Supply Chain Data Analytics

Course Overview

A practical, operations‑focused course that teaches learners how to use data to analyse, optimise, and manage supply chain performance. The course covers supply chain metrics, demand forecasting, inventory optimisation, logistics analytics, supplier performance, risk analysis, and data‑driven decision‑making across procurement, warehousing, and distribution.

Target Audience

• Supply chain, logistics, and procurement professionals

• Operations managers and planners

• Business analysts and data analysts

• Manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution teams

• Students or professionals entering supply chain or operations analytics

Course Outcomes

• Understand key supply chain metrics, KPIs, and performance frameworks

• Analyse demand patterns, lead times, and inventory behaviour using data

• Apply forecasting techniques to improve planning accuracy

• Evaluate supplier performance, procurement efficiency, and cost drivers

• Use analytics to optimise inventory levels, safety stock, and replenishment

• Analyse logistics performance including routing, delivery times, and transportation cost

• Identify supply chain risks, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities

• Communicate supply chain insights clearly to operations and leadership teams