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Course · 300 h · 5 modules
Purchasing and Storage Management Course
This course provides you with the essential tools and knowledge to optimize your company's supply chain, from procurement to inventory management. Learn to negotiate with suppliers, select the best products and services, and…
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts4 January
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Purchasing and Storage Management Course?
The Purchasing and Warehousing Management course
This course provides you with the essential tools and knowledge to optimize your company's supply chain, from procurement to inventory management. Learn to negotiate with suppliers, select the best products and services, and implement efficient warehousing strategies. This program will allow you to reduce costs, improve operational efficiency, and ensure product availability when needed.
Differential Advantages
- Effective Negotiation: Advanced techniques for obtaining the best prices and terms from suppliers.
- Strategic Supplier Selection: Criteria and methods for evaluating and choosing the most suitable suppliers.
- Optimized Inventory Management: Strategies to minimize storage costs and prevent obsolescence.
- Quality Control: Implementation of processes to ensure the quality of received products.
- Purchasing and Warehouse Management Software: Use of technological tools to automate processes and improve control.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Start date
08-12-2026
Programme highlights
- Optimize your supply chain: Master the key strategies for efficient and profitable purchasing management.
- Effective negotiation: Learn proven negotiation techniques to get the best prices and terms from your suppliers.
- Inventory control: Implement warehousing and inventory management methods that minimize costs and maximize availability.
- Supplier selection: Identify and evaluate reliable suppliers to build strong and lasting relationships.
- Logistics and distribution: Understand the fundamental principles of logistics to optimize product delivery and reduce lead times.
- Boost your company's efficiency and profitability with strategic purchasing and warehousing management.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Supply Chain Basics and Strategic Purchasing Function
- Definition and scope of the supply chain (Supply Chain) in the modern business environment.
- Strategic objectives of the purchasing department: profitability, quality and continuity of supply.
- The professional purchase cycle: from the detection of the need to the settlement of the invoice.
- Typologies of purchases: direct, indirect purchases, of capital goods and contracts of services.
- Legal and ethical framework in purchases: transparency, prevention of conflicts of interest and commercial contracts.
02
Selection, evaluation and management of the relationship with suppliers
- Methodologies for prospecting and searching for potential suppliers in local and international markets.
- Supplier approval and evaluation criteria: technical capacity, financial solvency and reputation.
- Negotiation techniques with suppliers: preparation, development of arguments and closing agreements.
- Supplier performance management (Vendor Rating): Compliance and quality indicators.
- Strategic alliances and long-term contracts: benefits of collabouration versus confrontation.
03
Inventory management and stock optimisation
- Types of inventories: Raw materials, products in process, finished products and supplies MRO.
- Analysis and classification of inventories using the ABC method (based on consumption value).
- Determination of the optimal purchase lot (EOQ) and calculation of the order point to avoid stock breakage.
- Security stock management and analysis of demand variability and delivery time.
- Inventory replenishment systems: continuous review models vs. periodic review models.
04
Design, organisation and operations in storage
- Criteria for the design and layout of the warehouse: optimisation of space and flow of materials.
- Typologies of shelves and storage systems according to the nature of the product and the rotation.
- Goods reception processes: unloading, quantitative inspection, qualitative and coding.
- Slotting strategies: Proximity criteria, weight, danger and output frequency.
- Internal movement operations: Use of maintenance equipment, trucks and automated systems.
05
Information Technologies Applied to Purchasing and Warehouse
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS/SGA): Key functionalities for real-time control.
- Integration with ERP systems: Information flow between purchases, sales and accounting.
- Automatic identification technologies: barcodes, QR codes and RFID systems.
- Use of e-procurement tools and electronic auction platforms for purchase management.
- Application of big data and predictive analytics for forecasting demand and purchase planning.
Workload
Study Time and Workload
300 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
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Who it is for
Purchasing and logistics professionals looking to optimize their processes, reduce costs, and improve supply chain efficiency.Warehouse and inventory management professionals who want to implement best practices, minimize losses, and ensure product availability.Entrepreneurs and small business owners who need to establish effective purchasing and warehousing systems to support their business g
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Optimize the supply chain
- 02Implement efficient inventory control strategies
- 03Negotiate and manage agreements with strategic suppliers
- 04Monitor and optimize receiving and storage processes
- 05Ensuring the availability of materials and products while minimizing costs
- 06Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality and cost criteria
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Purchasing Technician: Supplier selection, price negotiation, order management, and delivery tracking.
02Warehouse Manager: Inventory organization and control, management of incoming and outgoing goods, and space optimization.
03Inventory Analyst: Demand forecasting, stock turnover analysis, obsolescence identification, and inventory level optimization.
04Logistics Coordinator: Transportation and distribution planning and coordination, supply chain management, and route optimization.
05Supply Chain Manager: Process optimization, coordination between suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors, cost reduction, and efficiency improvement.
06Procurement Specialist: Identification of purchasing needs, supplier sourcing and evaluation, and management of contracts and agreements. Supply.
07Reverse Logistics Technician: Managing returns, recycling, and refurbishing products; minimizing environmental impact.
08Purchasing and Warehousing Management Consultant: Analyzing processes, identifying areas for improvement, implementing solutions, and optimizing the supply chain.
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Entry Requirements
To ensure the supply of necessary goods and services at the lowest total cost, with the required quality, at the right time and from the appropriate supplier.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
To ensure the timely and efficient supply of necessary materials and products at the lowest total cost, while maintaining the required quality and optimizing inventory levels.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Academic/Professional Profile:Advanced Vocational Training in Administration and Finance, International Trade, Logistics and Transport, or a related qualification; Demonstrable professional experience in purchasing and/or warehousing.Specific Knowledge:Desirable knowledge of inventory management, warehouse management software (WMS), negotiation techniques, and purchasing legislation.Skills:Organizational skills, attention to detail, communication skills, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.Documentation: Updated CV, copy of degree (if applicable), cover letter (optional).Additio
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