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Certified Warehousing and Inventory Manager Course Description

Roughly 34% of businesses grapple with inventory management challenges, leading to either understocking or overstocking. This pervasive issue acts as a profit-diminishing obstacle. Inventory costs can be reduced by up to 10% by tackling these poor management issues. With a certificate course in warehouse management, professionals can acquire the precise skills needed to handle inventory. 

At WingsWay Training Institute, we recognize the pressing need for modern strategies and technologies in warehouse management. That is why our experts have curated the Certified Warehousing and Inventory Manager Course (CWIM) to make you a certified warehouse logistics professional having international recognition.

This course covers everything from types of warehouse and inventory, productivity and performance management, technology, strategic roles like forecasting, automation and much more. Our commitment to your success extends beyond the classroom. We offer exclusive benefits, including guaranteed internships, scholarships, job assistance, and comprehensive exam preparation. Join us to kickstart a promising career in warehouse and inventory management.

Course Duration

  • 30 Training Hours

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    Recognition

    The Certified Warehousing and Inventory Manager Course (CWIM) holds accreditation from the International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM), headquartered in Finland. Comprising 44 National and Regional Purchasing Associations, IFPSM establishes quality standards for educational programs in supply chain and procurement. Additionally, our institution’s dedication to providing high-quality private education in Dubai has received endorsement from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

    Course Content

    Unit 1 – STRATEGIC ROLE OF WAREHOUSE IN SUPPLY CHAIN

    • Centralised & Decentralised Warehousing
    • Outsourcing Warehousing
    • Lean Warehouse Operations
    • Choosing Right Location
    • Automation of Warehousing

    Unit 2 – WAREHOUSING TYPES AND REQUIREMENTS

    • Cold Storage
    • Multistore Warehouse
    • Automated Warehousing
    • Valuable storage requirements
    • Other storage requirements

    Unit 3 – TECHNOLOGY IN WAREHOUSE

    • Role of Technology in Warehouse
    • Warehouse Management System
    • Radiofrequency Identification Writer and reader terminals (RFID)
    • Barcode scanners
    • Light directed systems
    • Voice Picking Sets
    • Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

    Unit 4 – WAREHOUSE COST AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

    • Standards and Performance Indicators
    • Productivity and Performance Management
    • Identify Bottlenecks
    • Impact of External Factors and Managing Change
    • Fixed Cost and Variable Cost.
    • Payback Period
    • Time Value Money
    • Various types of Budgeting (Zero Based, Incremental, Programme and Activity based)

    Unit 5 – STRATEGIC ROLE OF INVENTORY IN SUPPLY CHAIN

    • Forecasting Techniques
    • Customer Service Standards and Inventory Policy
    • Just in Time and Inventory
    • Just in Case and Inventory

    Unit 6 – PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE AND INVENTORY MANAGEMENT

    • Different Stages of Product Life Cycle
    • Initial and Growth Stage
    • Maturity and Decline stage

    Unit 7 – INVENTORY MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES

    • ABC Analysis
    • VED
    • SDE
    • GOLF
    • SOS
    • FSN

    Unit 8 – TYPES OF INVENTORY

    • Finished goods/for-sale goods
    • Raw materials
    • Work-in-progress
    • MRO goods
    • Safety stock

    Entry Qualification

    This course accommodates the following individuals:

    • CWIP Certificate Holder 
    • Undergraduate
    • New to Procurement
    • Working in Procurement 

    Learning Outcomes

    Upon completing this certified international warehousing and inventory manager course at WingsWay Training Institute, you will become proficient in the following areas:

    • Efficiently manage the Procurement Process
    • Effectively handle Supply Base operations
    • Meet Operational Requirements effectively
    • Build strong Supplier Relationships
    • Manage interdepartmental Relationships with confidence
    • Develop a deep understanding of procurement responsibilities
    • Apply acquired knowledge confidently in various roles

    Learner’s Profile

    This warehouse management certification is suitable for:

    • Professionals in supervisory or team-leader roles
    • Individuals transitioning into supervisory positions
    • Those seeking comprehensive training in Warehousing and Inventory processes
    • Professionals looking to enhance their understanding of Materials Management
    • Individuals interested in Supply Chain-related activities
    • Learners focused on international Warehousing and Inventory Standards
    • Those aiming to advance professionally within their organisations

    Key Topics

    Here are some key topics you’ll explore in this course at WingsWay Training Institute.

    • Centralised & Decentralised Warehousing
    • Lean Warehousing
    • Barcode scanners
    • Light directed systems
    • Voice Picking Sets
    • RFID
    • Fixed Cost
    • Variable Cost
    • Product Life Cycle
    • Budgets
    • Inventory Management Techniques
    • ABC, FSN, GOLF, etc.
    • JIT
    • JIC
    • Cold Storage
    • Automation in Warehouse

    Career Opportunities

    There are numerous high-income job roles that offer lucrative career opportunities in the field of Warehousing and Inventory. Upon completing this certified warehousing and inventory professional course, you’ll be eligible for various roles in MNCs, trading companies, warehouses and inventory operations.

    Some of the Certified warehousing and inventory professional jobs include:

    • Warehouse Supervisor
    • Inventory Supervisor
    • Warehouse Executive
    • Inventory Executive
    • Operations Coordinator (Warehouse)
    • Inventory Analyst
    • Logistics Coordinator
    • Supply Chain Coordinator
    • Procurement Assistant
    • Materials Planner

    FAQs

    The Certified Warehousing and Inventory Manager (CWIM) certificate, is internationally recognised and signifies proficiency in warehouse logistics management and inventory processes.

    To join the Certified Warehousing and Inventory Manager (CWIM) course, you should meet one of the following criteria: CWIP certificate, a bachelor's degree, entry-level procurement experience, or current employment in a procurement role.

    The Certified Warehousing and Inventory Manager course comprises 30 training hours.

    Graduates can pursue various career opportunities, including roles such as Inventory Manager, Warehouse Manager, or Supply Chain Analyst across different industries.

    After completing the CWIM course, you can seek employment, apply your knowledge in your current role, or consider advanced certifications in Supply Chain Diploma.

    To be an inventory manager, get a relevant degree, gain experience, and consider types of warehouse certifications like Certified Warehousing & Inventory Professional (CWIP) and Certified Warehousing & Inventory Manager (CWIM) to enhance your qualifications. Skills in analytics, organisation, and software are essential. Networking and staying updated in the field are crucial too.

    Skills for a Warehouse Manager include efficient procurement process management, effective supply base operations, meeting operational requirements, building strong supplier relationships, confident management of interdepartmental relationships, deep understanding of procurement responsibilities, and the ability to apply acquired knowledge confidently in various roles.

    WingsWay Training Institute is the sole authorised body in the Middle East to provide this course. We offer flexible learning options (online, offline, and hybrid), guaranteed internships, exclusive membership benefits, exam preparation, various financial options like scholarships and interest-free EMI and more. Contact us today for detailed information.

    About The Instructor

    Manish K Dalal

    Manish K Dalal is an engineering graduate with an MBA and MCIPS (UK) and CMILT qualifications, with 20+ years of industry expertise in setting up logistics infrastructure for renowned companies. His teaching method combines real-world case studies and interactive discussions, making complex supply chain, procurement, and logistics concepts easily understandable. Manish conducts workshops, sharing extensive knowledge in supply chain, procurement, logistics, and warehousing, establishing him as an exceptional trainer.

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