This course helps manufacturing leaders to understand and become proficient in inventory & supply chain management.
It is not uncommon for small to mid-sized businesses to get tangled up in inventory and supply chain issues. The supply environment has run in a steady state for decades; however, a new paradigm has emerged. This course helps manufacturing leaders to understand and become proficient in inventory & supply chain management.
This course will help participants to:
October 25, 2023
November 15, 2023
Four 90-Minute Sessions
3:30-5:00 PM ET
Virtual
Free of Charge
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Individuals who are responsible for planning, purchasing, inventory control, or operations functions.
Virtual Training • On-Demand Training
This course provides participants with a high-level knowledge base of the ‘must have’ processes for successful execution of inventory & supply chain management. Participants will learn the components that come into play and understand how to link them to their company’s strategic, operating, and tactical plans. The course will incorporate examples of how real small businesses have applied these processes. Participants will also learn methods of sales and capacity management, inventory planning and supplier scouting and screening techniques to meet customer expectations and financial obligations.
This program is the first and only of its kind, designed exclusively to help small manufacturers (SMMs) navigate increasing supply chain challenges. Additionally, participants will have access to leading supply chain and manufacturing experts who have executed these strategies in numerous organizations. Our instructors all have unique backgrounds and strong experience in manufacturing and distribution with both large and small companies. Our instructors will share best practices for those looking to make real-time adjustments they can control to offset current disruptions and supply chain issues. Between sessions, attendees will be able to schedule coaching support with Eric, Chris and Sylvia to turn this curriculum into real-world application.
Participants will benefit by learning how to protect key customers, anticipate supplier issues, and manage inventory cash flow impacts. Additional benefits:
Nico de Sousa Serro is the Lean/Continuous Improvement content expert at DVIRC. He is responsible for facilitating organizational continuous improvement efforts, implementation of Lean methodologies, and creating Lean/CI content. This involves developing on-site collaborative solutions and training, as well as conducting training and education courses held at DVIRC.
Sylvia Wower is the Vice President of Research and Strategic Growth at DVIRC, where she manages the organization’s Business Growth Services and Advanced Technology Research Group. Considered an expert business strategist and leader in groundbreaking research to support the needs of the DoD, life science and commercial small to midsized manufacturing sector, Syliva and her team have delivered of 160,000 hours of successful project work across the MEP National Network and around the globe.
Jameson Kilburn is Project Coordinator and Business Growth Specialist for DVIRC’s Marketing & Sales practice. He is a product and service-based inside sales project lead, conducts primary market research for DVIRC’s clients, and coordinates the Lead Generation production calendar. He also serves as DVIRC’s Market Development technology development specialist and is the Salesforce and project administrator.
Luke Plating is an experienced project manager, program facilitator, and marketing professional with over 5 years of experience in business innovation, tech adoption, digital marketing, and customer experience design. In addition to managing DVIRC's marketing and new product development, Luke supports DVIRC's Supplier Network, connecting regional manufacturers to Supplier Scouting opportunities. In previous roles, Luke has worked with large distributors and manufacturers, supporting business strategies, and facilitating the innovation of new products and services. Luke has led multiple educational workshops for manufacturers on behalf of DVIRC and he is certified in Design Thinking and Lean Tools & Essentials, demonstrating his commitment to adopting innovative approaches to problem-solving and program facilitation.
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Cancellations received up to 5 business days prior to class start date will not be charged the training fee, or will be refunded if payment has already been submitted. Cancellations 1-3 business days prior to class will be charged the training fee. As a courtesy, we will allow you to apply 50% of your payment towards a future training course within one year of the cancellation date. No refund will be provided for same-day cancellations and no-shows; customer is responsible for full payment without future training credit. Registrant substitutions may be made at any time. Cancellations must be submitted via email to jenoch@dvirc.org or by phone at 215-552-3827.