CPIM Certification in Saudi Arabia

Globally recognised ASCM-APICS accredited program

40 hours of training covering 13 modules

Enhanced knowledge of inventory planning

Gain expertise to reduce stockouts and operating costs

Flexible learning modes and instalment options

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Overview

What we will be covering

Identify shifts & supply issues
Control reverse logistics in the distribution
Accomplish the supply plan in an efficient form
Understand demand management & forecasting
Participate in practical assignments
Create the master production schedule

Learning Objectives

At course completion, you will learn to:

Master principles of demand management to accurately forecast customer requirements

Understand the role of sales and operations planning (S&OP) in aligning production with demand

Gain proficiency in master production scheduling (MPS) to balance production capacity with demand

Explore the fundamentals of material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure timely availability of materials

Explore inventory management techniques, including ABC analysis and economic order quantity (EOQ)

Understand the concept of safety stock and its role in mitigating supply chain risks

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Prerequisites

To enrol in the CPIM Certification in Saudi Arabia, the eligibility requirements are as follows:

At least five years of experience in supply chain or foundational knowledge in processes, materials management, and planning
Eligibility requires at least a high school diploma or its equivalent
Candidates should showcase analytical skills, familiarity with computing concepts/tools

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Ms. Paromita Ghosh

Paromita Ghosh brings around 17 years of experience in delivering exceptional procurement, import, export and supply chain support services to internal and external customers of projects and corporations. She excels at time-bound, cost-effective procurement through extensive sourcing, evaluation, and negotiation and achieving significant cost savings.

Paromita has actively contributed to the education domain as a Speaker in CIPS Webinars on exam success for the MENA region. Also serves as a Volunteer on the CIPS Northern Emirates Branch Committee. Paromita Ghosh, with her extensive experience and commitment to excellence, is a valuable asset in the realm of procurement and supply chain management.

Core Competencies:

Best Practices in Contract Management
Forecasting, Planning, Execution
Category Management
Tenders, Bids, Negotiation
Procurement & Supply Management
Leadership & Team Management
Strategic Sourcing
Erp/ SAP P2P /Sage / Oracle
Vendor Management

Professional Qualifications:

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) Marketing & HRD
Master of Science
Bachelor of Science in Botany Honors
Currently studying for the MCIPS Certification from Chartered Institute, UK
CIPS Level 4 & CIPS Level 5 from Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, UK
CIPS Northern Emirates Committee Member- Education
Trainer, Learners Point Academy, Dubai

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KHDA Certificate

Earn a KHDA attested Course Certificate. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is the educational quality assurance and regulatory authority of the Government of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Learners Point Certificate

Earn a Course Completion Certificate, an official Learners Point credential that confirms that you have successfully completed a course with us.

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Curriculum

Operational Objectives to Meet Competitive Priorities
Marketing Strategies
Fundamentals of Sales and Operations Planning
Manufacturing Strategies
KPIs and Metrics
Sustainable and Socially Responsible Supply Chains

Creating a Product Road Map
Product Development
Characteristics of Demand
Forecasting

Master Production Schedule
Material Requirements Planning
Capacity Requirements Planning
Final Assembly Scheduling
Closing the Loop

Buy
Make

Inventory Investment and Days of Supply
Safety Stock
Item Segmentation
Order Quantity and Item Replenishment
Tracking Inventory through Supply Chain
Basics of Reverse Logistics
Inventory Accuracy Audits
Addressing Inventory Loss
Planning and Managing Distribution Inventory

Continuous Improvement
Quality Management
Information, Process, and Emerging Technologies

The Environment and Strategy
Strategic Scope
Strategic Objectives
Developing Organizational Strategy
Executing and Monitoring Strategy
Analysis of Functional and Operational Strategies
Functional and Operational Strategies
Processes and Layouts
Performance Monitoring and KPIs
Risk Management
Capital Equipment and Facilities
Sustainability Strategies

Purpose of S&OP
S&OP Roles and Process
Aggregate Demand and Supply Plans
Reconciling S&OP Plans

Demand Management
Customers
Marketing and Product Management
Sources of Demand
Forecasting
Forecast Performance

Creating the Master Schedule
Using and Maintaining the Master Schedule
Rough-Cut Capacity Planning
MRP Design
Using and Managing MRP
CRP and MRP-Based Scheduling
Final Assembly Schedule
Suppliers
Purchasing
Product Costing
Changes and Supply Disruptions
Product Life Cycle Management

Inventory Planning
Inventory Management
Inventory Costs, Value, and Metrics
Inventory Control
Waste Hierarchy and Reverse Logistics

Planning Detailed Schedules
Scheduling and PAC Methods
Production Schedules
Using Detailed Schedule

Planning Distribution
Replenishment and Order Management
Reverse Logistics in Distribution Network

Frequently asked questions

Our Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification affiliated with APICS. This is an advanced certificate validating a professional's knwoledge in production control and inventory, guaranteeing effectiveness in global operations. Our CPIM course specifically focuses on production and inventory management concepts and prepare learners for the CPIM certifcation exam.

If you have a significant amount of experience in supply chain, logistics and inventory management, then CPIM can add value to your profile. To apply for CPIM, you must check the eligibility requirements.

However, if you are new to inventory management and supply chain, then we would recommend you start with a foundational course like CLSCMP. Once you have gained experience and meet other criteria, you can apply for the CPIM program. This will help you execute advanced strategies to optimise your inventory, enhance the business's supply chain operations, and manage demand more efficiently.

Our training program is beneficial for production planners, inventory managers, supply chain experts, and anybody in charge of overseeing production and inventory procedures. This certification is mainly ideal for seasoned professionals with some work experience in this domain. To register for the CPIM Certification, you must meet the following criteria:

Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain OR foundational knowledge in processes, materials management, and planning
At least a high school diploma or its equivalent
Must possess analytical skills, familiarity with computing concepts/tools

Our training in Saudi Arabia helps professionals to learn the following technical skills:

1. Understanding of materials management
2. Master scheduling
3. Forecasting and production planning
4. Plan and execute supply strategies
5. Utilise tools like ABC analysis and EOQ

To maintain the CPIM certification in Saudi Arabia, certified individuals must earn 75 maintenance points every 5 years.

Our course curriculum covers:

1. Demand management
2. Material requirements planning
3. Capacity planning
4. Inventory management
5. Supply chain optimisation

After the CPIM training, participants can opt for the following job roles:

1. Inventory Manager
2. Supply Chain Manager
3. Logistics Analyst
4. Materials Manager
5. Logistics Manager

Our training increases customer happiness, lowers operating costs, boosts productivity, and creates high-paying supply chain management job possibilities.

Although having prior expertise is advantageous, our training also helps those who have a basic understanding of supply chain procedures.