Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Purchasing and Procurement Managers
• Supply Chain and Logistics Managers
• Materials and Inventory Managers
• Warehouse and Distribution Supervisors
• Operations and Plant Managers
• Engineers and Project Managers involved in supply chain activities
• Professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of integrated supply chain functions

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals and interrelationships of purchasing, logistics, materials, and supply chain management.
• Apply integrated strategies to streamline operations and improve supply chain performance.
• Implement best practices in supplier selection, evaluation, and contract management.
• Enhance forecasting, inventory control, and materials planning systems.
• Develop effective logistics and distribution networks.
• Utilize key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Embrace digital technologies and sustainability trends in supply chain operations.

DAY 1

Introduction to Integrated Supply Chain Management

• Pre-test
• Overview of Supply Chain Concepts and Definitions
• Supply Chain vs. Logistics vs. Procurement
• Key Drivers of Supply Chain Performance
• Supply Chain Strategy and Alignment with Corporate Goals
• Trends and Challenges in Global Supply Chains
• Case Study

DAY 2

Strategic Purchasing and Supplier Management

• Role of Purchasing in the Supply Chain
• Supplier Selection, Evaluation, and Development
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Strategic Sourcing
• Negotiation and Contract Management
• Risk Management in Procurement
• Group Activity

DAY 3

Materials Management and Inventory Control

• Materials Planning and Demand Forecasting
• Just-In-Time (JIT), MRP, and Lean Inventory Techniques
• ABC Analysis and Inventory Optimization
• Safety Stock and Reorder Point Calculations
• Warehouse Design and Inventory Accuracy
• Case Study

DAY 4

Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution Management

• Functions of Logistics in the Supply Chain
• Transportation Modes, Costs, and Decision Criteria
• Distribution Network Design and Optimization
• Third-Party Logistics (3PL) and Outsourcing
• Incoterms, Freight Negotiation, and Documentation
• Case Study

DAY 5

Performance Measurement, Technology, and Sustainability

• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Supply Chain
• Supply Chain Integration and Collaboration Tools
• ERP and Digital Supply Chain Technologies (IoT, AI, Blockchain)
• Sustainability and Green Supply Chain Initiatives
• Supply Chain Risk and Resilience Planning
• Post-test