Certified Warehouse Management Professional (CWMP)
Certification Overview
Managing a world-class warehouse is now recognized as a major source of competitive advantage, rather than simply a cost incurred before products reach the customer. To achieve this advantage, it is essential to select the right type of operation, processes, and equipment, and to continuously measure and improve performance through appropriate controls and metrics.
“Warehouse Management” is a course that explores warehouse functions, processes, organization, and operations. It includes an analysis of warehouse location, operations, management, controls, procedures, finance, security, cargo/material handling, and productivity.
The CWMP® Certification is ideal for candidates who are looking to begin their careers as warehouse managers. It helps participants develop the skills required to become successful warehouse management professionals, with a strong focus on supply chain management.
Exam Information
- The exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions.
- Candidates must achieve a score of 70% (35 out of 50 correct answers) to pass.
Duration of Exam
- The total duration of the exam is 60 minutes.
Certification Validity
- The Certified Warehouse Management Professional (CWMP®) certificate is valid for life.
Target Audience
The CWMP® Certification is suitable for:
- Individuals new to inventory management
- Non-inventory personnel who require awareness of stock control operations and key drivers
- Inventory, stock, supply chain, logistics, warehouse, and distribution supervisors and managers
- Owners, operators, and directors of companies that hold stock and inventory
- Warehouse management personnel
- Inventory staff
- Accountants handling suppliers’ accounts
- Individuals involved in various stock valuation methods
Course Modules
Module 1 – The Basic Principles of Warehouse Management
- Basic Principles
- Functions of Warehouse
- Information Management
- Movement of Goods
- Storage of Goods
- Role of Warehouse Manager
- Supervises Sale Order Processing
- Effective Warehouse Management
- Safety Regulations
- Avoid Micro Management
- Periodically Conduct Inventory Reviews
- Review your Budget Often
- Seek Additional Learning Opportunities
- Inefficient Utilisation
- Unclear Inventory Location
- Inaccurate Inventory Counts
- Redundant Policies and Procedures
- Wasted Picking Time
- Storage Requirements
- Warehouse Equipment’s
- Warehouse Restrictions
- Warehouse Work Flow
- Warehouse Summary
Module 2 – Technology and Trends in Warehouse Management
- Technology and Trends in Warehouse
- Radio Frequency
- Warehouse Equipment and Morden Technology
- Principles of Logistics and Technology
- Enforcing Compliance and Change
- Familiarise yourself with available technologies
- Advantages and Disadvantages 3PL Provider
- Choosing a 3PL
- Robotics
- Technology
Module 3 – Warehouse Processes
- Warehouse Processes
- Warehouse Inpsection
- Importance of Warehouse Organisation
- Popular Storage Methods
- Pallet Racking
- Shelves
- Flow Racks
- Automated Storage and Retrieval
- Types of Picking
- Types of Packing
- Handling Returns
Module 4 – Picking and Warehouse Management
- Picking and Warehouse Management
- Importance of Picking
- Picking Methods
- Picking Systems
- Automatic Storage and Retrieval
- Flow Racks
- Barcode Scanners
- Automatic Picking Machines
- Carousels
- Order Cycle Time
- Order Accuracy
Module 5 – Managing Warehouse Inventory
- Warehouse Layout
- Consider-Zone-Based Storage
- Invest in Warehouse Management
- Picking Efficiency is Crucial
- Label Absolutely Everything
- Inventory Management -Tracking
- Set porudct Par Levels
- The Importance of Auditing
- Cycyle Counting
- Spot Checking
- How to reduce inventory costs
- Get Rid of Dead Stock
- Negotiate Payment Terms
- Think about SKU System
- Technological Tips and Tricks
Module 6 – Controlling, Verifying and Reporting Stock
- Types and Quality of Stock
- Controlling Stock Moevement
- Just in Time Ordering
- Methods of Stock Verification
- Warehouse Reporting
- Choosing Warehouse Management Software
Module 7 – Inventory and Supply Chain in a Warehouse
- Main Functions of Supply Chain
- Main Principles of Supply Chain
- Supply Chain Processes
- Optimising Supply Chain
- Embrace Technology
- Communication
- Troubleshooting and Problem Management
- Feedback
Module 8 – Managing People in a Warehouse
- Hiring Process
- CV-Library
- Screening Process
- Disciplinary Issues
- Conflict Resolution
- Motivating
- Feedback
- Compliance
- Data Retention
Module 9 – Safety in a Warehouse
- Developing and Enforcing a Health and Safety Plan
- Manual Handling
- Risk Assessment
- Assessing Risks
- Fire Safety
- Considering Automation
- Train your Employees
- Providing First Aid
- Reporting Injuries
- Safety Warehouse Summary
Module 10 – Warehouse Cost Management
- Categories of Warehouse Costs
- Handling
- Storage
- Operation Administration
- Types of Costs
- Performance Reviews
- Slotting
- Technologies
- Communication and Training
- Summary of Warehouse Cost Management
