Warehouse and Stores Management

Effective warehouse and stores management is crucial for businesses to meet customer demands, maintain inventory accuracy, and optimize overall operational efficiency

Classroom Sessions:

DateVenuePrice
15 - 19 Jul 2025
Bahrain
$ 5,950

INTRODUCTION

Effective warehouse and stores management is crucial for businesses to meet customer demands, maintain inventory accuracy, and optimize overall operational efficiency. The “Warehouse and Stores Management” course is designed to provide professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to oversee the storage, handling, and movement of goods within a warehouse or storage facility. Participants will gain insights into best practices for inventory control, space utilization, and technology integration to enhance the overall efficiency of warehouse and stores operations.

WHY IT MATTERS

Warehouse and stores management directly impacts supply chain effectiveness, cost management, and customer satisfaction. By focusing on efficient storage, accurate inventory control, and streamlined processes, businesses can reduce operational costs, improve order fulfillment, and enhance overall competitiveness.

OBJECTIVES

  1. Understand the fundamentals of warehouse and stores management.
  2. Learn best practices for organizing and optimizing storage space.
  3. Gain insights into effective inventory control and cycle counting.
  4. Explore technology solutions for warehouse automation and inventory tracking.
  5. Develop skills for improving order processing and minimizing errors.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?

This course is suitable for professionals involved in inventory management, warehouse operations, and logistics, including:

  • Warehouse Managers
  • Stores Managers
  • Inventory Managers
  • Logistics Managers
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Operations Managers
  • Procurement Professionals
  • Those responsible for managing warehouse and stores activities

DAY 1

Introduction to Warehouse and Stores Management

  • Role of warehouse and stores in the supply chain
  • Key functions and responsibilities
  • Overview of different storage systems

DAY 2

Space Utilization and Layout Design

  • Principles of efficient storage space utilization
  • Warehouse layout planning
  • Safety considerations in storage facilities

DAY 3

Inventory Control and Cycle Counting

  • Inventory management strategies
  • ABC analysis and demand forecasting
  • Cycle counting for accurate inventory control

DAY 4

Warehouse Automation and Technology

  • Introduction to warehouse management systems (WMS)
  • RFID and barcode technology for inventory tracking
  • Automated material handling solutions

DAY 5

Order Processing and Error Reduction

  • Streamlining order fulfillment processes
  • Best practices for picking, packing, and shipping
  • Error prevention and quality control in warehouse operations