An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Understanding the Value Chain in Product Flow from Origin to Consumption

INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

In today’s competitive business environment, effective logistics and supply chain management have become critical drivers of sustainability, profitability, and long-term success. Companies around the world now recognize that strategic supply chain performance is essential—not only for delivering customer value but also for managing risks, reducing environmental impact, and supporting business growth.

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management training course offers a comprehensive overview of modern supply chain operations with a focus on agility, cost control, lead time reduction, and sustainability. Designed for professionals across logistics, procurement, production, and commercial functions, this training course explores global best practices and equips participants with actionable tools to improve supply chain performance and collaboration.

Participants will develop the skills to evaluate current processes, identify improvement areas, and implement high-impact strategies that enhance supply chain integration and drive measurable results.

This Logistics & Supply Chain Management training course will highlight:

  • The key principles and objectives of logistics and supply chain management
  • Techniques to control lead time, reduce costs, and improve service levels
  • Strategic approaches to supply chain sustainability and risk mitigation
  • Practical tools for analyzing and optimizing supply chain performance
  • Best-in-class practices for cross-functional collaboration
  • Real-world insights into demand planning, inventory control, and customer satisfaction

COURSE DETAILS

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OBJECTIVES

By the end of this Logistics & Supply Chain Management training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the strategic value of logistics and supply chain management
  • Apply techniques to improve lead time, cost efficiency, and delivery reliability
  • Analyze the financial impact of logistics decisions on business performance
  • Develop a supply chain action plan for continuous improvement
  • Identify risks and apply methods to manage and mitigate them effectively
  • Collaborate more effectively with suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders
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TRAINING METHODOLOGY

This Logistics & Supply Chain Management training course will be presented in a highly professional trainer in an interactive manner, with a very impactive computer presentation style.

Participants will learn by active participation during the training course through the use of exercises, questionnaires, syndicate and group discussion, training videos and discussions on "real life" issues in their organizations.

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ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT

Organizations sending staff on this training course will benefit from:

  • Enhanced supply chain responsiveness and customer satisfaction
  • Greater alignment between logistics performance and strategic business goals
  • Increased cost savings through improved inventory and delivery planning
  • A stronger understanding of supply chain risk and resilience planning
  • An organization-wide appreciation of the value of supply chain integration
  • Improved employee capability to lead and support supply chain transformation initiatives
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PERSONAL IMPACT

Participants will gain:

  • A deeper understanding of logistics and supply chain dynamics
  • Improved analytical and decision-making capabilities
  • Practical tools to reduce inefficiencies and manage time-sensitive processes
  • Awareness of global trends and innovations in supply chain strategy
  • Confidence in applying best practices to their own work environments
  • Opportunities to learn from peers and expand professional networks
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Senior Supply Chain Managers and Executives looking at thought leadership of their own supply chain as well as other delegates experienced and methods
  • Junior Supply Chain Executives, helping to bring them up to speed with the latest thinking, frameworks, tools and implementation
  • Marketing, Customer Service and Manufacturing Managers and Directors who are seeking supply chain integration or who need to understand the impact of supply chain decisions upon their company's performance
  • Those wanting to create Action within the supply chain to increase value and reduce cost

DAILY AGENDA

Day 1: Understanding Logistics and the Supply Chain
  • Definitions of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
  • History and the Development
  • Understanding the Supply Chain Dynamics
  • International and Global Logistics
  • Supply Chain Operations Reference Models (SCOR)
  • The Theory of Constraints (TOC)
Day 2: Transportation Economics
  • The Role of Transportation in Logistics
  • Management Key Decisions
  • Types of Mode or Intermodal System
  • International Commercial Terms in Transportation and the Liabilities
  • Documentation in Transportation
  • Hazardous Materials Transportation
Day 3: Performance, Risk and Warehouse Management
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
  • Warehouse Management:
    • Role in the Supply Chain
    • Flows
    • Equipment Selection
  • Supply Chain Risks:
    • Operational
    • Inventory
    • Exchange Rates
    • Financial
    • Disruption
    • Security
Day 4: Procurement in Supply Chain
  • The Difference between Procurement and Purchasing
  • What is the role of Procurement and Purchasing?
  • Support Operational Requirements
  • Manage the Procurement Process and the Supply Base
  • Develop Strong Relationships with Other Functional Groups
  • Team Roles and Responsibilities
Day 5: Inventory Management
  • Statistics in Inventory Management
  • Financial in Inventory Management
  • Selective Inventory Control Management
  • Understanding Inventory Status
  • Reducing Excess and Obsolete Inventory
  • Improving the Organisation’s Logistics and Supply Chain
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Certificate

On successful completion of this training course, KC ACademy Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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