Supply chain risk management
Nowadays, it's almost impossible to open a newspaper without encountering an article on 'sustainability'. Whether it's in the context of the financial services industry, the broader economy, or society as a whole, sustainability has become a critical issue. In recent years, it has gained significant traction and is now recognised as a necessity rather than just a trend.
Over the past decade, the focus on environmental issues has grown exponentially, resulting in various global commitments and initiatives aimed at transforming current institutional, economic, and financial models.
This training focuses on supply chain risk management, providing participants with the insights and strategies necessary to effectively mitigate risks throughout their supply chain networks. With increasing complexity and interdependency in global supply chains, managing risks, from environmental disruptions to geopolitical challenges, has become a priority for ensuring business continuity and resilience.
To complement your learning journey, please check our Sustainability curriculum.
Duration: 3h
Language: Available in English or French. The supporting material is available exclusively in English.
Number of participants: up to 15
Available as intra-company course (i.e. dedicated session on demand)
Course content can be customised on demand under specific conditions.
Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will:
- understand the fundamentals of supply chain risk management and its critical importance in maintaining business continuity;
- identify common risks, vulnerabilities, and disruptions that may impact supply chains, including external and internal factors;
- learn effective strategies and best practices for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation;
- gain practical tools for improving supply chain resilience and building a comprehensive risk management framework;
- develop the ability to implement proactive risk assessment procedures and scenario planning.
Content
Introduction to supply chain risk management
- Definition and importance of risk management in supply chains
- Key elements of a resilient supply chain
Types of supply chain risks
- External risks: natural disasters, geopolitical instability, regulatory changes
- Internal risks: supplier issues, logistics failures, quality problems
Risk identification and assessment
- Tools for mapping and analysing supply chain vulnerabilities.
- Risk assessment methodologies and prioritisation techniques.
Risk mitigation strategies
- Proactive approaches: diversification, contingency planning, and dual sourcing
- Technological solutions: using digital tools for visibility and tracking risks
- Collaboration with suppliers to build a robust risk response
Building supply chain resilience
- Best practices for improving flexibility and responsiveness in supply chains
- Case studies of successful risk management and resilience initiatives
Monitoring, reporting, and risk response
- Framework for continuous monitoring of supply chain risks
- Effective crisis response and communication plans
Target audience
Supply chain managers, procurement specialists, operations professionals, risk management officers, and business leaders responsible for supply chain continuity.
Our lead experts
This training is coordinated by Michael Horvath and Julien Jacqué, Partners at PwC Luxembourg.
Michael Horvath is a partner at PwC with extensive expertise in sustainable finance and the asset management industry, including both financial and real assets. Since joining PwC Switzerland in 2011 and PwC Luxembourg in 2018, he has led significant projects in regulatory audit and advisory, focusing on the asset management sector. Michael has played a key role in implementing the EU regulatory framework for sustainable finance, including SFDR, taxonomy regulation, and CSRD, as well as other regulatory initiatives such as DORA, AML/CFT, CSSF circular 18/698, and MICA. He is a certified public accountant in Switzerland and Liechtenstein and has contributed to designing compliance frameworks and operational implementations driven by regulatory changes. His notable client projects include defining target operating models for Luxembourg AIFMs, digital operational resilience planning, AML/CFT framework implementation, and ESG/sustainability process design, supported by his involvement in training and regulatory advisory.
Julien Jacqué is a partner in PwC Luxembourg’s technology consulting department, co-leading the ESG Non-financial sector service offering and ESG Data & Technology services across sectors. With over 12 years of experience, he supports operational and financial clients in launching Sustainability and ESG transformation programs, guiding them from ESG strategy definition to business model transformation and regulatory reporting. Specialising in transport, logistics, manufacturing, and financial services, Julien leads large-scale transformation projects and international teams, including ESG reporting upgrades for telecom clients. His expertise includes ESG strategy, Net Zero, business intelligence platforms, and end-to-end project leadership for major clients in Europe and beyond.
