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Scope 3 Training For Sourcing and Procurement Teams

Equip Procurement Teams to Reduce Scope 3 Emissions

Build supplier engagement programs, improve emissions data quality, and accelerate Scope 3 reductions through practical, customized training.

For many companies, Scope 3 emissions account for up to 90% of total GHG emissions, making them a critical focus area for sustainability efforts. Because procurement and sourcing teams directly influence supplier performance and purchasing decisions, they play a key role in driving reductions. Sustainable Solutions Training Center's Conquering Carbon: Scope 3 Training provides the practical knowledge and tools needed to understand emissions, engage suppliers, and support sustainability goals.

Sourcing and procurement teams are typically responsible for interactions with suppliers as well as energy purchased for the company. It’s critical that they are heavily involved because they have the most knowledge of the purchasing practices and direct relationships with the suppliers.

Benefits of Scope 3 Training for Procurement Teams

After completing our Scope 3 Training, Sourcing and Procurement Teams will be able to:
  • Confidently speak about Scope 3 emissions and your company's activities for suppliers
  • Implement a supplier engagement strategy
  • Reduce costs through better resource utilization
  • Strengthen supplier relationships to drive transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement

Customized Data-Driven Training

Our Procurement Team Training is fully tailored to each client and may include the following:
  • Industry Comparison
  • Company Sustainability Goals
  • Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Sustainability Requirements in Contracts
  • Top 10 Suppliers by Spend
  • Emissions Factors for Supplier-Specific Data Methods
  • Purchased Goods and Services Data
  • Detailed Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions Data

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High-Level Format and Agenda

(3) 1-Hour Live Webinars or One Half-Day In-Person Training Including:
  • Introduction to Sustainability and Sustainable Supply Chain Management
  • Market Drivers for Sustainable Supply Chains
  • Sustainability at Your Company
  • Procurement's Role in Scope 3 Reduction
  • Engaging Supplier to Meet Your Scope 3 Goals

Custom Deliverables

  • Tailored training content aligned with supplier data and engagement activities
  • Workbook for supplier engagement strategy
  • Training slides in PDF Format
  • Access to training recordings for reference and onboarding

Who Should Attend

We train teams, not just one “sustainability champion.”

Many programs rely on a single person to drive change across an entire site. SSC takes a different approach: we train cross-functional teams so knowledge spreads faster and adoption is stronger. While anyone from your organization can participate, typical attendees include:
  • Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
  • Sustainability & ESG Leaders
  • Environmental Engineers
  • Compliance Directors
  • Plant Managers
  • Production Managers, Sourcing, Procurement, & Planning Manager

Practical Training: What Sets Us Apart

  • Built for Complete Supply Chains & Industry Networks
    Designed to scale across global suppliers, multiple business units, and association members through one centralized approach.
  • Practical Scope 3 & Supplier Engagement Guidance
    No theory. We provide clear, actionable tools and guidance teams can immediately apply across suppliers and procurement processes. 
  • Customized to Your Strategy & Priorities
    Each training session is customized to your company, industry, supply chain, and sustainability goals.
  • Standardized Approach Built for Scaling
    Standardized data, supplier engagement, and best practices across teams, regions, and tiers to reduce costs, minimize risk, and drive more informed, scalable decisions. 
  • Real Engineers. 25+ Years of Experience
    Led by sustainability engineers and operations experts with decades of hands-on experience in manufacturing and supply chains. 

Case Study and What Participants are Saying

Scope 3 Training Academy Helped a Telecommunications Company Establish a Comprehensive Supplier Engagement Program for Scope 3 Reductions
SSC’s Scope 3 Training Academy equipped a telecommunications company’s procurement teams with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to integrate sustainability into purchasing decisions, strengthening supplier engagement and accelerating Scope 3 reductions.
“I didn't immediately see how my role directly connected to sustainability. Now after the training, I understand how important my role is for meeting our sustainability goals and engaging our suppliers. It is important for procurement professionals to stay on top of what it means to our company and the industries in which we operate." 
Participant- Scope 3 Training for Procurement teams

Solutions That Deliver Results 

  • Build Supply Chain Sustainability Capacity at Scale
    Equip procurement teams with expert-led training and tools to manage Scope 2 and supplier engagement at scale.
  • Improve Supplier Data, Visibility & Decisions-Making
    Strengthen data quality and transparency across complex supply chains to enable more accurate reporting and better business decisions. 
  • Accelerate Scope 3 & Supplier Engagement Progress
    Move faster on emissions reduction, supplier collaboration, and sustainability commitments with practical, implementation-ready guidance and tools. 
  • Drive Consistency Across Global Teams and Supply Chains
    Standardized processes, metrics, and best practices across teams, sites, and suppliers.
  • Reduce Cost, Risk & Internal Effort
    Minimize inefficiencies, avoid compliance risks, and reduce time spent chasing supplier data or unclear requirements. 
  • Expert-Led, Practical & Actionable- Not Theory
    Delivered by sustainability experts with real-world manufacturing and supply chain experience. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the format and length of the training?
The training consists of (3) 1-hour webinar-based training sessions or one half-day in-person training.
Are the sessions live?
Yes. A dedicated sustainability expert at SSC who specializes in decarbonization will be assigned to deliver the training live.

If you choose (3) 1-hour webinars, the sessions will be recorded and delivered to you for future reference.

If you choose the half-day in-person training, a member of our team will travel to deliver the training on-site.
Are the sessions interactive?
Yes. The training is formatted to encourage engagement and participation. Each session is a hands-on learning experience that includes interactive exercises educational materials to assist sourcing and procurement team members with understanding Scope 3 emissions and supplier requirements. The audience will be able to ask questions during the live sessions for the instructor to answer.

Ready to Accelerate Your Scope 3 Strategy?

Equip your procurement and sourcing teams with the knowledge, tools, and supplier engagement strategies needed to reduce emissions, improve supplier transparency, and support your sustainability goals.
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