Supplier Management
Certificate Course - Management of Product Development - MPD.5.3.I25
| Date | Oct 26 - 28, 2026 |
| Duration | 2,5 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 1,800€ |
Fundamentals
Provides a comprehensive overview of strategic sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), including prerequisites and core concepts.
Technology
Teaches SRM tools and methodologies for strategic and operational management, plus risk and performance considerations in global sourcing.
Applications
Applies SRM methods to practical cases, from supplier selection to relationship development and monitoring across international contexts.
What you'll explore
- Strategic sourcing process and SRM fundamentals
- SRM tools and methods for strategic and operational application
- Supplier risk and performance management in global sourcing (e.g., low‑cost countries)
- Prerequisites and regional specifics (e.g., SRM in China)
- Practical approaches for supplier selection, development, and collaboration
- Case‑based insights and current literature perspectives
Your key takeaways
Participants
- Understand key SRM tools and frameworks across strategy and operations.
- Can apply identified SRM methods in practical sourcing scenarios.
- Are capable of analyzing supplier risks, performance, and relationship dynamics.
- Gain actionable insights to plan and execute sourcing projects effectively.
- Build literacy in contemporary SRM literature and best practices.
Taught by recognized experts in Supplier Management
Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.
Dr. Ing. Lucas Bretz
Dr.-Ing. Lucas Bretz is General Manager of the Global Advanced Manufacturing Institute (GAMI), leading international research in advanced manufacturing. His expertise includes quality assurance in lightweight engineering, machine learning for quality control, finite element simulation (FEM), and Industry 4.0 maturity assessment. With a background in mechanical engineering from KIT and research experience in Germany and China, he combines data-driven methods and structural engineering to advance smart, digital, and high-performance manufacturing systems for global industry applications.
Who should attend
This course is ideal for:
- Procurement and SRM professionals managing suppliers and sourcing projects.
- Operations and supply chain managers optimizing performance and risk.
- Product development leaders aligning sourcing with technology and cost targets.
- Consultants and early‑career professionals in sourcing and supplier development.
Advance your career with KIT-level expertise
Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth
Flexibility
Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.
Relevance
Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.
Advancement
Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.
About HECTOR School
HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.
For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.