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Purchasing and Materials Flow Management Certificate Course

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Course Duration:
Two weeks Part Time or Four days Full Time
Part time studies - where you study part time in the evenings and on weekends using our online training program.
Full time studies - when you take time off work to study full time using our online training program.
Recommended study time set aside – for Part Time Studies we would recommend that you would need to set aside 3 to 4 hours a week and for Full Time Studies 12 to 16 hours a week. The time will vary depending on the students original knowledge of the course material.
Delivery Method:
Online
Course Fee:
USD80
Course Overview:
The Purchasing and Materials Flow Management Certificate provides a comprehensive understanding of procurement and materials management within the supply chain. This course equips participants with the necessary skills to optimise purchasing processes, manage supplier relationships, and improve materials flow efficiency. By addressing key concepts such as cost management, stock control, and forecasting, this program is designed to enhance operational effectiveness in procurement and materials handling.
Who Should Attend:
This course is ideal for:
- Procurement and purchasing professionals
- Supply chain and logistics managers
- Inventory and materials management personnel
- Warehouse and operations managers
- Individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge of purchasing and materials flow management
The Aim of This Course:
The aim of this course is to provide participants with a thorough understanding of purchasing and materials flow management principles. By the end of the programme, attendees will be able to apply industry best practices to improve procurement strategies, optimise inventory levels, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the role of purchasing within the supply chain
- Develop effective supplier management strategies
- Implement cost management techniques in procurement
- Apply stock control methods to optimise inventory levels
- Manage the movement and storage of materials in a warehouse
- Utilise material management systems for improved efficiency
- Apply forecasting techniques to predict demand and manage supply chain risks

Purchasing and Materials Flow Management Certificate
Index
Part One
1. Purchasing in the Supply Chain
a. Introduction
b. Purchasing Activities
c. Purchasing Research and Planning
d. Purchasing Cost Management
e. Managing Supplier Relationships

2. Materials Flow Management
a. Introduction
b. Packaging
c. Methods of Controlling Stock Levels
d. Movement and Storage of Materials in a Warehouse
Part Two
e. Material Management Systems
f. Forecasting

Part Three
Past exam Papers

What People Are Saying:

The knowledge that I have gained has tremendously helped me in my field of work and it is has given me confidence to learn more about this industry.

Royston Maphewe

The course materials for the Purchasing and Materials Flow Management were very informative and understandable which was a great asset to my learning.

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