Managing ESG Risks in Supply Chains
Master ESG frameworks and embed them across your supply chain to stay compliant and competitive.
Evaluate supplier performance using industry-leading tools to enhance resilience, reduce risks, and ensure continuous improvement.
Integrate sustainability criteria into supplier management, including selection, evaluation, and ongoing collaboration.
Design and implement corrective action plans and leverage ESG data to transparently report impact and drive systemic change.
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Our participants work in leading companies across many industries
Traceability of social and enviromental risks is key for resilient and profitable supply chains.
70%
of companies currently do not carry out due diligence processes in environmental and human rights matters. WEF
63%
of industrial companies' sustainability programs are linked to the supply chain. Ecovadis
78%
of companies face difficulties in recruiting ESG-specialized professionals, indicating a significant skills gap in these areas. KPMG
Accelerate Your Impact with Practical Learning & Mentorship
Hands-on Methodology
Our approach combines ESG risk management expertise with the OECD's end-to-end due diligence process, an internationally recognized framework for managing risks throughout the supply chain.
Learn From Seasoned Practitioners
Weekly 1:30hr sessions led by experts in supply chains, ESG standards and corportae sustainability.
Mentoring Sessions
Fill the gaps in your knowledge with one-to-one mentoring sessions designed to provide personalized help.
Community & Networking
Access to the Alumni community and Skills4Impact experts + access to consultation and mentoring hours with specialists.
Develop the Following Skills
The Learning Hub
A best-in-class platform to support you
Easy to use web and mobile environments: Automatic integration with Google Calendar, Outlook, Slack, Zoom and other popular tools.
Interactive and rich curriculum for your day-to-day: Learn with a variety of formats like videos, quizzes, frameworks, surveys, presentations, templates, all organized in one place.
Easy sharing of experiences and knowledge:
Participate in discussion spaces, mentoring sessions and consultation hours.
AI tutor that personalizes your learning: Receive instant feedback and resolve your doubts thanks to our AI tutor.
Learn how to improve your supply chain's traceability, resilience, profitability, and reputation.
Module #1
Sustainability Fundamentals
Understand sustainability principles and ESG criteria, and how to integrate them throughout the supply chain, in alignment with key international frameworks (UNGP, OECD, ILO, SDGs) and current regulations.
Resources & Tools
- Case Study: The Walt Disney Company
- Sustainable Purchasing Barometer - EcoVadis
Module #2
Traceability for Risk Analysis
Learn how to map upstream supply chain traceability for analysis and categorization of ESG risks, determining their level of criticality and impact on operations in a holistic and comprehensive manner.
Resources & Tools
- Case study: Patagonia
- ESG Risk Matrix
- Technologies for traceability: Blockchain, AI, IoT
Module #3
Suppliers Selection and Approval
Master mechanisms for selecting, approving, and managing critical suppliers using sustainability criteria, strengthening a more resilient, ethical, and competitive supply chain.
Resources & Tools
- Kraljic's Matrix
- Responsible Suppliers Kit
Module #4
Evaluate for Continuous Improvement
Learn about leading management tools for evaluating key suppliers and understand what and how to request ESG performance information.
Resources & Tools
- Case study: Danone and agricultural supplier management
- EcoVadis IQ Plus, Vitals and Ratings
- SustainPass Amfori
Module #5
Corrective Action Plan & Reporting
Design corrective action plans to improve ESG performance throughout the supply chain, ensuring transparent reporting of impacts, regulatory compliance, and alignment with stakeholder expectations and due diligence principles.
Resources & Tools
- Sustainable Procurement Checklist.
- Step by Step Framework: Sustainable Supply Chain.
Module #6
Industry-Specific ESG Standards
Select and apply the most appropriate ESG standards for your sector, aligning them with Due Diligence regulations and integrating ESG criteria throughout the supply chain.
Resources & Tools
- Amfori, Sedex, CDP, Ecovadis, among others.
- Behind the ESG Ratings, by OECD
Every module includes access to practical resources & tools like Ecovadis' Sustainable Purchasing Barometer or Amfori's SustainPass. Download the brochure below for the complete list.
This program is for you if you identify with these challenges and opportunities
Patricia, a Supply Chain Manager at a large company, faces the challenge of integrating ESG criteria throughout the entire supply chain, from raw material procurement to distribution.
She is interested in end-to-end measurement tools and methodologies to assess ESG risks and impacts at each stage. She also seeks to design corrective action plans and establish clear metrics and incentives for her suppliers and team, all while complying with sustainability regulations.
Patricia
Supply Chain Manager
Claudia, Head of Compliance & Sustainability, seeks to bridge the gap between sustainability and purchasing departments by integrating ESG risk management. She aims to adopt international supplier evaluation standards, incorporating ESG criteria into purchasing decisions. She seeks to enhance organizational capabilities and strengthens relationships with key suppliers, promoting responsible practices throughout the supply chain.
Claudia
Sustainability & Compliance Director
David, Purchasing Director of a large company in pressured sectors such as textiles and pharmaceuticals faces the challenge of incorporating sustainable purchasing policies into the supplier selection and qualification process.
He needs to understand applicable regulations and acquire supplier assessment tools. He seek to establish effective control mechanisms tailored to his sector by fostering close cooperation with strategic suppliers and motivating your key suppliers to adopt sustainable standards.
David
Head of Procurement
Also for the following key roles:
Meet your educators & experts
Our expert contributors are recognised, leading specialists in their respective fields.
Experienced Educators
Cecilia Cosa
Sr. Advisor | ESG Strategy & Sustainable Supply Chains
Nil Ibáñez Suñol
Sustainable Supply Chain Expert | R4S Group
Farners Miró
Corporate Impact Strategies | R4S Group
Guest Speakers
Nick Allen
Supply Chain Traceability and Compliance | Patagonia
María Rubiños
Network Representative, Spain & Portugal | Amfori
Laura Guiu
Supply Chains and Human Rights Expert
Gabriela Tamarro
Account Executive | Ecovadis
Antoni Bandrés
Cycles & Procurements Director
| Danone
Mentors
Silvia Ros Urrutia
ESG Strategy, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement | Agrifood
Pau Vila
Circular practices in the manufacturing industry
Mattew Carpenter-Arevalo
Carbon Footprint and
Carbon Markets
Technology
Pedro Olazabal
Carbon Footprint Measurement and Climate Action
Energy
Share Your Achievement With The World
You'll receive an individual course certificate of completion compatible with Linkedin certificates that helps you communicate your newly acquired skills to a wide audience!
Get Brochure
Complete the form to receive more information about the program curriculum, our innovative learning experience, additional benefits, fees, and more. You will be redirected to the program brochure on submission.
Investing in professional growth and education has a guaranteed return
1,300 €
Early Bird Price: 1,105 €
- Course Dates: From May 29th until July 3rd.
- Enroll until Aprl 29th to get 15% early bird discount.
- Pay in 3 installments with Klarna. More info
- The application is totally free and you won't incurr in any commitment.
- Price doesn't include VAT.
Need to upskill an entire team?: We have special discounts and conditions for larger groups. Get in touch!
What's included?
More Questions?
What type of accreditation do your programs have?
We have partnered with EADA Business School (Top 25 World Wide) to develop and validate or education methodology and pedagogy.
Some of our programs offer an individual blockchain-based certification by EADA Business School which you will receive upon completion of the program so that you can use to validate your training and growth.
Are there financing options?
Companies can partially finance the program through Fundae.
Individuals can pay in 3 installments through Klarna for purchases bellow 1500eur. More info
We also provide scholarships (up to 50%) to individual participants with outstanding or profiles with special needs. In order to access a scholarship, we require applicants to advance a refundable deposit of €200 as a sign of commitment. More details will be communicated to you once you apply for a program. More info
Are the programs available for participants outside of Spain?
Yes, our programs are mainly online although some of our hybrid programs have an in person full day workshop you won't like to miss. Explore the key program info to know if this is the case.
Can anyone participate in this program?
Although the program is mostly focused for companies, the program is opened to anyone who wants to join. If you're interested, leave us submit your infor through the application forma and we'll be in touch.
How is this course different from traditional universities, microcredential and self-paced learning programs?
Issues with the alternatives
Traditional high-ed programs
- Tuition is expensive, therefore companies rarely support it.
- Approach is academic and not practical.
- Requires full-time dedication and are long, therefore not an option for many
Self-Learning
- Material is unstructured, therefore a less efficient to consume and learn.
- The most knowledgeable people aren't creating content.
Skills4Impact provides a challenge-oriented, transformative learning experience. Led by industry experts and set within a collaborative community environment, we ensure a deeply impactful educational journey for all participants.
Can you offer any flexibility on price for large number of participants?
Certainly. Just contact us at teamcomercial@skills4impact.org and we'll be happy to give yo u a tailored offer.
Is it possible to organize a cohort with a private workshop for my organization?
Yes, it is possible. We would need to make a better assessment of your specific needs and amount of students. Please, email us at teamcomercial@skills4impact.org
What are the general terms & conditions of the programs?
You can find them here
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