the profession
Standards Body
The national voice of Uganda's supply chain profession
The Operations & Supply Chain Management Professionals Society (OSCMPS) is Uganda's umbrella body for professionals in procurement, logistics, operations and supply chain management. From the warehouse floor to the boardroom, we exist to raise standards, build capability and connect the people who keep goods, services and the economy moving.
One society, three ways to grow
Join the community, learn through certified programmes, and think with the profession's knowledge hub.
Professional Community
Find your grade, your mentor and your network — students, practitioners and corporate teams inside Uganda's supply chain society.
Become a MemberProfessional Development
Programmes and certifications from OSCMPS, our certification bodies and training partners — from foundation certificates to executive leadership.
Browse ProgrammesProfessional Knowledge
Ideas, analysis and practical perspectives shaping operations, supply chains, logistics and transport in Africa.
Read InsightsEight domains, one profession
From sourcing to sustainability, our work spans every discipline that makes a modern supply chain perform.
Supply Chain Management and Strategy
End-to-end supply chain design, planning and strategy — the integrative discipline at the heart of the profession.
View programmesOperations Management
Building world-class planning, production and service operations capability in manufacturing, agribusiness and services.
View programmesProcurement and Sourcing
Championing ethical, value-driven procurement practice across public and private sectors, from sourcing strategy to supplier governance.
View programmesTransport, Logistics and Distribution Management
Advancing transport, warehousing and last-mile excellence that keeps goods moving efficiently across Uganda and the region.
View programmesTrade, Freight Forwarding and Customs Clearance
Connecting Ugandan professionals to AfCFTA, EAC and COMESA opportunities through trade facilitation, forwarding and customs expertise.
View programmesInventory, Warehousing and Production Management
Mastering inventory accuracy, warehouse productivity and production planning — the disciplines that separate good operations from great ones.
View programmesDigital Supply Chain and Big Data Analytics
Equipping professionals with data, digital and technology skills for the modern, resilient and transparent supply chain.
View programmesSustainable and Resilient Supply Chains
Promoting green logistics, circular economy thinking and responsible sourcing for a sustainable national economy.
View programmesFour pillars that hold up the profession
Everything we do as a society flows from four commitments — to standards, knowledge, community and advocacy.
Professional Standards
We set and uphold the benchmark for ethical, competent supply chain practice in Uganda — through codes of conduct, standards and certification.
Knowledge & CPD
We equip members with continuous professional development, research, and practical toolkits that keep them ahead of the curve.
Community & Networks
We connect a vibrant community of practitioners, academics, students and employers across every sector of the economy.
Advocacy & Influence
We give the profession a voice in national policy — on trade, infrastructure, procurement law and skills development.
Certified pathways that employers trust
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP-Ug)
Our flagship national certification covering end-to-end supply chain mastery — plan, source, make, deliver and return.
CPD Masterclass Series
Monthly accredited masterclasses led by industry veterans on procurement law, logistics tech, negotiations and more.
Executive Mentorship Programme
Structured six-month pairings between rising professionals and senior supply chain executives from leading organisations.
Upcoming events & gatherings
Your career deserves a professional home
Students, practitioners and organisations — there is a place for you in the society. Unlock CPD, certification, networks and career opportunities.
Ideas shaping the industry
“When supply chains work, Uganda works. OSCMPS exists to make sure the people behind those chains are the best prepared professionals on the continent.”
Working alongside Uganda's leading institutions