Sustainable Horizons: A Journey with the CIPS Award

Abstract

Kelsey eagerly embraces the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Award, tailored for students in purchasing and supply chain management. Focused on "Sustainable Supply Chain," the award mandates resume submissions, showcases of essay writing proficiency, and participation in a panel interview exploring sustainable procurement. Leveraging experiences from the URIS project and internships, Kelsey seeks to establish connections with industry experts. Despite competition hurdles against master's degree peers, She credits success to clear and concise communication skills, honed through training. Recognition is given to Dr. Achim Czerny, the URIS project supervisor, for imparting sustainable logistics knowledge. The award, emphasizing practical industry insights, underscores the importance of win-win sustainability approaches.