Sustainable procurement is now a strategic imperative. Yet, drafting and negotiating sustainable procurement contracts remains a daunting task, given the lack of harmonized standards, supplier readiness challenges, and the complexity of embedding enforceable sustainability clauses. In fact, contracts that include ESG components take up to 40% longer to finalize, and over 60% of procurement leaders report misalignment with suppliers during negotiations.
This certified program is designed to equip procurement and legal professionals with the comprehensive knowledge and strategic capabilities required to draft and negotiate high-impact sustainable procurement contracts. Throughout the program, you will learn to draft enforceable sustainability clauses, integrate ESG KPIs into procurement agreements, and establish robust monitoring and reporting mechanisms to ensure compliance and accountability. Additionally, you will gain the practical tools needed to translate corporate sustainability commitments into enforceable contract terms, mitigate ESG-related risks, and drive measurable sustainability outcomes through the procurement process.
Furthermore, you will also develop practical skills in identifying and mitigating ESG-related risks, managing supplier performance, and aligning sustainability goals with cost, quality, and delivery priorities. Advanced negotiation strategies will be explored to secure supplier commitments, allocate risks effectively, and resolve disputes arising from ESG obligations. By the end of the program, you will be able to structure procurement agreements that achieve both regulatory compliance and measurable sustainability outcomes across your supply chain.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will earn a Certification in Sustainable Procurement Contracts Management. This certification will enhance your professional credentials, demonstrating your expertise in embedding sustainability into procurement contractual frameworks. Additionally, this certification holds lifelong validity, serving as a testament to your commitment to excellence in drafting sustainable procurement contracts.
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This program will entitle you:
Download Brochure Pricing & Registration- Experience 2 days of instructor-led live training designed to provide in-depth expertise in drafting and negotiating ESG-aligned procurement contracts, with a strong focus on ISO 20400 principles and practical clause development for measurable sustainability outcomes.
- Attain the industry-recognized Certification in Sustainable Procurement Contracts Management. This certification will elevate your professional credentials and demonstrate your capability to integrate enforceable ESG obligations into procurement agreements while managing supplier performance and mitigating legal risks.
- Gain up-to-date insights in embedding ESG clauses, managing supplier performance, and aligning sustainability goals with cost, quality, and delivery priorities through rigorous contract contract design and governance.
- For inquiries, chat with our Program Advisers at advisor@charteredcertifications.com or call us at
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Accreditations
This program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all professionals who have completed this program.
The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD Certification Service as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles. CPD is the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the Continuing Professional Development policies of professional institutes and academic bodies. The CPD Certification Service provides support, advice and recognized independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD principles.
What Can You Expect From This Live Program
According to a recent study by McKinsey, organizations that implement effective sustainable procurement practices achieve 15% higher profitability and 30% better risk management outcomes compared to industry peers. However, the complexity of drafting and negotiating these specialized contracts remains a significant challenge, with 76% of procurement professionals reporting they lack confidence in their ability to effectively integrate sustainability requirements into binding agreements.
This certified program is designed to provide you with comprehensive knowledge and essential skills for successfully drafting and negotiating sustainable procurement contracts. Throughout the program, you will explore core topics such as sustainability clause development, performance metrics standardization, regulatory compliance across jurisdictions, and effective stakeholder alignment strategies. This program ensures you gain not only theoretical insights but also practical tools to develop contracts that drive environmental and social impact while maintaining commercial viability.
Through detailed sessions, you will learn how to identify, draft, and structure key ESG clauses including environmental, social, and governance commitments while ensuring measurability, enforceability, and alignment with recognized standards. Real-world case studies will illustrate the consequences of weak ESG contract design and highlight best practices.
Furthermore, you will also develop advanced skills in negotiating ESG terms with suppliers, overcoming objections, and achieving internal alignment across procurement, legal, compliance, and sustainability teams. Additionally, you will delve into supply chain due diligence, flow-down obligations, ESG performance monitoring, and safeguards against greenwashing. By the end of the program, you will possess the knowledge, tools, and confidence to embed sustainability into procurement agreements that deliver measurable impact while safeguarding your organization from legal, financial, and reputational risks.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will attain the Certification in Sustainable Procurement Contracts Management. This certification will validate your ability to design, negotiate, and enforce ESG procurement agreements that deliver measurable sustainability outcomes while mitigating legal and reputational risks. This globally recognized certification will not only enhance your professional credibility, but it will also demonstrate your ability to drive sustainable outcomes.
Key Skills You Will Gain
- Sustainable Procurement Strategy
- Procurement Contract Drafting
- Contract Negotiation
- ISO 20400 Application
- ESG vs CSR Differentiation
- GPP & CS3D & CSRD & SFDR Knowledge
- ESG Risk Assessment
- Legal Liability Mitigation
- Cross-Border Contract Enforcement
- ESG Clause Drafting
- Binding vs Aspirational Clauses
- Measurable ESG Obligations
- ESG KPI Development
- Audit & Termination Clauses
- ESG Standards Integration
- Contract Failure Analysis
- ESG Negotiation Tactics
- Supplier Objection Handling
- Internal Stakeholder Alignment
- Collaborative Clause Drafting
- Supply Chain Due Diligence
- Flow-Down Clause Implementation
- Risk Allocation Strategies
- ESG Insurance Solutions
- Greenwashing Risk Management
- ESG Performance Monitoring
- Corrective Action Planning
- Dispute Resolution in ESG Contracts
- Multi-Tier Supplier Compliance
Your Faculty Director
Prof. Dr. Karsten Machholz is a leading authority in strategic procurement, sustainable supply chain management, and ESG-driven contract frameworks. Since 2012, he has served as Professor at the University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt, teaching procurement, supply chain, and sustainability. With over 25 years of senior leadership across the chemical, consulting, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries, including executive board roles, he brings unparalleled practical and academic insight.
A founding member of the Sustainable Procurement Pledge (SPP), Prof. Dr. Machholz drives ESG initiatives in both private and public sectors, including healthcare. He has collaborated with SAP on global research into digital procurement transformation and advises startups as a board member. As Chairman and Scientific Advisor for the BOUSSIAS Procurement 2024 Conference, he shapes international dialogue on procurement innovation.
Through his consultancy, CPO Consulting, he guides organizations in embedding sustainability into procurement contracts, aligning legal, commercial, and environmental objectives to achieve measurable, compliant outcomes.
Drafting and Negotiating Sustainable Procurement Contracts Program Agenda
How You Will Benefit
- Draft Enforceable Sustainability Clauses: Learn how to develop sustainability provisions in procurement contracts that are measurable, enforceable, and aligned with recognized ESG standards.
- Integrate ESG KPIs into Agreements: Acquire the skills to embed environmental, social, and governance performance indicators into procurement contracts to drive accountability.
- Translate Commitments into Contract Terms: Understand how to convert corporate sustainability pledges into binding legal obligations within supplier agreements.
- Mitigate ESG-Related Risks: Gain strategies to identify, assess, and reduce environmental, social, and governance risks throughout the supply chain.
- Establish Monitoring and Reporting Mechanisms: Learn how to design robust systems for tracking supplier ESG performance and ensuring compliance.
- Align Sustainability with Commercial Goals: Explore methods to balance sustainability objectives with cost, quality, and delivery requirements in procurement decisions.
- Apply Advanced Negotiation Strategies: Master techniques to secure supplier ESG commitments, allocate risks effectively, and resolve disputes related to sustainability obligations.
- Implement Supply Chain Due Diligence: Understand how to conduct thorough supplier assessments, enforce flow-down obligations, and safeguard against greenwashing.
- Standardize Performance Metrics: Learn to define and apply consistent ESG performance benchmarks across contracts and jurisdictions.
- Resolve ESG-Related Disputes: Develop capabilities to manage and settle disagreements arising from sustainability clauses while protecting organizational interests.
Certification in Sustainable Procurement Contracts Management
Upon successfully completing this program, you will earn the Certification in Sustainable Procurement Contracts Management, an industry-recognized credential with lifelong validity. This globally valued certification highlights your expertise in embedding enforceable ESG standards into procurement contracts, navigating complex sustainability regulations, and driving measurable sustainability outcomes. A powerful addition to your resume and professional profile, it underscores your commitment to excellence in sustainable procurement, and strategic supplier engagement. This program is developed by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications and the content of this program has been certified by CPD Certification Service as conforming to continuing professional principles.
Pricing & Registration
EU and UK
Dates: 10 - 11 Mar 2026
Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)
Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
10:00am - 5:30pm Central European Time (CET)
| Early Bird Packages | Regular Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| By 29 Dec 2025 | By 09 Feb 2026 | After 09 Feb 2026 | |
| EU Delegates | EUR 1,295 | EUR 1,495 | EUR 1,595 |
| UK Delegates | GBP 1,095 | GBP 1,295 | GBP 1,395 |
Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)
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- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
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Drafting and Negotiating Sustainable Procurement Contracts
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