STOCK CONTROL AND STORES MANAGEMENT SEMINAR

Course Aim : At the end of the Seminar, participants will be able to:

• Recognize the broader view of their organization in the stock control and store management.
  
• Define and use the various techniques available for better purchase and store performance and select appropriate ones for different situations
• Describe the methods, procedures and problems of stock control and essential elements of stores management
• Manager stock strategically
• Manage stock effectively and efficiently
• Know the relationship between stock control and other functions in the organization
• Sit for professional examinations in purchasing the supply
• Communicate and relate effectively with other departments/sections, etc of the organization.

Course Content : 

• The total stores  concept
• Corporate supplies planning and strategy
• The role and functions of stores management in an organization
• Purchasing storage, materials handling, inventory control, materials requirement planning, distribution, financial aspects and contractual matters.
• Computerization, management information systems
• Controlling and motivating the workforce
• Latest techniques for improving performance of the stores/supply functions
• Time management
• Obtaining better value for money through effective purchasing and stock control methods
• The "just in time" concept, procurement research and measuring purchasing performance
• Total Quality Management and its application to store/supply functions
• Effective communication
• Action Plans

Target Group : Officers and staff with supply responsibilities in organizations in the private, public and governmental sectors. Those in other functions with an interest in stock control and stores management can attend. Candidates attempting purchasing and supply examinations (IPS) should also benefit immensely from the Seminar.

Course Venue : ROSA MYSTICA CONFERENCE CENTRE, Nairobi, Kenya.

Teaching Methods : Short introductory lectures, group discussions, case studies, role plays, practical exercises and experiential approaches.

Course Date: Open Dates - Nominate *

Course Fee : US$ 1500.00 **