Logistics & Supply Chain Management
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- In today’s global economy, effective logistics and supply chain management (SCM) are critical for business success. This course, offered by Global Horizon, provides a comprehensive framework for optimizing supply chain operations, enhancing logistics efficiency, and leveraging technology for seamless goods movement. Participants will explore strategic planning, inventory control, procurement, transportation management, and risk mitigation to build resilient and cost-effective supply chains.
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Gain a deep understanding of supply chain fundamentals and logistics strategies.
- Learn inventory management and demand forecasting techniques.
- Master transportation, warehousing, and distribution planning.
- Explore risk management and supply chain resilience strategies.
- Utilize digital transformation and automation in SCM.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Supply chain and logistics professionals.
- Procurement and purchasing managers.
- Warehouse and inventory control specialists.
- Operations and production managers.
- Business leaders responsible for supply chain efficiency.
Course Outline
Day 1: Introduction to Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- Key Components of Modern Supply Chains
- Supply Chain Models and Best Practices
- The Role of Logistics in Business Competitiveness
- Case Study: Successful Supply Chain Strategies in Global Companies
Day 2: Procurement and Supplier Management
- Procurement Strategies and Supplier Relationship Management
- Negotiation Techniques for Cost Optimization
- Sustainable Sourcing and Ethical Procurement
- Practical Exercise: Developing a Supplier Evaluation Framework
Day 3: Inventory and Warehouse Management
- Demand Forecasting and Inventory Optimization Techniques
- Warehouse Layout and Storage Solutions
- Lean Inventory and Just-in-Time (JIT) Practices
- Case Study: Optimizing Warehouse Operations for Cost Efficiency
Day 4: Transportation and Distribution Strategies
- Freight and Transportation Modes: Selecting the Right Option
- Last-Mile Delivery Challenges and Solutions
- Logistics Network Optimization for Cost and Speed
- Practical Exercise: Designing an Efficient Distribution Model
Day 5: Risk Management and Digital Transformation in SCM
- Identifying and Mitigating Supply Chain Risks
- The Impact of IoT, AI, and Blockchain in Logistics
- Leveraging Big Data for Supply Chain Decision-Making
Course Wrap-Up: Certification and Final Supply Chain Strategy Presentation