QCTO Accredited Occupational Qualification:
Supply Chain Manager
Full Qualification | NQF Level 6 | SAQA ID – 111357
Equip your organisation to manage end-to-end supply chain operations with our Supply Chain Manager Occupational Qualification.
- Duration: 18 months
- Credits: 180
- Internationally Recognised QCTO Certificate
Understanding The Supply Chain Manager Qualification
Supply Chain Manager Overview
By investing in a Supply Chain Manager occupational qualification, you are equipping your staff with the strategic and operational skills needed to implement supply chain strategies, develop execution plans, and monitor performance across the entire supply chain. This translates directly into more efficient operations, stronger supplier relationships and a measurable reduction in supply chain risk.
What individuals will learn
- Implementing supply chain strategy and operational planning
- Developing execution guidelines for supply chain policies
- Translating supply chain priorities into measurable performance objectives
- Aligning operational schedules with supply chain plans
- Managing supply chain risk and compliance vulnerabilities
- Managing and controlling risks affecting supply chain security
- Developing and monitoring risk management strategies
- Applying operational performance management principles
- Managing major programmes and projects within the supply chain
- Determining contract specifications and service level agreements
- Evaluating operational scheduling compliance
- Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of operational plans
Details to know
Our occupational qualifications are conducted with maximum use of practical application of the skills acquired. After facilitator led training has taken place via the course material, group work and scenario driven exchanges, learners will have the opportunity to relate the information back to their workplace. We offer a fun and relaxed learning environment, where participants will learn from each other, gain knowledge and acquire skills that will result in improved work performance.
This qualification is designed for any individual who is, or wishes to be, part of the supply chain and logistics industry. It will give students the skills they need to excel in this area of your organisation.
Learners will need competency in the following areas:
- NQF Level 4 with Mathematical Literacy and at least 2 years industry experience or a relevant NQF Level 5 qualification.
After completing a Supply Chain Manager Occupational Qualification an individual can work in the following roles:
- Supply Chain Manager
- Supply Chain Deputy Director
- Operations Manager
- Logistics Manager
- Procurement Manager
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Distribution Manager
This Occupational Qualification is fully accredited with QCTO. By choosing an Occupational Qualification that is accredited with QCTO, you can ensure you obtain BEE points for your Skills Development efforts and your students receive an education that is of high quality.
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Why choose this Qualification?
Gain specialised knowledge in supply chain strategy and operational management. Your staff will develop the ability to translate high-level strategy into actionable plans, set performance objectives and drive measurable results across the supply chain.
Proactively manage risk and ensure compliance by equipping your team with dedicated modules on risk management strategy, compliance management and supply chain vulnerability. This reduces costly disruptions, regulatory exposure and operational failures.
Improve supply chain performance through structured monitoring and evaluation. Learners will gain the skills to develop criteria for tracking operational plan implementation and scheduling compliance, giving your organisation greater visibility and control over supply chain performance.
Supply Chain Manager NQF Level 6 Module Breakdown
Qualification Breakdown
KM-01 Supply Chain Management Theory (Credits 14)
KM-02 Supply Chain Service Delivery Operational Planning (Credits 19)
KM-03 Risks, Compliance Management and Supply Chain Vulnerability (Credits 12)
KM-04 Operational Performance Management and Improvement (Credits 16)
KM-05 Management of Major Programmes and Projects (Credits 15)
PM-01 Translate the Supply Chain, Priorities, Objectives and Targets into Operational Plans and Performance Objectives (Credits 14)
PM-02 Align Supply Chain Operational Schedules with Associated Operational Plans and Performance Objectives (Credits 10)
PM-03 Develop a Risk Management Strategy (Credits 8)
PM-04 Develop Procedures for the Implementation of Operational Plans (Credits 12)
PM-05 Determine Contract Specifications and Service Level Agreements (Credits 6)
PM-06 Develop Criteria to Monitor Implementation of Operational Plans against Supply Chain Strategy (Credits 9)
PM-07 Develop Criteria and Evaluate Operational Scheduling Implementation Compliance (Credits 9)
WM-01 Operational Planning Processes (Credits 12)
WM-02 Execution Guidelines Development Processes (Credits 11)
WM-03 Processes for Monitoring and Evaluating Operational Plans (Credits 13)
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