Mastering Warehouse Mechanics Course

OBJECTIVE
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

CONTENT
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

Methodology
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.

DATE:

1ST BATCH: 30th Mar – 2nd Apr,                   2026    

2ND BATCH: 21st – 24th Jul,                    2026

3RD BATCH: 17th – 20th Nov,                2026