Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management (SIPMM), is the nation’s professional body for the LPS sector – the sector which includes professionals in Logistics, Procurement and Supply Chain. Since its founding in 1972, SIPMM has trained over 100,000 professionals through its comprehensive suite of Qualifications and Programmes across the region which includes Multinational Firms, ICT Conglomerates, Governments, and the Armed Forces.
SIPMM is recognised for developing the Official Singapore Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) in 1998, and the Official China PMI in 2002. The Official Singapore PMI is the key barometer of the Singapore Manufacturing Economy, while the Official China PMI is widely regarded as a reliable indicator of the China Manufacturing Economy.
SIPMM co-founded the International Federation of Purchasing and Materials Management (now known as the International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management) in 1974 and has actively collaborated with industry chambers such as the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing, the Singapore Procurement Federation and the National Trades Union Congress.
SIPMM is a leading global professional body that champions sustainable logistics, procurement and supply chain practices. Our purpose is to empower our members to make a positive impact on society, the environment, and the economy by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to master the challenges of the future. We strive to be a member-centric organisation that fosters a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration, enabling our members to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact in their organisations and communities.
- Promote sustainable logistics, procurement and supply chain practices among our members and the broader community, with a view to fostering a culture of sustainability that supports the long-term wellbeing of society, the environment, and the economy.
- Advocate for policies that support the growth and development of the logistics, procurement and supply chain profession, with a view to making a positive impact on the profession and the wider business community.
- Provide our members with the resources, support, and networking opportunities they need to succeed in their careers, with a view to placing our members at the center of everything we do.
- Foster a sense of purpose among our members by promoting the advancement of the logistics, procurement and supply chain profession, with a view to contributing to the success of our members and the wider business community.
- Provide our members with access to cutting-edge research, training programmes, and professional development opportunities that enable them to master the skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving profession, with a view to promoting mastery of skills for the future.
SIPMM is a professional body committed to advancing the logistics, procurement and supply chain profession through its core values of sustainability-focused, impact-driven, purpose-led, member-centric, and mastery of skills for the future. With a focus on promoting sustainable practices, advocating for policies that support the profession’s growth and development, and providing its members with the resources and support they need to succeed, SIPMM is a trusted partner for logistics, procurement and supply chain professionals seeking to advance their careers and make a positive impact on their organisations and communities.
Sustainability-focused
SIPMM recognises the importance of sustainable practices and strives to promote sustainable logistics, procurement and supply chain practices among its members. SIPMM aims to foster a culture of sustainability that supports the long-term wellbeing of society, the environment, and the economy.
Impact-driven
SIPMM is driven by a desire to make a positive impact on the logistics, procurement and supply chain profession. This involves promoting best practices, providing education and training opportunities, and advocating for policies that support the profession’s growth and development.
Purpose-led
SIPMM operates with a vivid purpose – propelling the advancement of the logistics, procurement, and supply chain sectors, thereby directly enriching its members’ careers. This clear objective infuses every SIPMM action, strategy, and initiative, illuminating the path towards professional success.
Member-centric
SIPMM champions a member-first philosophy, making its members the heartbeat of its operations. The body is committed to delivering resources, fostering a supportive network, and offering invaluable opportunities that empower members to thrive and excel in their professional journey.
Mastery of Skills for the Future
SIPMM emphasizes lifelong learning, equipping members with future-ready skills through access to advanced research, comprehensive training, and professional development opportunities, fostering adaptability and success in a rapidly evolving professional landscape.
During the intensive studies at SIPMM, learners will develop professional skills, values and attitudes that are the desired attributes of SIPMM Graduates.
The competency of each SIPMM graduate is reflected in the abilities to demonstrate:
Sufficiently high level of competence skills relating to industry practices and best practice techniques, with substantial depth in the scope of the specialised skills acquired during training at SIPMM.
Ability to evaluate information through in-depth analysis relevant to forecast for planning or research purposes.
Interpersonal skills that are useful to solve organisational and work-related problems through analytical reasoning, critical thinking and effective collaborations.
Responsibility and accountability for effective job performance, as well as the achievement of group outcomes.
Another strategic collaboration of SIPMM with NTUC, the lead union body in Singapore with 900,000 members. At the signing ceremony was Prof. Poh (seated second from right) and Mr Heng Chee How, Senior Minister of State (seated from left)
SIPMM Digital Courses are fully operational for Online Learning and Certification.
SIPMM Institute initiated an online learning project, to make available SIPMM specialised courses both in and outside Singapore. The project was scheduled to launch in July 2016.
SIPMM Institute collaborated with Trade & Industry Association Singapore (TIAS) to provide business and professional development courses for the trade association, which has more than 2,000 members.
With the gazette of the Private Education Act (Chapter 247A) in December 2011, SIPMM Academy was established as a separate entity to conduct SIPMM courses relating to purchasing, warehousing, logistics and supply chain management.
SIPMM established a separate entity to conduct professional and specialized skills workshops that are conducted at hotels. The entity also conducts customised In-House Trainings that are delivered at the company’s premise.
SIPMM collaborated with World Certification Institute (WCI), a global body that is headquartered in Washington, to offer Competency Credential Awards.
SIPMM assisted the China government and its professional association, China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing (CFLP) to produce the official China PMI. The launch was a huge success for China.
SIPMM successfully conducted pilot trials to produce the Singapore Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for the manufacturing industry. The Singapore PMI was made available to the public on January 1999. Since then, the monthly index has become a key barometer of the Singapore economy and is closely watched by economists, analysts and media agencies worldwide.
SIPMM collaborated with Southern Cross University (Australia) to conduct the Bachelor of Business Administration degree with specialism in Purchasing and Logistics Management.
SIPMM collaborated with the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) School of Logistics to jointly conduct the Advanced Logistics Officers’ Course (ALOC).
SIPMM collaborated with the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) School of Logistics to jointly conduct the Unit Logistics Officers’ Course (ULOC).
SIPMM collaborated with RMIT University (Australia) to conduct the Master of Business (Logistics Management) degree.
SIPMM hosted the Asia-Pacific Regional Conference for a second time, and the event attracted huge turnout with active participation from the regional countries.
SIPMM top students receiving their academic awards from Mr. Henry Heng, former Administrator of SDF Secretariat, who later became the first Chief Executive of Council for Private Education (CPE).
SIPMM launched its own diploma with specialism in purchasing and materials management. The photo above shows a Business Law class conducted by the late Mr. S. Rajan, who was a district judge.
SIPMM planned a launch of it own diploma courses with specialism in purchasing and materials management, as well as in logistics and supply chain management. Prospective students attending the Pre-Launch Briefing at SIPMM lecture room.
SIPMM collaborated with University of North London (formerly known as Polytechnic of North London) to conduct higher diploma courses that were awarded by the university. The photo above shows the MOU signing ceremony at SIPMM office in 1987 (Left: Mr Philip Price, the university representative and Prof. Poh from SIPMM).
Photo of the graduating class of SIPMM Certificate in Purchasing Management. The success of its Certificate courses spurred SIPMM to explore diploma courses.
The founding members of SIPMM Academic Board (From left: Mr. George Regasamy from Singapore Airlines, Prof. Philip Poh and Prof. Lee Hsing Yi).
SIPMM hosted the first Asia-Pacific Regional Conference in Singapore, and initiated closer collaboration with institutes in the Asia-Pacific region.
SIPMM co-founded the world body, the International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM) and was elected to the Council.
SIPMM was founded as a professional institute for the development of those engaged in purchasing, warehousing, logistics and supply chain management.