ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement Lead Auditor

This ICTQual AB course is a 5-day lead auditor training programme covering ISO 20400 sustainable procurement principles, 8 mandatory study units, flexible delivery through Approved Training Centres, and mandatory assessment.

• ICTQual AB ISO 20400 Guidelines for Sustainable Procurement Lead Auditor Course

• 5-day professional lead auditor training programme

• 8 mandatory study units focused on sustainable procurement auditing

• Delivery available online, in-person, or blended through Approved Training Centres

• Mandatory assessment conducted through Approved Training Centres

• Assessment requires a minimum passing score of 75%

The ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement Lead Auditor course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to audit sustainable procurement practices according to ISO 20400 guidelines. The course focuses on how organizations integrate environmental, social, and economic considerations across the procurement lifecycle.

• Covers sustainable procurement principles and ISO 20400 guidance

• Builds practical competence in auditing procurement systems

• Supports responsible environmental, social, and economic procurement decisions

• Develops skills for audit planning, conducting audits, and reporting findings

• Strengthens supplier evaluation and stakeholder engagement capabilities

• Supports career opportunities in sustainability, procurement, supply chain, and auditing roles

Learners will develop the knowledge and practical auditing skills required to assess sustainable procurement practices, apply ISO 20400 guidance, evaluate suppliers, report audit results, and support continual improvement.

• Understand the concept of sustainable procurement and its significance in modern business practices

• Explain the structure, scope, principles, and core elements of ISO 20400

• Develop sustainable procurement policies and strategies aligned with organizational objectives

• Engage stakeholders and communicate transparently and ethically in sustainable procurement initiatives

• Select, evaluate, manage, monitor, and measure suppliers against sustainability criteria

• Plan and conduct sustainable procurement audits, report findings, address non-conformities, and support continual improvement

This course is suitable for professionals involved in procurement, supply chain, sustainability, auditing, consulting, or procurement-related decision-making who want to promote sustainable procurement within organizations or industries.

• Procurement professionals

• Supply chain managers

• Sustainability officers

• Auditors

• Consultants

• Individuals involved in procurement activities seeking to promote sustainability

Typical entry requirements include relevant academic background, professional experience, language proficiency, and access to learning resources, although requirements may vary depending on the Approved Training Centre.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field and three to five years of professional experience in procurement, supply chain management, sustainability, auditing, or a related field

• Familiarity with ISO standards is advantageous, with sufficient language proficiency and access to required learning resources such as a computer and internet connection

Assessment is mandatory and conducted through Approved Training Centres using quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions designed to evaluate course understanding and practical application.

• Mandatory assessment through an Approved Training Centre

• Quiz-based assessment consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions

• Evaluation of comprehension of course material and ability to apply concepts in practical situations

• Minimum passing score of 75% required

Successful completion can support progression into professional certification pathways, advanced sustainable procurement training, emerging technology-enabled auditing, and broader sustainability and ESG-focused roles.

• Progression into professional certification programmes in procurement, supply chain management, and sustainability

• Advanced courses or specialized modules in sustainable procurement, circular economy, ethical sourcing, and climate-resilient supply chains

• Application of emerging technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and data analytics in sustainable procurement auditing

• Career development across sustainable procurement, ESG integration, supply chain resilience, auditing, and consultancy roles