Supply Chain Specialist: Procurement, Inventory & Logistics Management

Introduction:

Efficient supply chain management is essential for achieving operational excellence and meeting customer demands in today’s competitive global environment. Managing procurement, inventory, and logistics effectively reduces costs, minimizes risks, and ensures smooth operations across the value chain , to support this goal Seattle International Institute for Training offers a specialized training program focused on developing core competencies in supply chain functions, with a practical and strategic approach to procurement, inventory control, and logistics.

This course equips participants with actionable tools and best practices to optimize supply chain performance end-to-end.

Objectives:  

Participants in this course will learn to:

Ø  Understand the fundamentals and strategic importance of supply chain management.

Ø  Develop practical skills in procurement planning and vendor management.

Ø  Learn effective techniques for inventory optimization and stock control.

Ø  Master logistics operations, including transportation and distribution strategies.

Ø  Apply integrated supply chain thinking to enhance organizational efficiency.

Target Audience:

This course is ideal for:

Ø  Supply chain, logistics, and procurement professionals.

Ø  Inventory and warehouse managers.

Ø  Operations and production planning personnel.

Ø  Project managers involved in supply chain coordination.

Ø  Anyone seeking to strengthen their expertise in supply chain functions.

Course Outline:       

Day 1: Introduction to Supply Chain Management

• Supply chain definitions, components, and objectives.
• Evolution from traditional logistics to integrated supply chains.
• Key drivers of supply chain performance.
• Supply chain network design and flow management.
• Aligning supply chain with business strategy.

Day 2: Strategic Procurement and Vendor Management

• Procurement planning and sourcing strategies.
• Supplier evaluation, selection, and relationship management.
• Negotiation techniques and contract management.
• Cost analysis and total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Ethical and sustainable procurement practices.

Day 3: Inventory Planning and Control

• Inventory classification and control systems.
• Demand forecasting techniques.
• Economic order quantity (EOQ) and reorder point models.
• Inventory turnover analysis and performance indicators.
• Reducing excess and obsolete inventory.

Day 4: Logistics and Distribution Management

• Transportation modes and selection criteria.
• Warehouse operations and layout design.
• Freight cost optimization and routing strategies.
• Distribution network design and last-mile delivery.
• Technology in logistics: barcoding, RFID, WMS, TMS.

Day 5: Integration, Technology, and Case Studies

• Integrating procurement, inventory, and logistics functions.
• Supply chain risk management and resilience.
• Role of digital technologies (AI, blockchain, IoT).
• Case studies of successful supply chain transformations.