Course Details

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

• Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals
• Procurement and Purchasing Managers
• Operations and Production Managers
• Inventory, Distribution, and Warehouse Supervisors
• Planners, Analysts, and Business Development Executives
• Anyone involved in logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations

• 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 concepts, structure, and functions of logistics and supply chains
• Design and manage efficient logistics networks and distribution systems
• Apply demand forecasting and inventory management techniques
• Implement procurement and sourcing strategies for improved efficiency
• Evaluate performance using key logistics and supply chain KPIs
• Integrate technology, sustainability, and Lean principles for competitive advantage

DAY 1

Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Concepts

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-Test
• Overview of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• The Evolution and Strategic Role of SCM in Business
• Supply Chain Components: Procurement, Production, Distribution, and Logistics
• Key Players and Flows in a Supply Chain
• Supply Chain Models and Network Structures
• Global Supply Chain Trends and Challenges

DAY 2

Procurement and Supplier Relationship Management

• The Role of Procurement in the Supply Chain
• Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Selection
• Negotiation Techniques and Supplier Collaboration
• Vendor Evaluation and Performance Management
• Contract Management and Procurement Ethics
• Make-or-Buy Decisions
• Case Study

DAY 3

Inventory, Warehousing, and Materials Management

• Inventory Planning and Control Techniques
• Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), Safety Stock, and Reorder Point Models
• Warehouse Design, Layout, and Operations
• Material Handling Systems and Automation
• Just-in-Time (JIT) and Lean Inventory Management
• Inventory Performance Metrics and KPIs
• Case Study

DAY 4

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Optimization

• Modes of Transportation: Air, Sea, Road, and Rail
• Freight Consolidation, Routing, and Scheduling
• Distribution Network Design and Last-Mile Delivery
• Transportation Cost Analysis and Carrier Selection
• Logistics Outsourcing and 3PL/4PL Partnerships
• Reverse Logistics and Returns Management
• Case Study

DAY 5

Technology, Sustainability, and Course Wrap-up

• Role of Information Technology in Supply Chain Integration
• ERP, WMS, TMS, and EDI Applications
• Digital Transformation: AI, IoT, and Blockchain in Logistics
• Sustainable Supply Chain Practices and Green Logistics
• Measuring Supply Chain Performance and Continuous Improvement
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony