Business Operations - Supply Chain
Course ID: 260209 0101 900Proj
Course Dates : 09/02/2026 Course Duration : 5 Studying Day/s Course Location: London, United Kingdom
Language: Bilingual
Course Category: Professional and CPD Training Programs
Course Subcategories:
Commercial & Contract Management Governance & Compliance Operational Excellence Professional Practice & Standards Strategic Management
Course Certified By: Projacs Academy & LondonUni - Executive Management Training
* Professional Training and CPD Programs
Leading to:
Executive Diploma Certificate
Leading to:
Executive Mini Masters Certificate
Leading to
Executive Masters Certificate
Certification Will Be Issued:
From London, United Kingdom
Course Fees:
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Introduction
This five-day course teaches practical skills for running and improving supply chain operations. It covers procurement, inventory, production scheduling and distribution. Participants work on real examples and create short implementation plans. The focus is on reducing cost, improving service and lowering disruption risk.
Objectives
1. Map and analyze end-to-end supply chain processes to identify bottlenecks and waste.
2. Calculate and set inventory policies using ABC classification, EOQ and safety-stock formulas.
3. Build a demand-forecasting and S&OP routine with clear roles, cadence and review metrics.
4. Evaluate suppliers and structure contracts using total cost of ownership and risk criteria.
5. Define logistics and operations KPIs and produce a 90-day improvement plan using lean/continuous-improvement methods.
2. Calculate and set inventory policies using ABC classification, EOQ and safety-stock formulas.
3. Build a demand-forecasting and S&OP routine with clear roles, cadence and review metrics.
4. Evaluate suppliers and structure contracts using total cost of ownership and risk criteria.
5. Define logistics and operations KPIs and produce a 90-day improvement plan using lean/continuous-improvement methods.
Who Should Attend
• Supply Chain Managers
• Procurement / Sourcing Managers
• Logistics and Distribution Managers
• Demand Planners and Forecast Analysts
• Operations Managers or Plant Managers responsible for materials and scheduling
Training Method
• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts
Program Support
This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.
Course Agenda
Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection
Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
Week 1
Day 1 – Foundations of Supply Chain Management
1. Introduction to Supply Chain Management
- Supply chain principles
- End-to-end supply chain processes
- Aligning supply chains with business strategy
2. Supply Chain Process Mapping
- Mapping material and information flows
- Identifying bottlenecks and waste
- Analysing process performance
3. Supply Chain Performance
- Customer service objectives
- Cost and efficiency drivers
- Supply chain risk overview
Day 2 – Procurement and Supplier Management
1. Procurement Fundamentals
- Strategic sourcing principles
- Procurement lifecycle
- Purchasing policies and controls
2. Supplier Evaluation
- Supplier selection criteria
- Total cost of ownership (TCO)
- Supplier risk assessment
3. Supplier Performance Management
- Contract performance monitoring
- Supplier relationship management
- Continuous supplier improvement
Day 3 – Inventory Planning and Demand Management
1. Inventory Management
- ABC inventory classification
- Economic Order Quantity (EOQ)
- Safety stock calculation
2. Demand Forecasting
- Forecasting techniques
- Demand variability
- Forecast accuracy measurement
3. Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP)
- S&OP process
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Planning review cycles
Day 4 – Production Planning and Logistics
1. Production Scheduling
- Capacity planning
- Material availability
- Production sequencing
2. Logistics Management
- Warehousing operations
- Transportation planning
- Distribution network design
3. Supply Chain Coordination
- Inventory replenishment
- Order fulfilment
- Managing supply disruptions
Day 5 – Supply Chain Performance and Improvement
1. Supply Chain KPIs
- Inventory turnover
- Order fulfilment performance
- Logistics cost and service metrics
2. Lean Supply Chain Improvement
- Waste elimination
- Continuous improvement methods
- Process optimisation
3. Practical Supply Chain Workshop
- Developing a 90-day improvement plan
- Presenting supply chain recommendations
- Course review, feedback and action planning
