Supply Chain & Logistics Management – Training Course

Efficient supply chain and logistics management is essential for organizations that want to reduce costs, improve operational performance, strengthen supplier relationships, and ensure reliable product delivery. This Supply Chain & Logistics Management Training Course provides a practical overview of the end-to-end supply chain process, from demand forecasting and procurement to warehousing, transportation, risk management, and logistics optimization.

Participants will explore key supply chain concepts including forecasting methods, sourcing strategies, Lean Manufacturing principles, inventory management techniques, warehouse optimization, transportation planning, and contingency planning. The course also introduces important supply chain technologies such as ERP, WMS, and TMS systems that support operational visibility and decision-making.

Designed for professionals involved in purchasing, operations, warehousing, logistics, transportation, inventory management, and supply chain coordination, this training helps organizations improve efficiency, reduce operational disruptions, and strengthen overall supply chain performance.

Training Objectives

• Apply quantitative and qualitative methods to forecast demand
• Implement sourcing and supplier management strategies
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce operational waste
• Optimize warehouse layout using ABC Analysis and Cycle Counting
• Select efficient shipping methods and transportation routes
• Identify supply chain vulnerabilities and develop contingency plans

Course Overview

Modern supply chains require organizations to balance forecasting, sourcing, manufacturing, warehousing, transportation, technology, and risk management while maintaining efficiency and customer satisfaction. Strong supply chain management practices help organizations improve reliability, reduce waste, strengthen operational performance, and respond more effectively to disruptions.

This training introduces learners to the core principles of supply chain and logistics management while exploring practical strategies for improving planning, procurement, warehousing, transportation, and inventory control. Participants will examine forecasting techniques, supplier relationship management practices, Lean Manufacturing concepts, and warehouse optimization methods used to support efficient operations.

The course also reviews logistics technologies including ERP, WMS, and TMS systems that help organizations improve visibility, coordination, and operational efficiency across the supply chain. In addition, learners will explore supply chain risk management concepts and contingency planning strategies designed to improve resilience and minimize disruptions caused by external events or operational challenges.

By developing a stronger understanding of supply chain operations and logistics management, organizations can improve efficiency, reduce costs, strengthen delivery performance, and better meet customer expectations.

This program is available with Spanish and French closed captions.

Key Benefits

• Strengthens supply chain and logistics management knowledge
• Improves forecasting and inventory planning capabilities
• Supports warehouse and transportation optimization
• Reinforces Lean Manufacturing and operational efficiency principles
• Helps organizations identify and reduce supply chain risks
• Improves operational reliability and customer service performance

Course Details

Course Length: 14 minutes
Language(s): EN / ES / FR
SKU: AT234
Produced: 2025

• Includes a downloadable participant guide
• Streaming video included with license
• Compatible with your LMS or accessible via hosted LMS platform

Video Streaming Licensing Options

The pricing displayed above applies to the hosted video-streaming option and includes access for the selected number of learners based on the license tier selected.

Included with Your License

• Hosted video-streaming access
• Downloadable participant guide
• Closed captions (where available)
• Certificate of completion (where applicable)

Need Additional Delivery Options?

In addition to our hosted video-streaming solution, we also offer:

• SCORM course packages for LMS deployment
• Classroom Video-on-Demand training packages
• Enterprise licensing solutions
• Multi-year licensing options

Additional delivery options are priced separately from the hosted video-streaming licenses displayed above.

For organizations requiring access for more than 250 learners, SCORM deployment, classroom training packages, or enterprise licensing solutions, please contact us for a custom quote.