Operations & Supply Chain

Lean Warehouse Management

Lean principles can transform warehouse productivity, accuracy and safety. This course applies lean thinking to warehousing: identifying waste in receiving, storage, picking and dispatch, 5S, standard work, visual management, flow improvement, daily performance huddles and continuous improvement with warehouse teams.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Warehouses are full of walking, waiting and searching. You will learn to remove waste and engage teams in improvement.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Gemba exercises, picking simulations, 5S workshops and case studies.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify waste in warehouse processes
Apply 5S and visual management
Create standard work for key tasks
Improve flow from receipt to dispatch
Run daily performance huddles
Engage teams in continuous improvement

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Warehouse managers and supervisors
Logistics team leaders
Continuous improvement staff
Distribution centre managers
Operations managers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Waste identification
5S
Standard work
Flow improvement
Team engagement

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Lean in Warehousing

09:00–10:08Lean principles
10:08–11:00Warehouse wastes
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Warehouse wastes (continued)
11:45–12:53Gemba walk
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 25S and Visual Management

09:00–10:085S steps
10:08–11:00Visual controls
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Visual controls (continued)
11:45–12:53Audits
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Standard Work

09:00–10:08Task standards
10:08–11:00Training
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Training (continued)
11:45–12:53Productivity
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Flow

09:00–10:08Receiving to dispatch flow
10:08–11:00Slotting and travel
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Slotting and travel (continued)
11:45–12:53Simulation
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Continuous Improvement

09:00–10:08Daily huddles
10:08–11:00Problem solving
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Problem solving (continued)
11:45–12:53Sustaining
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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