What is a Master’s in Responsible Procurement & Supply Chain Management?
The work-study Master’s in Responsible Procurement & Supply Chain is a specialization within the Grande École Program that trains professionals to manage supplier relationships and ensure efficient and responsible procurement. The program is designed for students interested in negotiation, data analysis, and the sustainable transformation of procurement.
Purchasing professionals play a strategic role in a company’s performance: they must ensure the quality of supplies at the lowest possible cost, optimize the performance of the purchasing department, and incorporate environmental and social considerations into their decisions. This specialization thus prepares students to support the transformation of purchasing and supply chain functions in a constantly evolving environment.
- 🌍 SCHEDULE: work-study program—1 week at school and 3 weeks at a company (tuition-free)
- 📍 CAMPUS: Paris
- 🌐 LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION: 50% English – 50% French
- 🎓 DEGREE: Master’s degree, recognized by the government
Objectives
The goal of this specialization is to train professionals who are able to:
- Implement an effective procurement strategy by balancing quality, costs, timelines, and risk management.
- Build lasting relationships with suppliers and negotiate partnerships that create value for the company.
- Incorporate CSR considerations into purchasing decisions to reduce environmental impact and promote more responsible sourcing.
- Support the transformation of the procurement and supply chain functions through data, digital tools, and a comprehensive view of workflows.
Key Skills
- Commercial Negotiation: Advanced Techniques for Optimizing Negotiations with Suppliers.
- Purchasing and Contract Law: Mastering the Legal Frameworks to Ensure Secure Transactions.
- Green Management: Integrating sustainable practices into procurement processes.
- Customs and Regulations: Management of customs formalities and international regulations.
- Innovation and Logistics Optimization (LO): Adoption of innovative solutions to improve logistics flows.
- Procurement & Purchasing Management: Strategies for Effectively Managing Procurement Processes.
- Supplier Management: Managing supplier relationships and performance.
- Transportation & Climate Change: The Impact of Transportation on the Environment and Eco-Friendly Solutions.
- Supply Chain Strategy: Defining and implementing comprehensive supply chain strategies.
- Quality Management: Quality control and optimization in logistics processes.
- Management Control: Financial Analysis to Improve Procurement and Supply Chain Performance.
- Procurement and Digital Tools: Using technology to automate and streamline procurement.
- Crisis and Change Management: Approaches to Anticipating and Managing Crises and Transformations.
Subjects Taught
- Learning Purchasing Techniques: Mastering procurement strategies to meet the company’s needs.
- Learning negotiation techniques: Knowing how to negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms.
- Developing Strategic Flow Management in a Digital Environment: Optimizing the Supply Chain Using Digital Tools.
- Managing Information Systems: Using and overseeing technology to improve procurement and logistics processes.
- Quality Control: Ensure that products and services meet established standards.
- Analyze risks and costs: Identify and anticipate risks while optimizing budgets.
- Addressing issues related to eco-logistics and sustainable development: Integrating responsible practices into logistics processes.
- Reducing the environmental impact: Implement solutions to minimize the ecological footprint of our operations.
- Organize the purchasing department to optimize performance: Structure and manage teams to improve efficiency.
- Buy the quality you want at the best price: Find the optimal balance between cost, quality, and performance.
What are the potential career opportunities after earning a Master’s degree in Responsible Procurement & Supply Chain Management?
ESCE’s Master’s in Responsible Procurement & Supply Chain trains students for key roles in procurement and supply chain management, such as Procurement Manager, Supply Chain Manager, or Logistics Consultant. Through a combination of theory and practice, our graduates develop skills in supply chain management, procurement strategy, and responsible business practices. They are prepared to join companies of all sizes, international organizations, or consulting firms in a sector that is essential to performance and sustainable innovation.
Industrial Buyer
Purchase goods and raw materials for industrial production.
- Consequently, this involves selecting suppliers, negotiating purchasing terms, managing contracts, and ensuring a stable supply chain to support industrial operations.
Sourcing Buyer
Identify, evaluate, and select potential suppliers to meet a company’s needs for goods and services.
- This includes sourcing suppliers, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating purchase terms and conditions
Purchasing Advisor
Provide strategic procurement advice and recommendations to corporate clients.
- This may include optimizing procurement processes, managing costs, identifying new sources of supply, and implementing best practices in procurement management
Digital Transformation Coordinator
Lead and coordinate digital transformation initiatives within the company.
- When it comes to procurement, this may involve adopting digital technologies to improve the efficiency of the procurement process, managing supplier data, and implementing digital solutions to optimize the supply chain.
Quality Coordinator
Oversee and coordinate quality assurance activities within the company.
- This includes implementing quality standards, managing quality controls, resolving issues related to the quality of products or services, and ensuring compliance with standards.
A recognized program focused on careers in procurement
ESCE’s Master’s in Responsible Procurement & Supply Chain leads to a Master’s degree and prepares students for careers in procurement, supplier management, and supply chain management.
The program develops skills that are in high demand across a variety of sectors, ranging from manufacturing and retail to logistics and responsible procurement.
Work-Study Programs at the Heart of Professional Development
The master’s program is a work-study program, with students spending one week in class and three weeks at a company. This allows students to gain professional experience throughout their studies and put their skills directly into practice.
ESCE supports each student in their job search through its Corporate Relations department, offering personalized guidance, work-study opportunities on Match’UP, coaching workshops, and job fairs. With 10,000 partner companies, students benefit from a strong network to find their host company and prepare for their transition into the workforce.
How do I apply to the “Grande École” program?
ESCE offers several admission options depending on the entry level for the Grande École Program. Here are the different options:
- First Year: Admission is through Parcoursup and the SESAME entrance exam, a joint exam administered by several leading business schools. After creating your application on Parcoursup, you must select ESCE among your choices and register for the SESAME entrance exam. This exam assesses your skills through written tests (online) and an oral exam (in person at one of our campuses). Admission is open to students who have completed high school, provided they have earned a high school diploma or an equivalent degree.
- 2nd year: Admission is based on an application and a motivational interview. Applicants must submit an application package including their transcripts and a resume, followed by a motivational interview designed to assess their interest in the program and their career plans.
- 3rd and 4th years: You have the option to enroll at ESCE in the 3rd or 4th year through an internal admissions exam. Admission takes place through specific sessions offered from November through September, featuring online written exams and an in-person oral exam at one of our campuses.
Forinternational students, there is a specific admission process; detailed information is available on our website.
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