Training on Effective Inventory Planning & Stock Control
Practical training on inventory planning, warehouse management & stock control for professionals & organizations.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Advanced
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course equips participants with the essential skills and techniques for effective inventory planning, monitoring, and stock control. It provides practical approaches to managing demand, reducing costs, optimizing stock levels, and ensuring supply chain efficiency. Participants will also explore modern tools and systems for inventory and warehouse management.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
-
Procurement and supply chain professionals
-
Warehouse and store managers
-
Logistics and operations managers
-
Finance and audit officers involved in stock management
-
Entrepreneurs and business owners managing inventory
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
-
Apply principles of effective inventory management.
-
Develop demand forecasts for better stock planning.
-
Implement stock control systems to balance supply and demand.
-
Analyze costs associated with inventory and stockholding.
-
Utilize modern inventory management tools and technologies.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Fundamentals of Inventory & Stock Control
-
Role of inventory in supply chains
-
Types of inventory and classification methods (ABC, VED, FSN)
-
Case Study: Mismanagement of stock in a retail chain
Module 2: Forecasting & Demand Planning
-
Techniques of demand forecasting
-
Seasonal demand and trend analysis
-
Case Study: Demand forecasting errors in FMCG sector
Module 3: Inventory Control Systems & Techniques
-
Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) and Reorder Point (ROP) models
-
Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory systems
-
Case Study: Toyota’s JIT inventory approach
Module 4: Warehouse & Stock Monitoring
-
Warehouse layout and stock tracking methods
-
Barcode, RFID, and ERP-based inventory systems
-
Case Study: RFID adoption in logistics firms
Module 5: Cost Control & Performance Measurement
-
Carrying costs, stockouts, and obsolescence
-
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in inventory management
-
Case Study: Cost optimization in pharmaceutical stock management
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
-
Optimize inventory to reduce holding and stockout costs
-
Improve accuracy of stock records and reporting
-
Enhance supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction
-
Minimize wastage, pilferage, and excess stock
Personal Impact
-
Gain practical skills in inventory control and stock planning
-
Learn forecasting and demand planning methods
-
Enhance decision-making using stock management tools
-
Improve professional competence in supply chain roles
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
- NakuruNext
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kigali
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Accra
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kisumu
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Dakar
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake
Common questions.
Still not sure? Send us a note and a facilitator will get back to you within a business day.
You may also like.
Programmes in the same discipline that participants often pair with this course.
Hybrid5 daysGain practical AI insights for procurement and supply chain with a focus on agentic AI and governance.
Hybrid5 daysMaster advanced contract management techniques to optimize contract performance and mitigate risks. Learn to negotiate complex contracts, manage contract changes, and resolve disputes effectively
Hybrid5 daysTrain in global procurement and sourcing to drive efficiency, manage international suppliers, and improve organizational performance.
Course finder
Find the right course for you
Prefer to talk it through? Send us an enquiry and a facilitator will scope a fit within a business day.
For corporate teams
Training 10+ professionals?
We deliver Training on Effective Inventory Planning & Stock Control in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.