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Supply Chain Management Technician
As a supply chain management technician, you will manage logistics, procurement, and inventory control. Gain hands-on experience in transportation management, global trade, and supply chain optimization for a successful career in logistics.
Credential
Diploma
Duration
32 weeks
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Employment Opportunities
- Supply Chain Assistant
- Logistics Clerk
- Inventory Coordinator
- Logistics Dispatcher
- Shipping & Receiving
- Compliance Coordinator
- Warehouse Associate
- Scheduling & Planning Coordinator
What You Could Earn
Up to $67,159
Benefits
Our Supply Chain Management Technician course is eligible for student aid funding; other options available.
Industry-experienced instructors bring firsthand knowledge from actual roles in their fields.
Start your new career in only 32 weeks or take our advanced course, Supply Chain Management Professional.
Learn how to maintain and evaluate international supplier relationships, navigate legal trade agreements, and manage the complexities of international supply chains.
Start your Supply Chain Management Technician diploma online. Access course materials anywhere at any time.
Benefit from lifetime access to our Career Services team for job search help and career advice.
Receive personalized, individual attention and support during your studies.
We provide the tools you need to succeed in your program, including a new laptop you keep.
Supply Chain Management Technician Diploma: Overview
Sundance College’s Supply Chain Management Technician program focuses on the fundamental business disciplines, critical thinking, and technology skills needed to succeed in entry-level roles in logistics and supply chain management.
For those already working in a warehouse setting, it can provide the educational credentials needed to progress professionally, potentially leading to a higher position or promotion.
In just 32 weeks, our diploma program will equip you with essential skills in inventory management, demand forecasting, procurement, supply chain logistics systems, contract law, and business communications.
Supply Chain Management Technician graduates can seamlessly ladder into the Supply Chain Management Professional diploma program, which includes a 7-week practicum for real-world experience.
Prepare for a dynamic career with opportunities in various sectors, including manufacturing, retail, and logistics services.
Program Overview: Supply Chain Management Technician
Learn about Sundance College’s Supply Chain Management Technician diploma program and how it prepares students for success in this exciting career.
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Core
Networking and Negotiation Skills
Learn to employ different negotiation strategies to effectively achieve results. Examine the ethical, psychological, cultural, and legal factors of negotiation and learn how to successfully execute techniques in various professional settings.
Supply Chain Fundamentals
Understand the fundamentals of successful supply chain procedures and activities, including business strategies, processing supply chain technology types, organizational structures, plus material handling and sources. Learn logistical skills including macroeconomic business theories and supply chain business practices among other skillsets utilized in the supply chain management field.
Contract Law and Administration
Explore the legal standards of domestic and international business practices by building a knowledge base of legal technicalities within the supply chain industry. Learn to streamline business processes and enhance overall operations through topics including enforcing and terminating binding contracts, international trade, and corporate laws, among others.
Sourcing and Purchasing
Understand the technicalities of international business markets and how they are changing to fit into a modern world. Examine new methods of international supply competition and explore strategies to reduce cost and time while improving quality. Learn about the purchasing process, import and export policies, supply chain organizations, and discover the necessary tools and techniques for sourcing and procurement.
Inventory Management and Forecasting
Learn the technicalities of long-term planning and organizing supply stocks and explore how a globalized market impacts a highly competitive international supply chain market. Discuss forward-looking procurement management and planning as well as the storing and carrying costs that coincide with standard and specialized supply chain transportation management methods.
Business Essentials
Focus on key business functions that drive results-oriented outcomes in today’s fast-paced workplace environments. Functions such as project organization, business networking, and workplace procedures.
Business Communications
Learn effective communication techniques required in today’s fast-paced work environment. Practice proper written and verbal communication techniques and effective presentation techniques specific to diverse workplaces.
Foundation
Becoming a Master Student
This course helps students make the transition to post-secondary education and teaches them how to make the most of their chosen career education path as they prepare for the workforce. Topics include learning styles, goal setting, note-taking, and testing.
Microsoft Outlook
Learn the file management, editing, formatting, and printing functions essential in every workplace using Microsoft Outlook.
Microsoft Word
Learn how to create, format, and manipulate Microsoft Word documents through practical hands-on training.
Microsoft Excel
Learn to perform the functions necessary to manipulate spreadsheets, use functions and create equations using Microsoft Excel.
Admissions Steps
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Supply Chain Management Technician
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a supply chain?
A supply chain is a network of organizations, people, activities, information, and resources involved in supplying a product or service to a consumer.
It includes everything from raw material extraction, production, and manufacturing to distribution, delivery, and customer service.
The goal of a supply chain is to ensure efficient and effective movement of goods and services from suppliers to end customers.
To explore the world of supply chain management, and to learn about the future of the industry in today’s advancing world, read our blog ‘The Supply Chain Tech Revolution: How to Keep Up with the Changes’.
What are supply chain activities?
Supply chain activities encompass all the processes involved in producing and delivering goods and services to customers.
Key activities include procurement, production planning, inventory management, transportation, warehousing, order processing, and distribution. These activities ensure that products move efficiently from suppliers to manufacturers, then to distributors, and finally to consumers.
What is a supply chain technician?
A supply chain technician supports various functions within the supply chain process, including logistics, inventory management, procurement, and distribution.
They ensure the smooth operation of supply chains by handling tasks such as tracking shipments, managing inventory levels, and coordinating with suppliers and customers. Their role is crucial for maintaining efficiency and productivity in supply chain operations.
What does a supply chain assistant do?
A supply chain assistant supports the supply chain management process by performing tasks such as tracking and managing inventory, coordinating with suppliers and customers, preparing shipping documents, and assisting with procurement as well as logistics management and planning. They ensure that all parts of the supply chain function smoothly and efficiently, helping to maintain the flow of goods and services.
How do I become a supply chain technician?
To become a supply chain technician, you typically need a diploma in supply chain management or a related field. Programs like the Supply Chain Management Technician diploma at Sundance College provide essential training in logistics, inventory control, procurement, and supply chain optimization.
How do I balance my studies with my work and family commitments?
Many of our students and graduates have work and family commitments that they have balanced with their studies. You will study one course at a time instead of 4 or more. This allows you to immerse yourself and increase your knowledge retention and academic success.
Additionally, our flexible learning model allows you to study around your other commitments. And you can take your Supply Chain Management Technician courses online.
For more tips on finding the right work-life balance during your studies for your diploma in Supply Chain Management Technician, read our blog ‘Achieve Work-Life Balance: Tips from College Graduates’.
I don’t have experience in this field. Can I take the Supply Chain Management Technician course?
Yes! Our program is designed for individuals with varying levels of experience.
Whether you’re looking to move up in your current warehouse role or are brand new to the field, you’ll get the comprehensive supply chain professional training and hands-on experience you need for a successful career in supply chain management.
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