Supply Chain Management Training — Grand Rapids, MI | 1 Day Workshop

Course Title

Supply Chain Management

Certificate

Course Completion Certificate – Issed by AdeptSkil

Duration

1 Day (8 Training Hours)

Delivery Mode

Instructor-led Training – Classroom / Live Virtual / In-house

Language

English

Credits

8 Professional Development Credits

Course Overview

In today’s globalized business environment, effective Supply Chain Management is essential for ensuring seamless coordination between suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and customers. Organizations that manage their supply chains efficiently are better positioned to reduce costs, improve operational performance, and enhance customer satisfaction.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to supply chain concepts, processes, and best practices. Participants will gain insights into how supply chains operate, how to optimize performance, and how to manage complexities across global networks.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand end-to-end supply chain processes
• Apply key supply chain concepts and terminology
• Manage inventory and logistics effectively
• Analyze supply chain performance using relevant metrics
• Identify and address supply chain challenges
• Improve efficiency and customer satisfaction through better supply chain practices

These skills are essential for improving operational performance and achieving business success

KEY TOPICS COVERED

Introduction to Supply Chain Management

Understanding the importance of supply chains and their impact on cost, performance, and customer satisfaction

Core Supply Chain Concepts

Procurement, sourcing, demand planning, and forecasting

Order & Fulfillment Processes

Managing order lifecycle, fulfillment, and returns

Supply Chain Lifecycle

Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, Return framework

Inventory Management

Stock control, Just-in-Time (JIT), and accuracy

Supply Chain Flows

Product, information, and financial flow across systems

Performance Monitoring

KPIs, dashboards, and tracking tools

Supply Chain Risk & Event Management

Managing disruptions, bottlenecks, and operational risks

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

• Supply Chain and Operations Professionals
• Procurement and Purchasing Professionals
• Logistics and Inventory Managers
• Warehouse and Distribution Managers
• Project Managers and Business Analysts
• Professionals involved in operations and process improvement
• Anyone interested in developing Supply Chain Management skills
• Corporate organizations and public workshop participants

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the training will receive a Course Completion Certificate from AdeptSkil

🏢 Corporate & Team Bookings

Invoice and corporate billing options available.
For group registrations, contact:

📧 [email protected]
📞 +1 646 624 8608

“Private training sessions can be arranged for organizations at your premises or at our venue, tailored to meet your team’s specific development needs.”

Special pricing is available for corporate group registrations.

✔ Instructor-led classroom training
✔ Comprehensive training materials
✔ Practical tools and templates
✔ Interactive exercises and case studies
✔ Certificate of completion
✔ Lunch & Refreshments

🔹 Venue Details
The training will be conducted at a premier professional venue nearby.

Exact venue information will be shared with registered participants prior to the event.

Info: Participant check-in, introductions, overview of workshop objectives, and networking with fellow professionals.

Info: • Importance of supply chain management
• Impact on customer satisfaction, cost reduction, and performance
• Role in product development and business success

Info: • Procurement and sourcing
• Upstream and downstream processes
• Forecasting and demand planning
• Cost considerations

Info: • Order generation and processing
• Order fulfillment lifecycle
• Returns management

Info: • Strategic, tactical, and operational levels
• Understanding the bullwhip effect

Info: • Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, Return
• Integrating supply chain activities

Info: • Product flow
• Information flow
• Financial flow
• Role of data and systems
• Inventory levels and control
• Just-in-Time (JIT) approach
• Maintaining accurate inventory records

Info: • Suppliers, producers, and customers
• Understanding extended supply chain networks

Info: • Use of dashboards and KPIs
• Stock Keeping Units (SKU)
• Tracking technologies such as RFID

Info: • Managing alerts and disruptions
• Identifying bottlenecks
• Proactive decision-making

Info: • Real-world supply chain scenarios
• Applying concepts to business situations

Info: The session will conclude with key takeaways, action plan review, participant reflection, and an open Q&A to reinforce learning.

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