Introduction

This course has been specifically designed to develop the competency of personnel in an organization's warehouse, inventory, and logistics functions by improving their skills, knowledge, and understanding. Productive management of the warehouse and inventory control function is essential to the dynamic support of an organization's operations and vital to providing excellent customer service.

Course Objectives of Warehouse Operations & Management

• Learn to Improve Performance in the Stores Function.
• Consider How to Utilize the Most Modern Inventory Techniques.
• Develop their skills in Managing Stores and Inventory Personnel.
• Master Techniques for Dealing with Operational Challenges.
• Plan for Export and Import Logistics.

Warehouse Operations & Management Course Outlines

Day 1: The Principles of Warehouse Operation

• Functions of a Modern Warehouse.
• Where Warehouses Fit in the Supply Chain.
• Streamlining the Flow of Material.
• Utilizing Warehouse Management Systems.
• Measuring Warehouse Performance.
• Effective Utilization of Bar Coding.
• Employing the Latest Technology.

Day 2: Organising the Warehouse for Flow

Layout Options

• Receiving Options.
• Storage Options.
• Picking / Assembly Options.
• Dispatching Options.
• Using the Floor and the Height of Space.
• Organizing for Flow.

Methods and Equipment

• Selecting Fork Lift Trucks.
• Selecting Racking.
• Warehouse Structures.
• Loading Bays.
• Implications for Warehouse Layouts.
• Operational Timings and Planning.

Day 3: Managing the Spares and Inventory Control Function

• The Function of Stock and Spares.
• Utilizing Consignment Inventory.
• Moving to supplier-managed inventory.
• Lessons from the Japanese - Just in Time Inventory.
• Reducing Excess and Obsolete Inventory.
• Measuring Inventory Management Performance.

Day 4: Inventory, Analysis, and Product Classification

• Effective Strategies for Inventory Management.
• Inventory Accuracy and Control.
• Handling WIP (Work-In-Progress) Inventory.
• Three-dimensional Inventory Classification and Segmentation (ABC).
• Using Inventory Classification to Drive Efficiency.
• Replenishment Methods and Strategies.

Day 5: Export and Import Logistics Management

• Managing the Export and Import Function.
• Using Tools for Export.
• Customs.
• Understanding Export Customer's Requirements.
• Consideration of Lead Time in Imports.
• Methods of Transport.

Incorporating Advanced Warehouse Management Techniques

The enhancement of warehouse operations can be significantly bolstered by integrating advanced warehouse management strategies. By optimizing warehouse operations, one can streamline the entire supply chain, leading to improved customer satisfaction and business success. Through its focused curriculum on warehouse operations training courses and warehouse management systems, this course imparts the necessary skills to apply sophisticated inventory control techniques. Participants will learn how to optimize warehouse operations using these advanced strategies, ensuring they are prepared to implement the latest innovations in their warehouse management practices.