Supply Network Design in Supply Chain (L6M9)
Supply Network Design in Supply Chain (L6M9) by CIPS equips senior procurement and supply leaders with strategic expertise to optimize complex supply networks and drive operational efficiency. Designed for professionals advancing toward MCIPS status, this course addresses the critical industry challenge of aligning network design with business strategy, where 78% of global supply chain leaders cite network optimization as a top strategic priority.
This course prepares learners for the CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma, a key step toward MCIPS designation. Koenig’s official vendor-authorized training ensures mastery with 30-day lab access, enabling professionals to lead strategic supply chain transformations and achieve measurable business impact.
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Course Overview
The Supply Network Design in Supply Chain (L6M9) course by CIPS – Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply is designed for procurement and supply leaders aiming to master the strategic configuration and evaluation of complex supply networks. This module prepares learners for the L6M9 certification exam, a key elective within the CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply. It is ideal for professionals in roles such as Strategic Procurement Manager, Supply Chain Director, and Operations Manager, who are responsible for aligning network design with overarching business strategy. With 58% of UK employers reporting difficulties in hiring skilled procurement talent, expertise validated by CIPS qualifications like L6M9 is in high demand across sectors.
This course covers critical tools and frameworks including ERP-integrated supply networks, Material Requirements Planning (MRP and MRP II), Theory of Constraints (TOC) with drum-buffer-rope methodology, and push-pull inventory systems. Learners engage in scenario-based exercises using real-world models to evaluate trade-offs between cost, service, risk, and resilience in global operations. A key hands-on component involves designing and justifying a reconfigured supply network under dynamic market pressures, applying capacity planning, facility location strategies, and flow optimization techniques. Students assess performance through metrics such as throughput efficiency, lead time reduction, and responsiveness to demand volatility, all grounded in current CIPS syllabus standards.
Successful completion of the Supply Network Design in Supply Chain (L6M9) module contributes directly to earning the CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma, a globally recognized credential that enhances career progression into senior leadership. Professionals with MCIPS designation earn an average of £68,596 in the UK—£23,334 more than non-certified peers—highlighting the tangible salary benefits. Koenig Solutions supports candidates with Guaranteed-to-Run training, official CIPS courseware, and expert-led instruction tailored to the L6M9 exam’s objective-response format. Graduates are equipped to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize global logistics networks, and drive operational excellence, positioning them for advancement into board-level advisory and executive supply chain roles.
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- ["Hold a CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply or possess equivalent knowledge of advanced procurement principles, essential for mastering Supply Network Design in Supply Chain (L6M9) by CIPS.", "Have a solid working understanding of supply chain versus supply network terminology and their structural differences, critical for effective course participation.", "Possess experience analyzing capacity strategies such as capacity leading and lagging, break-even analysis, and inventory smoothing, which are vital skills covered in the supply chain design training.", "Understand operations strategy frameworks, including the 4-stage model and key performance objectives like quality, speed, dependability, flexibility, and cost, to optimize supply networks.", "Be familiar with resource planning and control systems such as MRP, MRP II, and web-integrated ERP, which support supply network planning and management.", "Have the ability to evaluate strategic sourcing decisions, including make-or-buy, insource-or-outsource, and vertical integration, to enhance supply chain resilience and efficiency."
Certification Exam
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What's Included in Your Training
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Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of Supply Network Design in Supply Chain (L6M9) certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Supply Network Design in Supply Chain (L6M9) certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Supply Chain Network Designer
- Senior Supply Chain Manager
- Director of Supply Chain
- Procurement Strategy Lead
- Supply Network Optimization Analyst
- Head of Procurement
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