PMAC Handbook

8/13/2019 PMAC Handbook

1/20

Purchasing Management Association of Canada

T H E S C M P A C C R E D I T A T I O N H A N D B O O K Strategic Supply Chain Management Leadership Program

APPLY WORLD-CLASS KNOWLEDGE TO ADVANCE YOUR CAREER AND COMPETITIVE P

TM


2/20

2

T H E P U R C H AS I N G M AN AG E M E N TA S S O C I AT I O N O F C A N A D A

The Purchasing Management Association of Canada(PMAC) is the leading, and the largest, associationin Canada for supply chain management profes sion-als. The national voice for advancing and promotingthe profession of supply chain management, PMACsets the standard of excellence for professionalskills, knowledge and integrity.

With 7,000 members working across private andpublic sectors, PMAC is the principal source of supplychain training, education and professional develop-ment in the country. Through its 10 Provincial andTerritorial Institutes, PMAC grants the SCMP (Supply

Chain Management Professional) designation.

O U R M I S S I O N

The mission of PMAC is to build leadership insupply chain management.

O U R V I S I O N

PMACs vision is to be the recognized authority forthe profession of supply chain management.

S U P P LY C H A I N M A N A G E M E N TP R O F E S S I O N A L ( S C M P )

The SCMP is the most sought-after designation insupply chain management (SCM) in Canada. It is thehighest achievement in the field and the mark of strategic leadership. A comprehensive accreditationprogram certifies that the SCMP-holder has

attained the highest level of competency.Adherence to a Code of Ethics ensures the

highest level of integrity. And a requirementfor continuous professional developmentsignifies the highest level of currentknowledge.

With procurement, operations, logistics

and all areas of supply chain manage-ment playing an increasingly important rolein organizations, employers benefit from the

SCMPs unique and distinctive competence.

SCMPs are recognized as strategic supply chainmanagement professionals who provide enterpriseswith innovative strategic leadership to achieve acompetitive advantage in a global marketplace.

W H Y B E C O M E A N S C M P

Impact: SCMPs are seen as the pre-eminentauthority in strategic supply chain management.They are strategic leaders and decision-makers.

Advancement: When hiring for positions in supplychain management, employers are regularly askingfor the SCMP or enrolment in the SCMP program.

Earning Power: Those with the SCMP earn 15% ormore annually than their counterparts without thedesignation.*

Global Perspective: With supply chains that reacharound the world, an SCMP is a key contributor tothe competitiveness and success of any enterprise,anywhere.

Satisfaction: Completing a rigorous program,SCMPs achieve supply chain managements mostrespected designation, and differentiate themselvesfrom others practising in the field.

I S T H E S C M P R I G H T F O R Y O U ?

Do you want to launch or accelerate your careerin the critical, strategic and dynamic field ofsupply chain management?

Are you a busy practitioner seeking concreteskills that are directly transferable to your job?

Do you currently work or do you intend towork at a management or executive level?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, theSCMP will provide you with the knowledge andskills to take on supply chain leadership roles in allsectors of the global economy, including services,distribution, manufacturing and government.

SC M P AC C R EDITATION

The program leading to SCMP accreditation is calledthe Strategic Supply Chain Management LeadershipProgram (SSCMLP) and is the most comprehensiveprogram available. Its focus on strategic supplychain management meets the evolving needs of the marketplace.

*PMAC/Purchasing b2b /MM&D Salary Surveys


3/20

3

Balanced to deliver advanced supply chainmanagement knowledge and high-level businessskills, the SCMP program is competency-based andcontent is integrated throughout. The program isdesigned so learning can be applied immediately inthe workplace.

PMAC is closely allied with academic institutionsacross Canada and the SCMP program is instructedby senior practitioners and distinguished academics.

M E E T I N G T H E N E E D S O F E M P L OY E R S

The SCMP accreditation program answers employerdemands for supply chain specialists who are alsostrategic business managers. The marketplace ischanging and new skill sets are required of todayssupply chain management professionals.

Employers are seeking an exceptional standard of supply chain leadership to bring added value totheir organizations. Specifically, the supply chainmanagement professional is expected to:

Be a strategic leader;

Possess an integrating perspective; and

Be a skilleddecision-maker .

Earning and maintaining the SCMP will equip youto meet and exceed these elevated expectations.

P R O G R A M AT- A - G L A N C E

THE STRATEGIC SUPPLY CHAIN

MANAGEMENT LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

To earn the SCMP, candidates must successfullycomplete the following:

8 ModulesCover the core areas of strategic supply chainmanagement knowledge.- Supply Chain Management- Procurement and Supply Management- Logistics and Transportation- Operations and Process Management- Knowledge Management

- Global Sourcing- Supply Chain Management for the Public

Sector- Supply Chain Management for Services,

Capital Goods and Major Projects

6 Interactive WorkshopsAddress higher-level business skills.- Leadership and Professionalism- Negotiation Skills- Communication and Relational Skills- Competitive Bidding, Contract Preparation and

Contract Management- International Business and Multicultural Skills- Ethical Behaviour and Social Responsibility

In-Residence WeekIntegrates and advances knowledge gainedduring Modules and Workshops, and honesmanagement and leadership skills; also providesFinal Exam preparation.

Final ExaminationTests knowledge acquired throughout the pro-gram and practical experience in a cased-basedExam.

Practical Experience RequirementA minimum of three years of progressive experi-ence in any aspect of supply chain management.


4/20

R&D Procurement Inbound Logistics Operations & Production Outbound Logistics Marketing & Sales Customer Service

STRATEGIC SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT MODEL

C U STO MER S ULTIMATE

CUSTOMERS

U LTIMATE

SU PPLIER S SU PPLIER S

ENHANCED

CUSTOMER

SATISFA C TIO N

STR ATEG IC

C O MPETITIV EN ESS

SUSTAINEDCOMPETITIVEADVANTAGE

G O OD S SERVIC ES KNO WLEDG E FIN A N C E

YO URORGANIZATION

W HAT IS SUPPLY C HAIN

M A N A G E M E N T

PMAC defines supply chain management as:

The process of strategically managing flowsof goods, services, finance and knowledge,along with relationships within and amongorganizations, to realize greater economicvalue through:

Supporting enterprise strategic objectives.

Contributing to the achievement ofstrategic competitiveness of the enterprise.

Contributing to the enhancement of thecompetitive advantage of the enterprise.

Enhancing customer satisfaction.

Knowledge Areas

The core areas of supply chain managementknowledge (procurement, operations and logistics)are integrated with supporting knowledge areas(marketing, finance and accounting, humanresources and knowledge management).

The Integrated Value Chain

Today, organizations rely increasingly on supply chains to succeed in the global, networked economy.With relationships extending beyond traditional enterprise boundaries, organizations are managing businessprocesses throughout an integrated value chain of multiple companies.

SUPPLY CHAIN

Procurementro urementProcurement

Opera tions Logis tics

KnowledgeManagement

Marketing

HumanResources

Finance andAccounting

4


5/20

Field of Practice: The Three Pillars

The field of practice of strategic supply chain management consists of the three pillars of management,strategy and professionalism built on top of a strong foundation of functional supply chain knowledge.

Application Areas

There are multiple application areas within the field of practice of strategic supply chain management.

They are:

Domestic and Global

Private and Public Sector

Goods and Services

The SCMP accreditation program is built on this comprehensive, strategicview of the field of supply chain management.

5

S TRATEG I C S U P P LY CH A I N MA N A G EMEN T

M a n

a g e m e n

t

S t r a t e g y

E t h i c a l B

e h a v i o

ur

a n

d

P r o f e

s s i o n

a l i s m

S U P P LY CH A I N MA N A G EMEN T F U N CTI O N A L K N O W LED G E


6/20

6

P R O G R A M F E AT U R E S

Characterized by a number of unique and distinc-tive features, the SCMP accreditation program isunlike anything else being offered in NorthAmerica today.

Competency Based. A high-level competency mapof the professions body of knowledge forms thebasis for what candidates learn in the program.The competency map encapsulates the key knowl-edge, skills and attributes required of todays suc-cessful strategic supply chain management profes-sional. Stated simply, competencies answer thequestion: what can a supply chain management

professional do?Progressive. Our competency-based programreflects that the knowledge, skills and attributesof a supply chain management professional mustadvance along with career stage. Candidates areexpected to progress from a tactical provider of business information in early career to operationaldecision-maker at mid career to strategic leader atpeak career.

Balanced and Comprehensive. The program offersa balance of core supply chain knowledge throughits Modules, and high-level business and general

management skills through its InteractiveWorkshops. It is the most comprehensive profes-sional accreditation program available in supplychain management.

Strategically Focused and Integrated. Each Module

and Interactive Workshop is strategic in nature always connecting with organizational goals and fully integrated with one another. The In-Residence Week serves as a capstone to the pro-gram, further synthesizing learning and sharpeningthe advanced skills of analysis, synthesis and evalu-ation.

Theory and Practice. The program is designed tobe taken concurrent with full-time employment.Candidates apply what they have learned immedi-ately in the workplace, seamlessly combining theorywith hands-on application. A case-based approachemphasizes leadership skills, decision-making and

teamwork in tackling the choices that managersface daily.

Current and Timely. Readings consist of currentliterature in the field. They are drawn from aca-demic journals, textbooks, professional and busi-ness magazines and industry publications. Theentire program is reviewed and updated on acontinuous basis.

Distinguished Instructors. Business professors,senior supply chain management professionals aswell as other subject matter experts instructModules and facilitate Workshops to provide awell-rounded learning experience.

Highly Participatory. Our PMAC philosophy:people learn by doing. The programs adult-centredlearning model recognizes that participants bring awealth of experience with them. Candidates sharechallenges and explore opportunities throughreal-world simulations, business case studies,collaborative projects, individual exercises andgroup discussions. Peer group interaction isstrongly promoted.


7/20

7

P R O G R A M D E L I V E RY

The Modules and Interactive Workshops within the Strategic Supply Chain Management LeadershipProgram are delivered through the Provincial and Territorial Institutes of PMAC. Candidates can choosefrom two different options for Modules: instructor-led or self-study. The instructor-led option is offeredin locations where numbers warrant.

Modules: Instructor-led Modules are in-class. Each Module typically consists of a series of weeklythree-hour evening sessions, for a duration of either 13 or seven weeks.

Modules are also available by correspondence in a print-based self-study format. Self-study Modulesincorporate relevant readings with an online discussion board to help candidates gain the most from theprogram, outside of a classroom setting.

Interactive Workshops: Each Interactive Workshop is either two, three of four days in length. Due to the

interactive nature of the Workshops, they are conducted only in-class with a professional facilitator.IntakePlease consult your PMAC Provincial or Territorial Institute for information on the next program intakes,including dates and locations.

LanguageAs a National association, PMAC makes the SCMP accreditation available in both of Canadas officiallanguages, English and French.

LengthThe program is designed to be completed over 36 months, concurrent with full-time employment. Up tofive years is permitted to conclude the program for individuals who have to disrupt their studies forpersonal or employment reasons.

CostContact your PMAC Institute for information on the cost.


8/20


9/20

9

100%

PROGRAM REQUIREMENT MARK ACHIEVED RESULT FOR CANDIDATE

Module or Interactive Workshop Less than 60% but more Will receive a letter of caution.than 50%

Module or Interactive Workshop Less than 50% Will be required to completean additional assignment(case analysis or project assignment).

In-Residence Week Less than 50% Will be required to completean additional assignment

(case analysis or project assignment).Final Examination Less than 50% Will be required to rewrite the

Final Examination at a subsequentoffering. Note: The Exam can bewritten a maximum of three times.

EVALUATION

Success in achieving the SCMP designation is based on grades attained through each Module,Interactive Workshop, In-Residence Week as well as the Final Examination. Evaluation is progressivewith all learning contributing to the program mark.

A mark of 60% in total across all requirements is necessary for successful completionof the program. Each component of the program is worth the following:

Modules 30%Interactive Workshops 15%In-Residence Week 10%Final Examination 45%

In addition to an overall grade of 60%, a pass in every component is required.

Passing Grades

Individual program requirements are evaluated based on:

ModulesSubmission of a case analysis or project assignment and group/individual participation.

Interactive WorkshopsSubmission of a case analysis or project assignment.

In-Residence WeekCase study presentation and individual participation/attendance.

Final ExaminationPart 1 four short case questions and Part 2 full case analysis.


10/20

10

S A M P L E P R O G R A M S C H E D U L E

Y E A R 1

S E M E S T E R 1 S E M E S T E R 2


M-13 Operations and Process Management

M-7 Knowledge Management

M-13 Logistics and Transportation

IW-3 Communication and Relational Skills


M-7 Supply Chain Management for thePublic Sector

M-7 Supply Chain Management for Services,Capital Goods and Major Projects

IW-3 Ethical Behaviour and SocialResponsibility

IW-2 Competitive Bidding, ContractPreparation and Contract Management

M-7 Global Sourcing

IW-2 International Business andMulticultural Skills

M AY

In-Residence Week

M-13 Procurement and Supply Management

IW-4 Negotiation Skills

M-13 Supply Chain Management*

IW-2 Leadership and Professionalism

Y E A R 2

Y E A R 3

M = Module13 = 13-Week Session7 = 7-Week Session

IW = Interactive Workshop2 = 2 Days3 = 3 Days4 = 4 Days

*It is recommended that candidates take the Supply ChainManagement Module first as it lays a foundation for the rest of the program and introduces the case method of learning.

This schedule represents a September program intake. Intakes at other times of year may be available and schedules may vary.

The In-Residence Week in May and Final Examination in June remain fixed.

J U N E

Final Examination


11/20

11

M O D U L E S

Modules deliver functional skills that emphasizethe technical foundation of the profession of

supply chain management in an integrated manner.

Modules are highly participatory. They includefacilitated discussions of case studies, individualand group exercises, as well as written case reports.

There are eight modules in total. These include four13-week sessions and four 7-week sessions.

13-Week Sessions

Supply Chain ManagementThe goal of this Module is to have candidates

appreciate the big picture and recognize the critical,strategic and dynamic nature of supply chain man-agement. This Module lays the foundation for theremaining Modules and Workshops. The focus of this Module is on matters of strategic significance,from defining supply chain management for anorganization, to assessing supply chain risk andconducting a supply chain social responsibilityaudit. The issue of fit between organizational goalsand supply chain design is an overarching theme inline with our strategic approach that there is noone best way to manage supply chains. You willleave equipped to analyze supply chains and makerecommendations to improve supply chainperformance.

Procurement and Supply ManagementThe Module breaks down the distinctions betweenpurchasing, procurement and supply management.In providing a comprehensive grounding in thedifferences between strategic and tactical aspectsof purchasing, it covers the procurement processand the role of the procurement function withinthe organization. This Module gives you the toolsto determine make or buy decisions and toconduct effective price and cost analysis. Criticalissues in supplier selection and evaluation areaddressed as are emerging and establishedtechnologies in e-procurement. The characteristicsof services procurement that differentiate it fromproduct procurement are also examined.

Logistics and TransportationThis Module explores the vital role that logisticsplays in strategic supply chain management and itslinks to procurement. Candidates develop anunderstanding of the primary logistics activitiesof transportation, warehousing and inventorymanagement. The Module includes a considerationof a variety of analytical and technological toolssuch as activity-based costing, total cost ofownership and warehouse management systems.Issues in transportation from modal choices toindustry regulations are discussed as is logisticsoutsourcing through 3PLs and 4PLs. The Modulewill prepare you to chart a customized logisticsstrategy for your organization and make strategiclogistics decisions, based on the most currentconcepts and transportation options.

Operations and Process ManagementThe nature of operations and the transformationsystem whereby an organization and an entiresupply chain add value to a product or service isthe starting point for this Module. You will learnto use a variety of tools to manage and improvesupply chain processes. Just-in-time (JIT)/leanproduction, process flow analysis (capacity,bottlenecks) and quality management are specifictopics of interest. You will acquire a 360-degreeview of planning and control requirements such asmaster scheduling, material requirements planning(MRP) and yield management. Project managementfundamentals are also covered. This Modulesituates operations management within the strategiccontext of global operations and the exploitationof operations capabilities.


12/20

12

7-Week Sessions

Knowledge ManagementKnowledge management is the process of capturingand making use of collective expertise. It includesthree overlapping factors (people, technology andprocesses). An organization can achieve competitiveadvantage through reusing applicable knowledgeand using newly created knowledge (i.e. innovation).This Module examines the technical and behaviouralaspects of knowledge management, prepares you toassess knowledge management systems, and equipsyou with the techniques to make improvements inknowledge management systems. Key considerationssuch as security, privacy, audit, project managementand organizational change management areaddressed. You will also learn to manage issues of information quality, sharing and overload.

Global SourcingA critical component of any procurement strategy,global sourcing is the focus of this Module. It isespecially important today to integrate globalsourcing decisions with inbound logistics and toconsider total cost implications of global vs. domes-tic sourcing. The Module examines low-cost countrysourcing both from the point of view of barriers andfacilitators. From Africa and Asia to Europe andLatin America, you will learn about sourcing aroundthe world, including NAFTA sourcing in the U.S. andMexico. This Module also deals with types ofintermediaries (customs brokers, 3PLs and tradingcompanies) as well as freight and payment terms.

You will gain the ability to evaluate global sourcingalternatives and to communicate in a cross-culturalcontext.

Supply Chain Management for the Public SectorThe unique characteristics of procurement in thepublic sector are explored in this Module. The Moduleexamines a variety of public sector settings, includingthe federal government, provincial and municipalgovernments, as well as health care and educationsectors. You will learn how to undertake competitivebidding in a public sector environment and evaluate

alternatives such as sole sourcing and negotiation.The Module will explain the different forms ofpurchasing co-operatives and consortias. Ethicalissues in public sector procurement are alsoexamined. At the end of this Module, you will be ableto understand the special supply chain challengesand opportunities in the public sector and makerecommendations for performance improvement.

Supply Chain Management for Services, CapitalGoods and Major ProjectsService sector supply chains can differ significantlyfrom those that have a product focus. This Modulelooks at the importance of demand, capacity andyield management, as well as services spendanalysis with a view to crafting or enhancing aservices purchasing strategy. There is an emphasison retail and wholesale operations wherecollaborative planning, forecasting andreplenishment are addressed. Using financialanalysis, the Module also pays special attention toacquiring and disposing of capital goods, includingleasing. You will also gain an understanding of how to manage procurement for major projects,such as building construction. Throughout, the

steps in taking a green approach to supply chaininitiatives are stressed.

I N T E R A C T I V E W O R K S H O P S

Interactive Workshops deliver high-levelmanagement and general business skills.

By their very nature, Workshops are highlyinteractive. Facilitated by moderators, InteractiveWorkshops involve a combination of individual andgroup exercises.

There are six Interactive Workshops. Each is

usually either two, three or four days in length.Leadership and Professionalism (2 days)The goal of this Workshop is to develop the abilitiesof SCMP candidates to become supply chain leadersand true supply chain management professionals.

You will foster leadership abilities such as buildingand leading supply chain teams, facilitatingcollaboration within and between groups andorganizations, as well as gain change managementskills and coaching/mentoring skills. You willcompare various other points of view (followers,bureaucrats, administrators and contrarians) withthe leadership point of view. In addition, you will

have the chance to develop leader profiles based onyour own experience. The Workshop also includes adiscussion on the accreditation of supply chainprofessionals and the shift from purchasing tostrategic supply chain management.


13/20

13

Negotiation Skills (4 days)Negotiation skills are an essential competency forany manager, and especially those responsible forsupply chain management. This Workshop providesyou with a roadmap for leading or participating insuccessful negotiations. You will focus on theentire negotiation process, and learn the activitiesand techniques to be used from the preparationstage to the actual face-to-face negotiations.It covers understanding the other negotiator,responding to power imbalances, as well aslooking beyond the deal to building longer-termrelationships. Interactive activities, includingnegotiation simulations and role-playing exercises,feature prominently and allow opportunities forcandidates to fine-tune their own negotiating skills.

Communication and Relational Skills (3 days)Essential to the successful supply chain professionalare the competencies of listening skills, spokenand written communication, persuasiveness andthe ability to explain complex issues up and downthe organization and around the supply chain.Another critical ability is building effectiveinter-organizational supply chain relationships.This Workshop covers how to create and deliverstrong presentations and how to be professionalin your spoken communications by looking atsteak, sizzle and style. Non-verbal communicationsuch as appearance and body language are also

explored. The Workshop offers guidance on producingclear, concise and compelling reports and writtencommunication, and examines dos and donts inelectronic communication today.

Competitive Bidding, Contract Preparationand Contract Management (2 days)Competitive bidding and contract management,if not handled properly, can lead to serious legaland financial consequences for any organization.This Workshop seeks to equip you with the toolsrequired to turn this into a competitive advantagefor your enterprise. The Workshop looks at theconditions for successful competitive bidding and

the elements of the bidding process, includingRFPs and RFQs. Electronic tendering is alsoaddressed. The Workshop moves on to examine

types of contracts and contract law. Candidatesalso gain an understanding of writing contractterms and how to manage a contract fromperformance review to dispute resolution andtermination.

International Business and MulticulturalSkills (2 days)Increasingly, business is being conducted aroundthe world as supply chains expand their reach.To be an effective supply chain manager todayrequires the ability to function in a global andmulticultural context. This Workshop readiesparticipants to work successfully across culturesand build relationships with supply chain partnersin other countries. It includes detailed discussion

on the strategic role of cultural knowledge inmanaging global supply chains. The objectives of this Workshop are for participants to develop adeeper understanding of cultural diversity inorganizations, and to deal with professional issuesassociated with international cultures in asensitive and constructive way.

Ethical Behaviour and SocialResponsibility (3 days)Ethical behaviour is a key pillar of professionalism,as is the commitment of supply chain professionalsto look beyond profit to the impact that theirprocurement and supply chain decisions have

on employees, the economy, society and theenvironment. Presenting a variety of perspectives,this Workshop explores frameworks for ethicaldecision-making. Issues such as communityservice, society as a supply chain stakeholderand conducting environmental audits areexamined. The Workshop also coversethical issues related to gender andage, and safety and security. You willhave an opportunity to review anddiscuss the PMAC Code of Ethics, aswell as develop an ethics statement foryour own organization.

For complete Module and Interactive Workshop outlines, including detailed learning objectives, consult your Provincial or Territorial Institute web site or the National site at pmac.ca.


14/20

14

I N - R E S I D E N C E W E E K

The In-Residence Week is an intensive week thatallows SCMP candidates to synthesize, apply andtest knowledge and skills gained throughout theaccreditation program. It is the capstone to theprogram, with participants examining leading-edgeissues at the highest strategic level in supply chainmanagement.

Through a varied schedule that includes case studies,group work, informative lectures and intensive FinalExamination preparation, candidates will integratetheir functional knowledge of supply chain manage-ment with the competencies of leadership, profes-sionalism and ethical behaviour. Participants developtheir analytical, problem solving, teamwork andcommunication skills.

Faculty is selected from among North Americastop practitioners and academics in supply chainmanagement. These individuals are chosen notonly for their teaching ability, but also for theirfirst-hand expertise in the field. Participants enjoya high level of interaction with the faculty.

In-Residence Week also provides an opportunityfor candidates to create and reinforce relationshipsand build valuable business networks with peers -

both within their own industries and beyond.

FINAL EXAM INATION

The Final Examination is the last step in obtainingSCMP accreditation and is held once a year at

Examination centres across Canada.

The Examination tests the candidatesability to apply knowledge gained in

all the Modules and InteractiveWorkshops, as well as skills acquiredthrough practical experience.

The format of the Examination con-sists of two parts, written on sepa-

rate days. Part 1 is four short casequestions. Part 2 is a full case analysis,

P R A C T I C A L E X P E R I E N C E R E Q U I R E M E N T

The goal of any program leading to a professional designationis to produce competent professionals through a combinationof education and practical experience. Practical experience inappropriate supply chain management roles concurrentwith the Strategic Supply Chain Management LeadershipProgram is an essential component of earning the SCMP.The practical experience requirement ensures that SCMPcandidates have acquired sufficient real-life knowledge alongwith hands-on skills, and are able to demonstrate the compe-tencies of strategic supply chain management professionals.

More specifically, practical experience provides a professionalenvironment in which candidates develop competencethrough:

Enhancing their understanding of organizations, of howbusiness works and of work relationships.

Being able to relate their work to other business functionsand activities.

Becoming aware of the environment in which services areprovided.

Developing appropriate professional values, ethics andattitudes in practical situations.

Having the opportunity to work at progressive levels of responsibility.

SCMP candidates must satisfy the following PracticalExperience Requirement in order to complete the program andearn the designation:

A minimum of three years of full-time progressivepractical experience in any aspect of the field of practice of supply chain management (encompassing core and support-ing areas), of which:

written two days after Part 1. At the end of writingPart 1, candidates are provided with a backgroundpaper on the case for Part 2. This allows candidatesto develop an understanding of the situation theywill be analyzing, and can spend their Exam timepreparing their response rather than reading back-ground material. The nature of the required responseto the case is provided at the Examination centre atthe commencement of Part 2.


15/20

15

- No more than one year of related practical experiencegained prior to enrolment as an accreditation candidate maybe recognized.

Progressive practical experience describes the period of employment during which candidates effectively apply theprogressive levels of competence acquired while pursuingSCMP accreditation. This competence is demonstrated by thesuccessful performance of job functions that progress incre-mentally in both scope and responsibility.

Career advancement may typically be achieved through lateral/horizontal or vertical movement within the same or acrossmultiple enterprises:

- Vertical Movement: Candidate moves from one position orfunctional level to another within the same company oracross companies, usually accompanied by a change in posi-

tion title and with commensurate levels of progressivelygreater responsibility, accountability (typically includingbudgeting and staffing) and decision rights.

- Lateral/Horizontal Movement: Candidate moves within thesame functional level or the same position (no change in jobtitle or classification), but has the opportunity to assumefunctional responsibilities that have increasingly greaterstrategic orientation, accountability (possibly includingbudgeting and staffing) and active involvement and partici-pation in decision-making.

Assessment and VerificationThroughout the program, candidates must report details of their

practical experience on an annual basis, or more frequentlywhen there is a change in:

a) Job position (title change); and/orb) Employer organization; orc) Employment status.

Competencies Across Career Stages

The SCMP accreditation program is built on acompetency map that recognizes that theknowledge, skills and attributes of a supply chainmanagement professional must advance alongwith career stage. Our competency map identifiesthree specific roles for a supply chain managementprofessional as they progress through their career:

Early Career- A provider of business advice and information.

Mid Career A tactical leader and operational decision-maker.

Career Peak A leader and strategic decision-maker.

Candidates applying to write the SCMP Final Examinationwill be required to submit details using a designated form,along with supporting documentation, of having completedat least three years of progressive practical experience in thefield of practice of supply chain management. Examples of supporting documentation include:

Employment confirmation and/or employer reference let-ters stating positions held with corresponding scope of responsibilities;

Detailed position descriptions;

Current resume; and

Organizational chart to illustrate functional level andposition.

The Support of the EmployerThe support of the employer is critical to the ability of SCMPcandidates to meet the Practical Experience Requirement.Organizations demonstrate their commitment to continuousimprovement and staff development by providing candidateswith opportunities to advance their professional competence.

While practical experience usually begins at arelatively junior level, it should be incrementallyprogressive in both scope and responsibility.This period should be long enough andintensive enough to permit candidates todemonstrate that they have gained theknowledge, skills, values, ethics and atti-

tudes required for successfully performingtheir work and for ongoing growththroughout their careers.


16/20

16

SAM PLE POSITION TITLES AND C OM PETENC IES

To provide additional guidance on meeting the Practical Experience Requirement, the following are examplesof typical position titles within the field of supply chain management. Also included are sample functionaland managerial/professional competencies that would be demonstrated at each career stage.

SAMPLE EARLY CAREER COMPETENCIES

Competitive bidding preparation, contractadministration

Negotiations Process documentation/improvement Supplier selection and management Cost analysis (ABC, TCO) Value analysis Specification development and/or writing Cross-functional team participation

EARLY CAREER

Procurement Junior-Senior Buyer/Clerk Purchasing Assistant/Clerk/Analyst Procurement Specialist

Logistics Logistics Clerk/Assistant Warehouse Clerk/Assistant

Operations Production Administrator/Assistant/Clerk/Expeditor/Planner

Material/Inventory Control Administrator Material Handler

SAM PLE M ID C AR EER C OM PETENC IES

Contract management Complex negotiation Vendor certification and performance management Total cost of ownership/business case analysis and

budget control Supply chain mapping and improvement/innovation Project management Cross-functional team co-ordination/motivation Policy, regulatory, compliance

M ID C AR EER

Procurement Commodity Manager Purchasing Agent/Analyst/Coordinator/Officer/

Specialist/Supervisor/Team Lead Stores/Warehouse/Distribution Supervisor Senior Buyer/Agent/Analyst Global Sourcing Analyst/Specialist/Coordinator

Logistics Logistics Analyst/Administrator/Coordinator/Specialist/Supervisor Supervisor, Warehouse & Distribution/Team Lead Commodity ManagerOperations Production Analyst/Administrator/Coordinator/Specialist/Supervisor Material Requirement Planner Material Manager

Enterprise Management CEO President COO

SAMPLE CAREER PEAK COMPETENCIES

Business-supply chain strategic planning Department/business unit management Global/country operations Supply chain performance metrics Supply chain redesign Strategic/global sourcing Risk management Business continuity planning

C AR EER PEAK

Procurement General Manager, Materials Management/Procurement/

Purchasing/Sourcing Vice-President, Materials Management/

Supply Chain/Supply Management/Strategic Sourcing Chief Procurement/Supply/Supply Chain Officer

Logistics General Manager, Fleet/Distribution/Logistics/Traffic/Warehouse Vice-President, Logistics/Supply Chain Management Chief Executive, Logistics/Supply

Operations General Manager, Inventory/Operations Management/

Production Planning Vice-President, Operations


17/20

17

A D M I N I S T R AT I V E P O L I C I E S A N D P R O C E D U R E S

Exit/Re-entry Considerations

It is recognized that there may be a need for a candidate to exit and re-enter the program for employment,maternity/parental or compassionate reasons.

Candidates seeking an opportunity to exit and re-enter at a later date are required to provide theirInstitute with verifiable details and/or supporting documentation.

Inter-Institute Transfers

Candidates who relocate from one province to another will have their current status recognized.

Access to the Program by Non-Accreditation Candidates

Modules and Interactive Workshops within the program are offered on an open-enrolment basis to alimited number of non-accreditation candidates, including SCMPs, wishing to upgrade their knowledgeand skills. Contact your PMAC Provincial or Territorial Institute for details.

E X T E R N A L R E C O G N I T I O N

PMACs Strategic Supply Chain Management Leadership Program has been accredited bykey outside bodies as meeting demanding national and international standards. Third-partyaccreditation such as this allows students, practitioners and employers to identify thehighest quality programs.

The program is accredited by the International Federation of Purchasing and SupplyManagement as complying with its Certificate of Competence in Purchasing and Supply.PMACs program is the only one in Canada to be accredited by IFPSM.

The requirements of the program have been assessed as meeting the full standard of theCanadian Supply Chain Sector Council National Accreditation Program. PMACs programswere among the first group of programs to receive accreditation through the SectorCouncil.

Designation Reciprocity

The SCMP has become even more valuable! PMAC has signed designation reciprocityagreements with two leading global supply chain associations. Those who hold the SCMPdesignation are now eligible to receive the CPSM designation from the Institute forSupply Management in the U.S. and the MCIPS from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing& Supply in the U.K.


18/20

18

G E T T I N G S TA RT E D O N Y O U R S C M P

1. Application for Program AdmissionComplete the application for admission and submit italong with all supporting documentation to yourPMAC Provincial or Territorial Institute.

2. PMAC MembershipOnce accepted into the program, you will becomean Accreditation Candidate member and pay theprescribed dues. PMAC membership is compulsorywhile pursuing the designation.

3. Module and Interactive Workshop RegistrationRegister for the first Module and Interactive

Workshop.Contact your PMAC Institute today. Residents of Newfoundland & Labrador and the Northwest Territories only, please contact the PMAC National office. See a complete listing of Institutes on the next page.

M A I N TA I N I N G T H E S C M P

Once you have obtained the SCMP, you mustremain a PMAC member in good standing tocontinue to use the designation. This entailsmeeting the following conditions:

1. Uphold the PMAC Code of Ethics.2. Participate in continuous professional

development.3. Pay an annual membership fee to your Institute.

PMAC Code of Ethics

The mark of a profession is the existence of a setof professional standards. It is a condition ofmembership in the Purchasing ManagementAssociation of Canada and its affiliated Institutesthat members abide by the PMAC Code of Ethicsand Bylaws of the association.

The PMAC Code of Ethics consists of three parts.Part A sets out the Values that members operateunder and that govern the decisions and actionsof members. Part B outlines the Norms of EthicalBehaviour that members must follow in performingtheir professional duties. Part C identifies the Rulesof Conduct for members and guidance on applying

these rules.

See your Provincial or Territorial Institute web site or the National site at pmac.ca for the full PMAC Code of Ethics.

Continuous Professional DevelopmentContinuous professional development for SCMPsensures a high level of competency, currentknowledge and professionalism in the field of supply chain management.

In order for the SCMP-holder, the supply chainmanagement profession and employers to benefitfrom and maintain the credibility of the designation,a commitment to career-long learning is expected.

Maintenance of the designation entails accumulatingcredits through professional development activities,as prescribed by PMACs Institutes.


19/20


20/20

Purchasing Management Association of Canada

777 Bay Street, Suite 2701, P.O. Box 112

Toronto, ON M5G 2C8 CanadaT: 416 977-7111 1 888 799-0877

F: 416 977-8886

[email protected]

pmac.ca

01/11

TM

PMAC Handbook

Documents

Transcript of PMAC Handbook