Warehouse and Inventory Management Certification Course

The Warehouse and Inventory Management course provides participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage warehouse operations and optimize inventory control. This course covers various aspects of warehouse management, including inventory accuracy, efficiency, cost reduction, customer service, and risk mitigation.

Throughout the course, participants learn techniques to improve inventory accuracy, such as cycle counting and ABC analysis, which help minimize errors and discrepancies. They also explore strategies for optimizing warehouse layouts, implementing efficient picking and packing methods, and utilizing technology solutions like barcode scanning and warehouse management systems (WMS) to enhance productivity and reduce manual errors.

Cost reduction is another focus of the course, with participants gaining insights into demand forecasting, order optimization, and supplier management. By accurately predicting demand, optimizing order quantities, and effectively managing suppliers, businesses can minimize carrying costs, stock obsolescence, and overall operational expenses.

Enhancing customer service is a key outcome of the course. Participants learn about order prioritization, cross-docking, and fulfilment strategies that ensure products are available when customers need them, reducing lead times and improving order fulfilment rates. This emphasis on customer satisfaction and loyalty can contribute to the overall success of a business.

Lastly, the course covers risk mitigation strategies, equipping participants with the tools to identify and manage risks such as stock obsolescence, theft, damage, and supply chain disruptions. By implementing effective risk management techniques, businesses can minimize financial losses, maintain inventory integrity, and ensure continuity of operations even in challenging circumstances.

Overall, the Warehouse and Inventory Management course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of warehouse operations and inventory control. By acquiring these skills, individuals can contribute to the success and profitability of businesses by optimizing inventory, improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, enhancing customer service, and mitigating risks.

Day -I Warehouse Management

· Understanding Supply Chain 4.0

· Concept of Warehousing

· Types of Warehouses

· Factors Setting Up Warehouse

· Warehouse Layouts

· Warehouse operations (end to end operations)

· Bonded Warehouse

· SEZ and its importance

· 5S approach

· WMS

Day- II Inventory Management

· Challenges in managing the inventory

· Ordering cost and carrying cost

· Various Inventory analysis tools and specific Benefits

· ABC Analysis

· FSN Analysis (Fast, slow and non-moving)

· VED Analysis (Vital, Essential and Desirable)

· HML Analysis (High, medium and Low value)

· SDE Analysis (Scarce, difficult, easily available)

· XYZ Analysis

· Calculations of Min, Max, Safety, Re Ordering Stocks

· Inventory Control Techniques

· Understanding MRP 2

· Warehouse and Inventory Operations synergy

Who should attend:

Senior & Middle level Managers and Professionals in Supply Chain Procurement, Inventory Management, Warehouse, Logistics etc.

Trainer Profile:

Ujjwal Basu – Business Strategic Specialist

23+ years of learning in Commercial negotiations, Procurement, Vendor Management, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Logistics, Purchasing, Warehousing, Sales and after sales. Domestic and Global, Lead – Asia Pacific team, exposure to Middle east, EU and US. Worked in varied Industries – Automobile, Media, ITES, Chemicals, Logistics, FMCG and Other Manufacturing. Worked in various Green and Brown field projects. Currently working as Business Consultant with Multiple organizations.

A highly impactful Strategic specialist, with diversified experience in Integrated Supply Chain Management and International Business acumen with various Industry knowledge viz. Automobile, Media, ITES, Chemicals, Green Mobility, Supply Chain and Other Manufacturing organizations having over two decades of experience in the field of Sourcing Management, Logistics, Value Chain, Inventory Management, Plant Operations, Production Planning, Brand, Customer Relationship Management and handling multiple green field projects. Experience of handling Domestic, Asia Pacific, Middle East and US territories. Worked in top Indian and Global brands like ABP Pvt Ltd, General Motors India, Tata Motors, Avaya India, Johnson Matthey India, Fogla Corp. Contributed in business strategy formulation and achieving volumetric business growth, business process reengineering and change management, supplier consolidation and cost optimization.

Contact Details :

Revati Khare 
Email : international@bombaychamber.com
Tel. (D) + 91 22 6120 0231; (M) + 91 9892029473