         First Registration    

              Php  17,000.00
         PASIA Member                           

              Php  12,000.00
         Succeeding Registration*          

              Php  12,000.00
         (*Fee for the next modules)


Payments must be received before the program. Fees are inclusive of source kits, certificates,

lunch as well as morning and afternoon snacks.

*Non Member fee is inclusive of seminar admission and one-year PASIA and ISM membership.
 

Payment can be received through telegraphic transfer, cheque or credit card.









 

Monday, January 10, 2011

Program for the HR Day on Talent Development for Supply Management, Procurement, and Operations Management

Proposed Program for the HR Day on Talent Development for Supply Management, Procurement, and Operations Management
January 13, 2011 | AIM Conference Center Manila

As of January 11, 2011

07:30 AM – 08:30 AM                          REGISTRATION / COFFEE

08:30 AM – 08:45 AM                          Invocation and National Anthem
                              
08:45 AM – 09:00 AM                          Welcome Remarks

09:00 AM – 10:30 AM                          PASIA Introduction: Improving Bottom Lines through Training Programs and Certifications for Procurement, Supply Chain, and Operations Management
                                                                Mr. Charlie P. VillaseƱor, PASIA chairman and TransProcure Corp. President and CEO

10:30 AM – 10:45 AM                          BREAK / MORNING REFRESHMENTS

10:45 AM – 11:15 AM                          Linking Learning to Talent Management: The Key to Accelerating Workforce Performance -  (Virtual Session)
Mr. Marlon Herft, Channel Manager for Asia, SkillSoft and Mr. Richard Low, Learning Consultant, Team Lead - Asia, SkillSoft

11:15 AM – 12:00 NN                          Managing Talents in the New Economy
Mr. Ernie Cecilia, President and CEO, EC Business Solutions
and Career Center

12:00 NN – 01:15 PM                         LUNCH and NETWORKING

01:15 PM – 02:00 PM                          Talent Development for Supply Management through Interaction with Professional Bodies Like PASIA-IIMM
Mr. Haritbhai Bhatt, India Institute of Materials Management

02:00 PM – 02:45 PM                          Leading in the Knowledge Age
Ms. Lirio Mapa, Vice President, Center for Leadership and Change

02:45 PM – 03:30 PM                          ITC-MLS and Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Competencies
                                                                Mr. Gus Arguelles, Ateneo Graduate School

03:30 PM – 03:45 PM                          BREAK / AFTERNOON REFRESHMENTS    

03:45 PM – 04:30 PM                          Developing Effective Recruitment and Employee
On-Boarding Strategies
Mr. Edwin Ebreo, President and CEO, ExeQServe Consulting

04:30 pm – 05:15 PM                         e-Learning in Accenture and e-Learning Realities
Ms. Mimi Perez, Accenture Business Services – Manila
HR Shared Services - Comp & Ben Admin, HR Reporting, HR Service Desk Lead  (INVITED)

05:15 PM – 05:30 PM                          Q & A / CLOSING

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Ethics in Procurement

Missed last year's biggest event on Procurement Ethics? Don't fret. Due to insistent public demand, we are bringing back the One-Day Training on Ethics in Procurement. And this time, we’re bringing it to Cebu!

ONE-DAY TRAINING ON ETHICS IN PROCUREMENT
 January 28, 2011 | Marriott Hotel – Cebu City | 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Course Highlights

THE CURRENT FOCUS ON ETHICS

• Introduction: Categories of ethics
• ISM’s Principles and Standards of Ethical Supply Management Conduct
• Ethics and social responsibility
• Global Ethics and cultural differences
• Recent history and current focus
• The business case for ethics
• Ethics as a supply management skill set

SUPPLY MANAGEMENT’S ROLE IN ETHICS

• Driving force
• Role model
• Gatekeeper
• Policies and procedures
• Dilemmas
• Presentation of three ethical issues

THE INGREDIENTS FOR AN ETHICAL SUPPLY CHAIN

• Supply management
• Executive management
• Organizational culture
• Individual employees
• Suppliers, customers, and clients

BARRIERS AND DRIVERS TO ETHICAL BEHAVIOR

• Pressures and priorities
• Leadership
• Training and communication
• Individual employee values
• Government regulations
• Standards and consequences
• Organizational culture
• Concluding thoughts
• Presentation and panel discussion on responses to ethical issues presented

Why You Should Attend

• Understand why ethics in procurement is important & its possible implications to your business’ bottom line
• Encourage adherence to an uncompromising level of integrity among your stakeholders,suppliers,buyers  
• Convey the principles and standards which the procurement and supply management profession considers    just, fitting, and correct
• Learn effective means in handling difficult and compromising day-to-day ethical issues
• Learn how to complement existing standards or used them as a starting point in developing ethical policies unique to the needs of your organization

Who Should Attend

Anybody related in Supply Management. This seminar is designed for all levels of procurement and supply management professionals as well as others involved in the Supply Chain, Engineering, QA and end-users. 

Project Managers (Finance, Operations, Suppliers, etc.) who are involved with buying and
supplying goods and services.

CEOs, CFOs, Internal Auditors, Contract Managers, Procurement and Sourcing Professionals, Bids and Awards Committee, In-House Counsel, Compliance Officers, Auditors, Law Enforcement Officials and representatives, Public Sector employees and the Academe.
Suppliers are encouraged to attend!

Conference Fee

Deadline for registration is on or before January 24, 2011

PASIA Member   Php   5,000.00
Non-Member  Php   7,000.00
Applying Member*  Php 10,000.00

*Inclusive of seminar admission and one year PASIA and ISM membership. Fees are inclusive of source kits, certificates, lunch and morning and afternoon snacks.

The cancellation policy at the registration form strictly applies. Please note carefully. Payments through telegraphic transfer, cheque, or credit card are accepted.

This training/seminar is on a first come first serve basis.

HURRY, REGISTER NOW!


For more information  
email info@pasia.org  or call +632 844-2680, +632 9178243320 or +63 9088935745