Certified Stores and Stock Controller

Operating within a store’s environment and managing the large quantities and value of stock is a competitive advantage in today’s dynamic economy. Gaining this competitive advantage requires being able to identify the various operations within the store and recognizing the need to implement continuous improvement initiatives to make a store more productive. Being able to identify different categories of stock and knowing how to best ensure the right material is in the right place at the time it is needed.

This program is designed to increase knowledge of the role of the store, the functions of the store personnel, and how stock is managed and moved through and out of the store either to an internal customer or an external customer. The program covers the role of the store in the 21st Century, how the store fits into the greater supply chain, the roles and responsibilities of those who work in a store environment, the need for safety and security of both personnel and stock, the receipt, storage and issuing of stock, as well as the proper management of a company’s valuable assets. Each of these presents a challenge to those responsible.

Understand the role and importance of efficient stores & stock management Know the logistical best practices in receiving, handling, and storage Be able to select the right safety stock level Know how to manage inventory Understand how to maintain the optimum amount of stock to run the business without putting it in jeopardy

This training course uses a combination of prepared tuition, examples and case studies, and will offer participants opportunities to work in small groups, providing practice in the application of techniques and tools generating active participation aimed at:

Stores and stock personnel, particularly those at a supervisory level tasked with managing a store environment Stock controllers, those entrusted with the management of a company’s financial investment in stocks, and stock levels Individuals wishing to enhance their knowledge of stores and stock methodologies Career starters wishing to make stores and stock control a career within the supply chain