Seminar content

What you will learn

Why Attend
Effective inventory management is critical for balancing customer service, operational efficiency, and cost control. Poor inventory practices can lead to shortages, excess stock, obsolete items, and unnecessary working capital costs. This course provides participants with advanced tools and practical techniques to optimize inventory levels, improve forecasting accuracy, strengthen stock control systems, and measure inventory performance across the value chain.

Course Methodology
This course uses an interactive and practical approach through presentations, case studies, forecasting exercises, inventory analysis workshops, group discussions, practical calculations, and real workplace examples.

Course Objectives

  • Understand the strategic role of inventory in the value chain
  • Apply inventory classification and optimization techniques
  • Improve demand planning and forecasting accuracy
  • Strengthen inventory recording and control systems
  • Use modern technologies for stock visibility
  • Reduce obsolete and excess inventory
  • Measure inventory performance effectively
  • Build practical improvement plans for inventory operations

Target Audience

  • Inventory Managers
  • Warehouse Managers
  • Supply Chain Professionals
  • Logistics Supervisors
  • Procurement Staff
  • Operations Managers
  • Anyone involved in stock control and inventory planning

Target Competencies

  • Inventory Management
  • Demand Planning
  • Forecasting
  • Stock Control
  • Data Analysis
  • Performance Measurement
  • Process Improvement
  • Supply Chain Coordination

Benefits

Why attend this seminar

  • Build current, practical knowledge in procurement and supply chain management.
  • Translate the course ideas into actions you can use immediately at work.
  • Review real schedule options across 12 venues and live dates.
  • Connect course detail, venue, and category routes in one workflow.

Methodology

How the course is delivered

  • Structured seminar input and guided discussion.
  • Applied examples using current business situations.
  • Focused explanations based on the stored overview and outline.
  • Clear next steps for implementation after the course.

Target audience

Who this is for

  • Professionals responsible for procurement and supply chain management.
  • Managers, specialists, and team leads who need applied skills.
  • Participants looking for a focused route into Masterclass Inventory Management.

Seminar details

Detailed outline

Day 1: Inventory in the Value Chain

  • Purpose of inventory in the value chain
  • Classification of inventory
  • Procedure for eliminating obsolete inventory
  • Pareto Law in identifying product classification
  • Location of inventory
  • Using Economic Order Quantity to manage inventory order levels

Day 2: Demand Planning

  • Basic forecasting methods
  • Customer segmentation
  • Hierarchy of planning
  • Aggregate planning
  • Maintenance and inventory planning meeting
  • Master scheduling

Day 3: Forecasting

  • Principles of forecasting
  • Effect of lead time on the forecasting process
  • Quantitative forecasting
  • Qualitative forecasting
  • Tracking forecast accuracy
  • Determining safety stock

Day 4: Inventory Recording

  • Period stock take
  • Cycle counting
  • Perpetual recording
  • Utilizing barcodes to manage inventory and movements
  • Use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) for recording inventory movement
  • Inventory accounting

Day 5: Performance Measurement

  • Stock turnover rate
  • Customer service measures
  • Cost of operations
  • Measuring the effectiveness of your system
  • How to use the measurements
  • Class exercise on selective inventory management

Dates and locations

Available seminar dates

16 dates
Date City Duration Price
1 - 5 June 2026 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
8 - 12 June 2026 5 Days €2,250.- Book now
15 - 19 June 2026 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
6 - 10 July 2026 5 Days €3,850.- Book now
20 - 24 July 2026 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
3 - 7 August 2026 5 Days €3,850.- Book now
10 - 14 August 2026 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
7 - 11 September 2026 5 Days €3,850.- Book now
14 - 18 September 2026 5 Days €4,200.- Book now
5 - 9 October 2026 5 Days €3,200.- Book now
12 - 16 October 2026 5 Days €4,400.- Book now
9 - 13 November 2026 5 Days €4,200.- Book now
16 - 20 November 2026 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
7 - 11 December 2026 5 Days €2,250.- Book now
14 - 18 December 2026 5 Days €4,200.- Book now
21 - 25 December 2026 5 Days €4,250.- Book now

Course certificate

Certificate awarded on completion

Every participant who completes this seminar receives a professional course certificate from INFORAMTECH.

  • Participants receive an INFORAMTECH certificate for completing Masterclass Inventory Management.
  • The certificate recognises attendance and successful participation in the seminar.
  • It can support professional development records within procurement and supply chain management and related functions.
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Frequently asked questions

When is my seat confirmed?

Your seat is confirmed once full payment has been received.

Do you offer group discounts?

Yes, we offer the following discounts for group bookings:

  • 2 participants: 20% discount
  • 3 participants: 35% discount
  • 5 or more participants: 50% discount
Can discounts be combined with other offers?

No, discounts cannot be combined unless explicitly stated.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept bank transfers, credit/debit cards, and selected online payment methods.

When do I need to pay?

Full payment must be completed before the course start date to secure your participation.

Is VAT included in the course fee?

VAT treatment depends on your location and status:

  • EU Companies (with valid VAT number): VAT may be reverse charged (0%)
  • EU Individuals (without VAT number): VAT is applicable based on local regulations
  • Non-EU Participants: VAT is generally not applicable (0%)
Can I get a VAT invoice?

Yes, all participants receive an official invoice. EU companies must provide a valid VAT number.

Can I cancel my registration?

Yes, cancellations must be submitted in writing.

What is your refund policy?
  • More than 14 days before the course: Full refund
  • 7-14 days before the course: 50% refund
  • Less than 7 days before the course: No refund
Can I transfer my seat to another person?

Yes, substitutions are allowed at no extra cost if requested before the course start date.

What happens if the course is postponed or canceled?

We reserve the right to reschedule or cancel a course due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, you may:

  • Transfer to another date
  • Receive full refund
Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, all participants will receive a certificate of completion after attending the course.

Is attendance mandatory?

Yes, full attendance is required to receive certification.

Are your courses online or in-person?

We offer both in-person and virtual (live online) training options.

Will course materials be provided?

Yes, all participants receive training materials in digital format.

Are travel and accommodation included?

No, participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation unless otherwise stated.

Can you deliver customized or in-house training?

Yes, we offer tailored training programs based on your organization's needs.

How can I contact you for support?

You can reach us via email info@inforamtech.uk or through our contact form. Our team will respond promptly.

Testimonials

Course participant

The structure of Masterclass Inventory Management made the topic practical and easy to apply immediately.

Course participant
Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Seminar attendee

The venue and date options made planning the right session straightforward.

Seminar attendee
London - U.K
Learning manager

Clear content, relevant examples, and useful follow-up topics for the next training step.

Learning manager
Professional development

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