This advanced course addresses the critical intersection of supply chain leadership and risk management in today's global and volatile business environment. Participants will learn how to design resilient supply chains, manage complex global networks, and mitigate risks while maintaining operational efficiency and customer service. The course covers strategic sourcing, logistics optimization, digital transformation in supply chains, and comprehensive risk assessment methodologies. Through case studies and strategic exercises, attendees will develop the capability to lead supply chain organizations through disruptions and capitalize on opportunities in dynamic markets. This training is essential for leaders responsible for supply chain performance and resilience.
Supply Chain Leadership and Risk Mitigation
Leadership and Business Management
October 25, 2025
Introduction
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive supply chain strategies
- Identify and assess supply chain risks
- Design resilient and agile supply networks
- Implement supply chain risk mitigation strategies
- Lead digital transformation in supply chains
- Optimize supply chain performance and costs
- Manage global supply chain complexity
- Build supplier relationships and capabilities
- Ensure supply chain sustainability and ethics
Target Audience
- Supply chain directors and VPs
- Logistics and operations leaders
- Procurement and sourcing managers
- Risk management professionals
- Operations executives
- Inventory and demand planning managers
- Global trade and compliance officers
- Business continuity managers
Methodology
- Supply chain simulation exercises
- Risk assessment workshops
- Case studies of supply chain disruptions
- Network design activities
- Supplier relationship role-playing
- Digital technology evaluation
- Strategic planning exercises
Personal Impact
- Enhanced strategic thinking in supply chain context
- Improved risk assessment and management skills
- Stronger leadership in complex global environments
- Increased confidence in crisis management
- Better analytical and decision-making capabilities
- Enhanced negotiation and relationship management
Organizational Impact
- Improved supply chain resilience and continuity
- Reduced supply chain costs and risks
- Enhanced customer service and satisfaction
- Better supplier performance and relationships
- Increased competitive advantage
- Stronger compliance and sustainability
Course Outline
Unit 1: Supply Chain Strategy
Strategic Framework- Supply chain strategy development
- Aligning supply chain with business objectives
- Supply chain segmentation approaches
- Value chain analysis and optimization
- Supply chain network optimization
- Facility location and capacity planning
- Transportation and distribution strategy
- Global supply chain configuration
Unit 2: Supply Chain Risk Management
Risk Identification- Supply chain risk categories and drivers
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Supplier risk evaluation
- Geopolitical and regulatory risks
- Risk treatment strategies and controls
- Business continuity planning for supply chains
- Insurance and risk transfer options
- Crisis management and response
Unit 3: Supply Chain Resilience
Resilience Principles- Designing resilient supply chains
- Redundancy vs efficiency trade-offs
- Agility and flexibility in supply chains
- Visibility and monitoring capabilities
- Diversification and multi-sourcing
- Inventory optimization for resilience
- Regionalization and near-shoring
- Collaborative risk management
Unit 4: Digital Supply Chain
Technology Enablement- Digital transformation in supply chains
- Internet of Things and tracking technologies
- Artificial intelligence and predictive analytics
- Blockchain and digital ledger applications
- Supply chain analytics and insights
- Performance measurement and KPIs
- Demand forecasting and planning
- Real-time monitoring and control towers
Unit 5: Leadership and Relationships
Supplier Management- Strategic supplier relationship management
- Supplier development and capability building
- Contract management and negotiation
- Performance management and improvement
- Building supply chain talent and capability
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Change management in supply chain transformation
- Sustainability and ethical supply chain leadership
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