Supply Chain Practitioner 

Supply Chain Management Level 5 Qualification Overview

The Supply Chain Management Level 5 qualification, registered under SAQA QUAL ID 110942, provides learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to manage and optimize various supply chain functions. This program prepares individuals for roles in supply chain management, focusing on operations like procurement, transportation, warehousing, and performance management. It is designed to help professionals build expertise in handling supply chain tasks at an advanced level.

Entry Requirements

To enroll in this qualification, learners must have:

• An NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematical Literacy.

Course Breakdown

The Supply Chain Management Level 5 qualification includes compulsory knowledge, practical skill, and work experience modules.

Knowledge Modules

• Introduction to Supply Chain Management, Level 5 – 10 Credits
• Demand Execution Management Operations, Level 5 – 10 Credits
• Transport and Distribution Operations, Level 5 – 10 Credits
• Inventory Management, Level 5 – 10 Credits
• Warehousing and Facilities Operations, Level 5 – 10 Credits
• Production Operations, Level 5 – 10 Credits
• Procurement Operations, Level 5 – 10 Credits
• Returns Management, Level 5 – 7 Credits
• Performance and Contract Management, Level 5 – 7 Credits
  Total Credits for Knowledge Modules: 84

Practical Skill Modules

• Translate Operational Plans into Operational Schedules, Level 5 – 13 Credits
• Coordinate and Implement Supply Chain Operational Schedules, Level 5 – 13 Credits
• Manage Contract Implementation and Service Level Agreements, Level 5 – 10 Credits
• Monitor Demand Execution and Customer Relationship Activities, Level 5 – 8 Credits
• Monitor Operational Activities for Transportation, Warehousing, and Production, Level 5 – 11 Credits
• Monitor Operational Procurement Activities, Level 5 – 5 Credits
  Total Credits for Practical Skill Modules: 60

Work Experience Modules

• Operational Scheduling and Coordination Processes, Level 5 – 22 Credits
• Monitoring and Evaluating Operational Plans, Level 5 – 14 Credits
  Total Credits for Work Experience Modules: 36

Summary

This qualification in Supply Chain Management Level 5 is designed for professionals aiming to gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in managing supply chain operations. It provides learners with a clear pathway to advanced roles in procurement, logistics, and operational management.