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NITA AccreditedIntermediatePhysical + Virtual10 daysTORM235

Training on Risk Management and Supply Optimization in Supply Chain Management

Master supply chain risk management and optimization strategies to enhance resilience, efficiency, and business continuity.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

10 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

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Overview

About this programme

This course provides in-depth knowledge and practical skills to identify, analyze, and mitigate risks within the supply chain while optimizing performance and efficiency. Participants will learn how to design resilient supply networks, manage disruptions, and use data-driven tools to enhance decision-making and cost-effectiveness. Through case studies and hands-on exercises, the course focuses on aligning supply chain strategies with enterprise risk management principles to ensure business continuity and competitive advantage.

Duration

10 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Supply chain and logistics managers

  • Procurement and operations professionals

  • Risk and compliance officers

  • Business continuity and strategy planners

  • Consultants and professionals involved in supply chain performance improvement

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify internal and external risks affecting supply chains

  • Apply risk assessment and mitigation tools effectively

  • Develop contingency and continuity strategies for critical operations

  • Optimize inventory, transportation, and sourcing processes

  • Utilize technology and analytics for performance improvement

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Understanding Supply Chain Risk Management

  • Key concepts and principles of risk management in supply chains

  • Types of supply chain risks and their impacts

  • Case Study:Assessing supply disruptions in a global manufacturing network

Module 2: Risk Identification and Assessment Tools

  • Frameworks for identifying operational and strategic risks

  • Quantitative and qualitative risk analysis methods

  • Case Study:Using risk mapping tools to evaluate supplier performance

Module 3: Supply Chain Resilience and Continuity Planning

  • Building resilient networks through scenario planning

  • Designing business continuity and contingency plans

  • Case Study: Managing supplier failure during a major disruption

Module 4: Supply Optimization Strategies

  • Streamlining inventory and logistics operations

  • Applying lean principles to reduce waste and inefficiencies

  • Case Study:Improving supply performance through optimization modeling

Module 5: Technology and Data-Driven Risk Monitoring

  • Leveraging digital tools for real-time risk visibility

  • Predictive analytics and AI applications in supply chain risk management

  • Case Study:Using data analytics to predict and mitigate supply chain disruptions

Module 6: Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Risk Management

  • Supplier qualification, diversification, and partnership models

  • Vendor risk evaluation frameworks

  • Case Study:Evaluating supplier reliability to minimize procurement risks

Module 7: Logistics and Transportation Risk Mitigation

  • Identifying vulnerabilities in transportation and distribution

  • Managing risks in international shipping and customs

  • Case Study:Optimizing logistics routes to reduce operational delays

Module 8: Financial and Market Risk in Supply Chains

  • Managing currency, cost volatility, and price fluctuation risks

  • Financial instruments for supply chain risk mitigation

  • Case Study:Mitigating financial exposure through forward contracts

Module 9: Regulatory and Compliance Risks

  • Understanding legal and environmental compliance in global supply chains

  • Governance frameworks and sustainability standards

  • Case Study: Ensuring compliance with international trade regulations

Module 10: Integrated Risk Management and Performance Optimization

  • Linking risk management to strategic supply chain performance

  • Developing KPIs and performance dashboards

  • Case Study:Building a comprehensive supply chain risk management framework

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact:

  • Improved supply chain resilience and operational stability

  • Enhanced efficiency through data-driven risk mitigation strategies

  • Reduced costs and improved supplier collaboration

Individual Impact:

  • Ability to anticipate, assess, and respond to supply chain risks

  • Improved decision-making and analytical capabilities

  • Strengthened leadership in supply chain planning and optimization

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.

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FAQs

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Professionals in procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations seeking to strengthen risk management and optimization skills.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Risk Management and Supply Optimization in Supply Chain Management 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.