--- To enhance the value and performance of procurement and SCM practitioners and their organizations worldwide ---

Requirements for Membership

Any person interested in the supply management field shall be eligible to be a Direct Member or Regular Member of an Affiliated Association provided that such person does not solicit business on behalf of such person or his or her employer during meetings of any ISM activity, including without limitation, meetings of Affiliated Associations (including chapters) ISM Committees and ISM groups and forums (as defined in Policy).

In principle and in practice, the Institute values and seeks a diverse membership, volunteer leadership, and staff. There are no barriers to full participation in the Institute on the basis of ethnic background, gender, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

The Institute values the efforts, knowledge and commitment of all volunteers and staff, and structures the volunteer system to maintain continuity by encouraging participation in integrated activities to enhance value-added activities and optimize productivity.

Categories of Membership

Option 1:  Regular membership includes ISM membership and membership in an Affiliated Associations. You receive the full value of membership.

Option 2:  Direct Membership includes membership with ISM only. Membership with an affiliate, local networking opportunities, and other affiliate benefits are not included.

Option 3:  The Regular Membership Volume Discount Program provides dues discounts to companies with 50 or more individuals as members. Organizations must enroll as a Volume Discount participant initially. For more information on the Volume Discount Program, please email customer service, call 800/888-6276, extension 3001, or write to:

ISM - Volume Discount Program
Customer Service Department
P.O. Box 22160
Tempe, AZ 85285-2160

Option 4:  The ISM Corporate Program features a wealth of benefits to help your supply management team and company maximize their effectiveness and succeed on a global scale. The program provides unique leadership and skills enhancement opportunities, creating an environment in which your supply chain professionals can be more effective. It includes support for your supply professionals, insights into the business environment and Direct Membership in ISM for your entire supply management staff, including wholly owned subsidiaries globally, for one annual fee. For additional information on the ISM Corporate Program, email Candace Craig or call 800/888-6276 or +1 480/752-6276, extension 3089.

For more information on membership, please email ISM Customer Service, call 800/888-6276, option 8, or write to:

ISM
Customer Service Department
P.O. Box 22160
Tempe, AZ 85285-2160


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Comments:
Chakrapani Gopal, April 18, 2013


Yes, I am a PhD Scholar. I seek for information and I don't find any benefits as a researcher. This site is too too commercial and more corporate selling oriented.
Asaad Abahussain, March 22, 2013


there is nothing about student membership :(
Paula Massey, August 13, 2012


nothing is listed regarding student membership