Professional training course · PSCM-034
Warehouse Operations Excellence
Warehouses must deliver accurate, fast and cost-effective service while keeping people safe. Operational excellence combines layout, processes, technology and people…
- 5 daysClassroom
- 14Upcoming dates
- 6Cities
- £2,250Fees from
Course overview
Why Attend
Warehouses must deliver accurate, fast and cost-effective service while keeping people safe. Operational excellence combines layout, processes, technology and people management.
This LLMI course covers warehouse layout and slotting, receiving and putaway, picking methods, packing and dispatch, inventory accuracy, warehouse management systems, productivity, safety and KPIs. Participants redesign a warehouse process.
Course Objectives
Design efficient warehouse layouts and slotting
Improve receiving and putaway
Select and optimise picking methods
Improve inventory accuracy
Use warehouse management systems
Measure and improve warehouse performance
Target Audience
Warehouse managers and supervisors
Logistics managers
Inventory controllers
Operations managers
Supply chain analysts
3PL staff
Course Methodology
Practical presentations
Layout exercises
Case studies
Process redesign
Group discussions
Course outline
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1Day 1: Warehouse Fundamentals
- Warehouse roles
- Costs
- Layout principles
- Flow
- Exercise: Layout review
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2Day 2: Inbound
- Receiving
- Inspection
- Putaway
- Slotting
- Workshop: Slotting exercise
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3Day 3: Picking and Dispatch
- Picking methods
- Batch and zone picking
- Packing
- Dispatch
- Exercise: Picking method selection
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4Day 4: Inventory and Systems
- Cycle counting
- Accuracy
- WMS
- Automation options
- Case study: WMS implementation
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5Day 5: Performance and Safety
- KPIs
- Labour management
- Safety
- Continuous improvement
- Capstone: Warehouse improvement plan
Dates and fees
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Warehouse Operations Excellence course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Warehouse Operations Excellence course?
The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Rome. There are 14 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in Rome, Kuala Lumpur, Barcelona, Cape Town, Frankfurt, Paris.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £2,250 + VAT per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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