The Certified International Supply Chain Professional

About the Course

In today’s world of competitiveness, supply chains compete with supply chains rather than just organisations. Individual organisations cannot survive by maximising their local resources; rather, they have to develop collaboration with others to survive and get a more significant market share. Supply Chain Management capability, particularly in the last decade, has taken a substantial role in supporting companies in achieving business performance and strategic competitive advantage.

The Certified International Supply Chain Professional (CISCP) virtual training course will benefit delegates in enhancing their knowledge about supply chain best practices, how to manage your operations & risks associated with it, and how to manage your network of suppliers and customers for more effective& efficient supply chain performance. It requires understanding the supply chain, its structure & flow, and an understanding of risks associated with the supply chain and how to mitigate them while remaining your business sustainable and compliant.

Furthermore, the delegates will be prepared to take the CISCP examination, which is very valuable for those professionals working in the supply chain, as certification is crucial for achieving world-class performance and promotions at the career level.

Core Objectives

Delegates will achieve the following objectives:

• Know the main stages in the supply chain management
• Understand the different flows within the supply chain
• Plan for uncertainty and reduce the impact of disturbances in the supply chain
• Support organisation to optimise its supply chain performance
• Explain how to design and manage your supply chain networks
• Know the importance of the latest technologies and information systems in supply chain management

Training Approach

This training course is a mixture of lecture, video presentation, trainer-facilitated workshop exercises, and case study analysis organised through a Virtual Learning Platform anytime and anywhere.

The Attendees

Likewise, it will be valuable to the professionals but not limited to the following:

• Project Managers
• Supply Chain Analyst
• Operations Specialists, Seniors, and Heads
• Planning Specialists & Seniors
• Business Improvement Professionals
• Professionals who are working in Supply Chain, Procurement, Purchasing, Distribution, or Logistics
• Anyone aims to enhance their knowledge in Supply Chain Management

Daily Discussion

DAY ONE: SUPPLY CHAIN AND SUPPLY CHAIN NETWORK MANAGEMENT

• Supply Chain & Supply Chain Management
• Visualise Supply Chain Process Flows
• Designing and Optimisation of Supply Chain Network
• Importance of Supply Chain Relationships
• Importance of information in your CRM and SRM for maintaining and managing your supply chain relationships

DAY TWO: SUPPLY AND DEMAND MANAGEMENT

• Enhanced Supply Chain Visibility
• The Bullwhip Effect
• Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment
• Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
• Supply Demand Strategies
• Capacity Planning and Management
• Developing supply plans based on Supplier and Buyer Relationships
• Effective Management of Supply and Purchase Contracts

DAY THREE: INTERNAL OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS

• Operations Planning and Control
• Inventory Management and Control
• Importance of continuous improvement techniques for operations and inventory management
• Logistics and Transportation Management
• How to manage forward and reverse logistics?

DAY FOUR: SUPPLY CHAIN RISK MANAGEMENT

• Recognising Risks in the Supply Chain
• Mapping of the process as the first step toward risk management
• Categories of Risks in Supply Chain
• Risk Management Principles
• Identification of risks in the Supply Chain Process
• Evaluation and Prioritisation of Risks
• Risk Mitigation Strategies & Planning
• Risk Management Considerations

DAY FIVE: BUSINESS CONTINUITY AND SUSTAINABILITY

• Optimisation of Supply Chain Strategy
• Continuous Improvement
• Eye on new trends and technologies
• Assessing needs for the latest technologies
• Change Management and Building Change Culture
• Sustainability Considerations & Best Practices
• Social Responsibility