Mastering Warehouse Mechanics Course
Course Overview
The main objective of this training course is to empower professionals with
• Complete knowledge and understanding of warehouse mechanics
• The overall skillset, capabilities and confidence to not only manage warehouse operations but innovate and introduce game-changing enhancements benefiting the organisation and in turn one’s career growth and progression
• The confidence, knowledge and experience to train other professionals on warehouse mechanics
• The perspective, exposure and understanding to carefully review existing systems and processes and devise ways to improve things through smooth change management
• The understanding and knowledge to assess risks and make provisions to better manage risks to prevent increase in costs impacting organisational growth
• The experience and confidence to increase warehouse performance and operations by identifying the correct metrics to be tracked and managed
• The overall skillset and experience to gain a competitive advantage over others in handling warehouse mechanics and operations more efficiently
Training Format:In-class, Virtual, In-house
Location:Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Kigali
Language:English, French
Nigeria Price:
₦3000000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price:
$4000
Kenya Price:
$5500
Rwanda Price:
$6000
Nigeria Price:₦3000000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price:
$4000
Kenya Price:
$4000
Rwanda Price:
$4000
Nigeria Price: ₦3000000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price: $4000
Kenya Price: $4000
Rwanda Price: $4000
Components of the Receiving Process
• Shipment identification
• Product count
• Product inspection
• Receiving documentation
Improving Warehouse Receiving Efficiency
• Labelling
• Process
• Inspection
• Compilation of right metrics
• Replenishment
Methods of Order Picking
• Piece picking
• Zone picking
• Wave picking
• Sorting systems
• Pick-to-box method
Types of Replenishment Methods
• Day or wave demand replenishment
• Opportunistic replenishment
• Top-off/lean-time replenishment
• Combination
• Emergency replenishment
Improving the Order Picking and Packing/Dispatching Processes
• Conduct ABC analysis/order profiling
• Select correct picking methodology
• Use technology
• Minimise handling and movement
• Improve storage
Key Principles of Inventory Management
• Demand forecasting
• Warehouse flow
• Inventory turns/Stock rotation
• Cycle counting
• Process auditing
Warehouse Analytics Strategies for Improving Warehouse Operational Efficiency
• Predict demand more accurately
• Plan for smarter inventory location
• Make data meaningful, accessible and comprehensible
• Enable complex supplier networks; reduce risks
• React quicker to supply chain issues
• Influence financial objectives
• Manage multiple chains
FOR WHOM:
Stores Purchasing and Logistics Personnel in the Public and Private Sectors
1ST BATCH: Monday, March 30, 2026 — Thursday, April 2, 2026.
2ND BATCH: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 — Friday, July 24, 2026.
3RD BATCH: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 — Friday, November 20, 2026.
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and
illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical
experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return
to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively
implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.
