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Unlocking Efficiency in Supply Chain Operations - Workshop in Napier

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Join us in Christchurch to level up your supply chain game with practical tips and tricks - let's make operations smoother together!

About this Event

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate

Language: English

Duration: 1 Day

Credits: 8

Refreshments: Snacks, Beverages and Lunch included in a classroom session

Course Delivery: Classroom

Offers: Group of 5 - 10 people 10% Discount, Group of 11 - 20 people 15% Discount

Course Overview:

In today’s global economy, Supply Chain Management is a critical skill that improves coordination and relationships between suppliers, producers, and customers. Effective supply chain management can streamline processes, lower costs, improve efficiency, and boost customer satisfaction. This course offers essential strategies and techniques to help you master supply chain management, ensuring that your business runs smoothly and efficiently in an increasingly interconnected world.

Learning Objectives

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

  • Understand the entire supply chain from the end-customer's perspective.
  • Analyze store and merchandising operations in relation to the supply chain.
  • Apply inventory management principles in a retail context.
  • Navigate the complexities of transportation and logistics in retail.
  • Implement procurement, order management, and customer relationship management techniques.
  • Differentiate between supply chain planning and execution.
  • Measure and evaluate the performance of supply chain activities.

Course Features

This course will enable participants to:

  • Explore key supply chain concepts and terminologies.
  • Manage the flow of goods, information, and finances across the supply chain.
  • Implement inventory management practices such as Just-in-Time (JIT).
  • Measure supply chain performance to drive organizational success.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals who wish to gain a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management, including:

  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Operations Managers
  • Inventory Managers
  • Logistics Coordinators
  • Procurement Specialists
  • Business Analysts
  • Anyone looking to improve their supply chain management skills

Technical Requirements (For eBooks)

  • Internet connection for downloading the eBook
  • Laptop, tablet, smartphone, or eReader (not compatible with Kindle)
  • Adobe DRM-supported software (e.g., Digital Editions, Bluefire Reader)

Certification:

Participants will receive a Course Completion Certificate from Leadflake upon successful completion of the course.

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Agenda

Module 1: Why Supply Chain Management?

Info: ● Importance of Customer Satisfaction

● Performance Improvement

● Cost Reduction

● Product Development


Module 2: Key Supply Chain Terms (Part I)

Info: ● Procurement

● Upstream & Downstream Supply Chains

● Raw Materials & Forecasting

● Carrying Costs


Module 3: Key Supply Chain Terms (Part II)

Info: ● Inventory Management

● Order Generation, Taking, and Fulfillment

● Returns Management


Module 4: The Three Levels of Supply Chain Management

Info: ● Strategic, Tactical, and Operational Levels

● Understanding the Bullwhip Effect


Module 5: The Five Stages of Supply Chain Management

Info: ● Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, Return


Module 6: The Flows of Supply Chain Management

Info: ● Product Flow, Information Flow, and Finance Flow

● Utilizing Data Warehouses


Module 7: Inventory Management Best Practices

Info: ● Just-in-Time (JIT) Inventory

● Accurate Record Keeping and Inventory Calculators


Module 8: Supply Chain Groups

Info: ● Roles of Suppliers, Producers, and Customers


Module 9: Tracking and Monitoring Your Supply Chain

Info: ● Using Dashboards, RFID, and Stock Keeping Units (SKUs)

● Generating Alerts


Module 10: Supply Chain Event Management

Info: ● Managing Bottlenecks and Inventory Alerts

● Proactive Supply Chain Management


Module 11: Wrapping Up

Info: ● Final Thoughts, Lessons Learned, and Next Steps



Ticket Information Ticket Price
Early Bird Fee NZD 681
Standard Fee NZD 838
Group Discount Fee NZD 576

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