Training

Training

Our profession is advancing rapidly and changing almost daily, posing new challenges to the supply management professional. As our industry evolves, so does professional training. We are the only supply management association that provides training in all areas of our supply management profession.

Please visit our Education Calendar for upcoming events! 


We are in the process of updating our training portfolio. Below outlines the classes available on-site or via Zoom:

  •      "Defending Against Supplier Price Increases"  (2 hours)
  •      "Best Practices in Collaborative Cost Reduction with Suppliers"  (2 hours)
  •      "Effective Negotiations" - Several options
  •      "Principles of Legal Contracting" (4 hours)
  •      "Writing a Best Practice Statement of Work" (4 hours)

If you are interested in any of these classes or have other training needs, contact Randy Christoffersen, Executive Director, or 612.801.8796.

 

Don't forget our monthly Professional Development Meetings!

Upcoming Events

September

09

2025

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Navigating Global Supply Chain Resilience through Digital Transformation

Join us for an insightful webinar exploring how digital transformation is revolutionizing global supply chains. Discover how cutting-edge technologies—AI, IoT, and advanced analytics—are enhancing agility and resilience by enabling proactive risk management and operational optimization.

We’ll dive into how real-time data sharing improves visibility and accelerates decision-making, while automation and predictive tools drive efficiency and reduce downtime. Learn how these innovations are shaping the future of supply chains, making them more flexible, sustainable, and resilient in the face of disruption.

Online

September

17

2025

Chapter Meeting

ISM-Twin Cities Finding & Retaining Supply Chain Talent

Join human resource thought leaders for an engaging and insightful panel discussion designed to educate, inspire, and connect. This session will explore timely challenges and opportunities in Talent Management. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge, discover best practices, and have the opportunity to participate in interactive Q&A.
Sponsor: 700 ISM—Twin Cities, Inc.
Boston Scientific - Maple Grove Campus -
Lisa Barthel, Tom Colosimo, Courtney DiFulvio

October

13-14

2025

Chapter Conference

ISM-Twin Cities Fall Conference

Event Highlights

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

·          Sourcing Leadership in a Turbulent World - ISM CEO, Tom Derry

·          Negotiating for the Future: How AI and Data are Influencing Deals - Danielle Hanson, St. Thomas

·          Managing Tariffs in Uncertain Times - Jason Craig, CH Robinson

·          Sustainability - Build a Better Future for You! - Rosa Laxmana, Granges

OTHER TOPIC AREAS WE WILL COVER

·          Commodity Price Outlook for 2026

·          Indirect Sourcing Transformation at Sun Chemical

·          Savvy IT Sourcing - It is not for the Faint of Heart!

·          Using Supplier Quality as a Competitive Advantage

·          Supplier Relationship Management

·          Aligning Sourcing with Business Goals

·          Change Management and Much More!

Who Should Attend?

Do not miss the upper Midwest Sourcing conference of the year! This conference will be of benefit for all supply management personnel of all levels, from entry-level to senior supply management.

This seminar will provide you with fully vetted ideas, tools, and approaches to more effectively manage your supply base and drive value, innovation, and impact!

Previous Attendees Say

·      Two great days of learning and networking!

·      Great variety of topics, well-prepared speakers giving helpful insights

·      Great presentations. Highly relevant to my area of work

·      Great presenters and great content!

Date
October 13-14
7:30am-4:00pm each day

Location
Crowne Plaza Minneapolis West
3131 Campus Dr
Minneapolis, MN  55441

Additional Details

Your registration fee includes all presentation materials, breakfast, lunch, and break refreshments both days. You will leave with practical ideas that you can put to work on your job immediately!

Call Randy Christoffersen at 612.801.8796 or ExecDirector@ism-twincities.org with any questions or for information.

For a group invoice and pricing, please contact Member Services at 480.752.6276 opt 8.

Sponsor: 700 ISM—Twin Cities, Inc.
Crowne Plaza Minneapolis West
Jason Craig, Thomas Derry, Danielle M Hansen, Rosa Laxmana