Course Objectives:
Understand the broad responsibilities of a manager and the interdependencies of the various departments within an organization
Understand, leverage, and deliver the unique value of their company’s distribution services to meet customers’ business needs
Improve motivation by addressing individual and organizational behavior issues that affect supply chain performance
Improve asset management by using tools and technology to ensure accurate inventory management, adequate inventory investment, and effective logistical distribution
Improve profitability through improved sales team management and financial controls
Course Benefits:
This course covers the main issues in supply chain management, including a definition of a supply chain management, role of inventory, advanced production inventory models, supply contracts, bullwhip effect and information sharing, vendor managed inventories and other distribution strategies, third-party logistics providers, managing product variety, information technology and supply chain management, international issues.
Who Should Attend:
The program is designed for senior and middle-level managers and consultants responsible for domestic and international supply chain and logistics systems. The program is valuable for operations, logistics, inventory control, and transportation managers who want to ensure smooth production with as little inventory as possible, high customer service levels, and low system-wide cost. The program is also useful for managers who want to gain a deeper understanding of the role supply chains play in a company's overall business strategy
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