Master the Core Pillars of Supply Chain Management—Logistics, Inventory, Warehousing, and Supply Chain Analytics
Unlock the skills and strategies you need to thrive in today’s fast-paced supply chain environment. Whether you're a logistics officer, warehouse manager, business owner, or aspiring supply chain professional, this course offers practical, job-ready knowledge in logistics, inventory control, warehouse management, and data-driven supply chain analytics.
You’ll gain hands-on understanding of the entire supply chain process—from sourcing and procurement to transportation planning, analytics, and warehouse operations—while learning how to cut costs, improve efficiency, and implement modern technologies like WMS, RFID, ERP, and analytics dashboards.
What You’ll Learn
Understand the full supply chain lifecycle and its critical components
Break down the roles of procurement, logistics, inventory, warehousing, and analytics
Explore inbound, outbound, and reverse logistics and their real-world applications
Compare transportation modes (road, rail, air, sea, pipeline) and select cost-effective options
Master logistics planning, freight management, route optimization, and 3PL partnerships
Track logistics KPIs like on-time delivery, cost per shipment, and fulfillment rate
Implement inventory control systems: periodic vs. perpetual, FIFO, LIFO, bin systems
Calculate and apply EOQ, Reorder Point (ROP), Safety Stock, and Inventory Turnover
Use forecasting techniques (demand-driven, historical, statistical) to manage inventory needs
Apply ABC Analysis and Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory methods
Conduct stock audits and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy
Identify and reduce inventory losses (shrinkage, obsolescence, theft, spoilage)
Track inventory KPIs like carrying cost, fill rate, and stockout rate
Design efficient warehouse layouts that optimize space and material flow
Manage core warehouse processes: receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping
Select appropriate material handling equipment and ensure warehouse safety
Leverage warehouse technology including WMS, barcoding, automation, IoT, and ERP systems
Apply Supply Chain Analytics (descriptive, predictive, prescriptive) to improve forecasting, inventory optimization, and cost efficiency
Understand sourcing and procurement functions and how they drive supply chain value
Differentiate sourcing strategies (single, multiple, global, local, JIT)
Apply supplier appraisal criteria: cost, quality, reliability, and capacity
Make informed make-or-buy decisions based on cost, expertise, and risk
Navigate the purchasing process: requisition to payment, including contracts and negotiations
Manage procurement risks and build resilient supplier relationships
Incorporate sustainability and ethics into sourcing decisions
Plan transportation routes that reduce delays and improve efficiency
Handle disruptions and optimize logistics during high-demand or high-risk periods
Implement sustainable and eco-friendly transport practices
Utilize supply chain performance metrics and analytics to drive continuous improvement
Evaluate lean vs. agile supply chain models and apply them to real-world scenarios
Who This Course is For
Supply chain and logistics professionals
Business owners and inventory managers
Students or career switchers entering SCM
Anyone managing procurement, warehousing, or delivery processes
By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to make smarter, data-driven decisions in any logistics or inventory-driven environment.
Enroll now to advance your career in supply chain management.
