Logistics & Supply Chain Management for Oil & Gas Operations

Fees: KD 1950 Per Participant

Introduction:

In the oil and gas industry, logistics and supply chain management are critical to ensuring the seamless flow of materials, equipment, and services across complex and often remote operations. From upstream exploration to downstream refining and distribution, efficient supply chain strategies reduce operational costs, mitigate delays, and ensure that projects are delivered on time while meeting strict safety and environmental standards.

This course provides participants with advanced knowledge and practical tools to manage the unique challenges of logistics in oil and gas operations, including international procurement, transportation of hazardous materials, warehouse optimization, and supply chain risk management. Participants will learn how to integrate modern technologies, data analytics, and best practices to achieve operational excellence in one of the world’s most demanding industries.

Objectives:  

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

1.     Understand the complete oil and gas supply chain, from procurement to delivery.

2.     Optimize logistics processes to minimize costs and operational risks.

3.     Implement international best practices in safety, compliance, and sustainability.

4.     Manage procurement strategies for critical and high-value equipment.

5.     Apply risk assessment tools to ensure resilience in the supply chain.

Target Audience:

This course is ideal for:

Ø  Supply chain and logistics managers.

Ø  Procurement and contract management professionals.

Ø  Project managers and operations supervisors.

Ø  Warehouse and inventory control specialists.

Ø  Transport and fleet management coordinators.

Ø  HSE officers involved in logistics operations.

Ø  Engineers and planners responsible for material flow in oil and gas projects.

Course Outline:

Day 1 – Fundamentals of Oil & Gas Logistics and Supply Chain

1.     Overview of upstream, midstream, and downstream logistics.

2.     Supply chain structures and models in oil and gas.

3.     Key challenges in logistics for remote and offshore operations.

4.     International regulations and compliance requirements.

Day 2 – Procurement and Contract Management

1.     Strategic sourcing for critical oil and gas equipment.

2.     Tendering, bidding, and vendor qualification processes.

3.     Negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.

4.     Cost control and value engineering in procurement.

Day 3 – Transportation, Shipping, and Materials Handling

1.     Transportation modes for oil and gas (marine, air, land, pipeline).

2.     Handling hazardous and oversized cargo.

3.     Port operations and customs clearance procedures.

4.     Risk mitigation in logistics and cargo security.

Day 4 – Warehouse and Inventory Management

1.     Designing and operating oil and gas warehouses.

2.     Inventory optimization and stock level control.

3.     Asset tracking technologies (RFID, barcoding, IoT).

4.     Safety and environmental management in storage facilities.

Day 5 – Supply Chain Optimization and Risk Management

1.     Using KPIs and performance metrics for supply chain efficiency.

2.     Supply chain risk assessment and contingency planning.

3.     Digital transformation in logistics (ERP, blockchain, AI).

4.     Sustainable and green supply chain strategies for oil and gas.