Supply Chain in the Downstream Sector

Description

Introduction

 Getting the right product in the right place, at the right time, and the correct cost involves careful management of the order cycle and inventory.

Participants will learn about supply chain dynamics and systems, balancing supply and demand and the nature of supply chain risk. As a result of attending, attendees will be conversant with many of the key ideas and principles used in the modern supply chain.

Course Content

• Elements of supply chain management
• Lean, green and agile
• Supply chain strategy
• Supply chain dynamics and optimisation
• Supply chain improvement and systems

Learning Outcomes

• Explain the key aspects of supply chain management and some of the choices used in classic supply chain management
• Be able to describe and differentiate between lean, agile and green supply chains
• Contribute in an informed way to discussions on supply chain systems, optimisation and improvement
• Understand how sales and operations planning is used to balance supply and demand in organisations
• Identify and manage familiar sources of supply chain risk
• Apply your knowledge to situations involving supply chain improvement and partnering.