Master Supply Chain Planning to Drive Operational Excellence
Planning supply chains isn’t just about spreadsheets or forecasts; it’s about keeping everything moving smoothly, day after day. Our courses focus on giving your teams the right tools to plan better, handle unexpected changes, and keep inventory just right, not too much, not too little.
This Learning Content Includes:
- High-impact learning
- Exams & assessments
- Simulations
- Expert Reviews
- Application based tasks
- Microlearning
- Serious games
- Webinar toolkits
Training That Matches the Realities of Supply Chain Planning
Planning looks different depending on your role.
A demand planner might be recalibrating forecasts after a last-minute customer change. A procurement lead could be balancing supplier lead times with shifting production schedules. And logistics teams are often navigating complex fulfilment routes, all at once.
This training meets each of those challenges head-on. It's designed to reflect how real planning gets done, so your people can take what they learn and use it right away.
Supply Chain Planning Skills That Make a Difference
Good planning doesn't happen by following a checklist. It comes from knowing what levers to pull and when.
This course builds your team's confidence in the areas that matter most: forecasting demand, managing stock without overcommitting capital, and working around capacity constraints. They'll also gain a sharper understanding of the trade-offs that affect service, cost, and agility.
It's practical, role-relevant training that helps teams make smarter calls and fewer compromises.
Planning & Scheduling
- Supply Planning Fundamentals
Think of this as the backbone: crafting plans that match customer needs without overstocking or shortages. It's about finding that balance, easier said than done, but critical. - Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
More than just meetings and spreadsheets, S&OP is where sales forecasts and operations actually come together. Your team will learn how to keep this aligned, so decisions are data-driven, not guesswork. - Master Scheduling & MPS
Breaking down demand into workable schedules, this module shows how to make detailed plans that keep production and inventory on track. - Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
MRP can sound complicated, but it's really about making sure the right parts arrive just in time. Your team will get a handle on how this system keeps everything moving smoothly.
Capacity & Distribution
- Capacity Planning
Bottlenecks can sink even the best plans. Here, learners find ways to spot constraints and adjust capacity to keep things flowing. - Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP)
Getting products where they need to be, when they need to be there, DRP tackles the challenge of inventory spread across warehouses and customers.
Financial & Strategic Decision-Making
- Financial Trade-Offs & What-If Analysis
It's not just about numbers, it's about understanding the trade-offs. Your team will practice running scenarios that balance cost, risk, and service levels. - Product Lifecycle Management
Products don't stay the same forever. This part helps your team adjust planning as products move from launch to decline.
Unlock Real Business Impact with Expert Supply Chain Planning Training
Supply chain planning touches everything from keeping customers happy to managing costs.
This training isn't just theory on a slide deck; it's about giving your teams tools they can actually use to make a difference.
Sharper Forecasts, Smarter Inventory
Getting forecasts right isn't easy. Your teams will learn how to cut down on stock shortages and avoid piling up excess, balancing service and cost in a way that works.
Faster, More Confident Decisions
When demand shifts, waiting is costly. We help your planners and managers act fast and with confidence, turning uncertainty into opportunity.
Reduced Risk and Operational Disruption
Bottlenecks happen. But with better planning skills, your teams spot problems early and keep things running smoothly, avoiding costly delays.
Aligned Teams, Better Collaboration
When teams don't truly connect, plans fail. This training helps sales, operations, and procurement work together in practical ways that actually make a difference.
Ready to strengthen your supply chain team?
Your Team Will Learn:
- Fundamentals
- S&OP process
- Master scheduling
- Material planning
- Capacity planning
- Creating business value
- Distribution requirements
- Financial trade-offs and what-ifs
- Product lifecycle management
Suitable for the Following Roles:
Demand Planner
Supply Planner
Inventory Planner
Logistics Planner
Materials Planner
Buyer
Purchaser
Procurement Officer
Logistics Analyst
Supply Chain Analyst
Performance Analyst
Warehouse Operator
Production Line Operator
Transportation Operator
Dispatcher
Warehouse Clerk
Supply Chain Coordinator
Logistics Coordinator
Logistics and Distribution
Warehouse
Production Supervisor/Manager
Master Scheduling Manager
Materials Manager
Supply Chain Manager
Director / VP / SVP Supply Chain
Real Clients. Real Teams. Real Results.
Herman Savenije
The individualized learning plans, based on a pre-assessment, enable optimal learning success.
Lindsay Jett
Skill Dynamics gives team leaders a lot of flexibility to develop each of their team members in their specific areas, or grow into new ones.
Stefan Menziger, CEO
Skill Dynamics provides exactly what is needed in the world’s changing environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s built for professionals who shape supply and demand every day: demand planners, inventory managers, logistics coordinators, procurement officers, and supply chain analysts. If your team is responsible for balancing customer needs with operational realities, this course is made for them.
This isn’t a broad overview. It goes deep into the real planning challenges your teams face, like capacity constraints, inventory swings, and S&OP misalignment. It’s focused, hands-on training that helps teams solve day-to-day planning issues, not just learn theory.
Yes. Your team will learn how to balance inventory levels using proven forecasting and planning methods, from MPS and MRP to DRP. The goal is simple: meet demand without tying up capital in excess stock or missing key deliveries.
Absolutely. We break down the S&OP process into actionable steps, aligning sales, operations, and procurement with realistic demand and capacity plans. Your teams will learn how to contribute to a process that’s proactive, not reactive.
Yes. Whether your operations span multiple countries or just multiple sites, the training covers how to manage distribution planning (DRP), align plans across teams, and avoid regional bottlenecks. It’s built for complexity.
Fewer planning surprises, more confident decisions, and better collaboration across departments. Teams finish this training ready to manage risk, adjust to demand shifts, and keep operations running efficiently, even when things change.