Introduction:

Procurement and warehousing functions are the backbone of efficient supply chain operations in both public and private sectors. With growing global competition, rising customer expectations, and the increased complexity of supply networks, organizations must align their procurement and warehousing strategies with international best practices to ensure long-term sustainability and competitive advantage.

Global Horizon Training Center has designed this advanced training program to enhance your team’s capabilities in procurement planning, strategic sourcing, inventory control, and warehouse optimization. This program offers in-depth knowledge, tools, and real-world case studies to help professionals elevate their approach, implement cost-effective strategies, and drive operational excellence in procurement and warehouse management.

Objectives:

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

• Understand advanced concepts in procurement planning and category management.

• Apply strategic sourcing techniques to maximize value and supplier performance.

• Optimize inventory levels using international best practices and forecasting models.

• Implement warehouse layout and operations strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

• Apply technology solutions in procurement and warehousing for digital transformation.

• Align procurement and warehouse functions with overall business strategy.

Course Methodology:

The program will use a combination of the following methods:

• Expert-led presentations and facilitated discussions

• Case studies from global organizations

• Group exercises and real-time simulations

• Practical toolkits and templates for immediate application

• Interactive Q&A and knowledge-sharing sessions

Organizational Impact:

Organizations will benefit from:

• Stronger procurement decisions based on strategic insights and market analysis.

• Reduced operational costs through optimized inventory and warehousing processes.

• Enhanced supplier relationships and improved contract performance.

• Streamlined warehouse operations for faster, more accurate delivery.

• Increased transparency, traceability, and compliance across procurement activities.

• Alignment of procurement and warehousing with business objectives for measurable value creation.

Target Audience:

This training is intended for:

• Procurement Managers and Officers

• Supply Chain Professionals

• Warehouse Supervisors and Inventory Managers

• Logistics and Operations Managers

• Strategic Sourcing Specialists

• Professionals involved in materials management or vendor evaluation

Course Outline:

Day 1: Strategic Procurement Planning and Category Management

• The role of procurement in value creation

• Procurement policy, planning, and spend analysis

• Category management frameworks and strategies

• Risk management in procurement

• Aligning procurement strategy with corporate objectives

Day 2: Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Performance Management

• Overview of strategic sourcing process

• Supplier identification, evaluation, and selection

• Negotiation strategies and contract lifecycle management

• Supplier performance metrics and scorecards

• Managing supplier risk and relationships

Day 3: Inventory Planning and Control

• Inventory classifications and types

• Demand forecasting and replenishment strategies

• Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) and safety stock

• Inventory turnover and performance indicators

• Reducing excess inventory and obsolete stock

Day 4: Warehouse Design and Operational Efficiency

• Warehouse layout and space utilization

• Material handling systems and automation

• Picking, packing, and dispatch operations

• Health, safety, and compliance in warehousing

• KPIs for warehouse performance improvement

Day 5: Digital Transformation and Global Best Practices

• E-procurement systems and ERP integration

• Barcode, RFID, and WMS technologies

• Sustainability and green procurement initiatives

• Benchmarking against global procurement and warehousing leaders

• Final workshop: Strategy simulation and action plan development