ØAL119 Supply Chain Management - Innkjøp og Distribusjon

Contents and structure

This subject encompasses the management and coordination of all activities related to procurement and distribution in a supply chain.

Procurement:

This involves identifying the need for goods or services, finding and evaluating suppliers, negotiating prices and contract terms, and ultimately purchasing the necessary products or services. Effective procurement management ensures that the organization gets the best products at the best prices, while maintaining quality and delivery reliability.

Distribution:

This aspect includes the processes of moving products from manufacturers to end users. This may involve inventory management, transportation management, order processing, and delivery coordination. The goal of effective distribution management is to ensure that products are delivered on time, at the right place, and in the right condition, while minimizing costs and maximizing customer satisfaction.

Overall, "Supply Chain Management - Procurement and Distribution" focuses on optimizing these processes to improve the overall efficiency and profitability of the supply chain. This often involves the use of technology for data collection and analysis, collaboration with suppliers and distributors, and continuous improvement of processes to meet changing market demands.

Learning Outcome

Knowledge

• Students will gain an in-depth understanding of procurement and distribution processes within supply chain management, including key principles and practices.
• The ability to thoroughly explain various aspects of procurement and distribution, such as supplier selection, negotiations, and inventory management.
• Recognize important factors that affect the efficiency of procurement and distribution, as well as the use of technology in these processes.
• Able to reproduce and apply knowledge about logistics, transportation planning, and data analysis in supply chains.
• Be familiar with how sustainability and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) principles are incorporated into supply chain strategies.
• Define key terms related to procurement and distribution in a supply chain.
• Explain how international and global trends affect supply chains.

Skills

• The ability to identify effective solutions and improvement opportunities in procurement and distribution processes.
• Actively participate in the development and implementation of strategies for procurement and distribution.
• Apply best practices and methodologies to streamline procurement and distribution.
• Apply theories and concepts in practical scenarios within supply chain management.
• Quickly identify challenges and opportunities in complex supply chain operations.

General competence

• Develop a holistic understanding of the supply chain's significance for organizations' overall performance and profitability.
• Recognize the importance of sustainable and ethically responsible practices in supply chains.
• Prepared to adapt to and navigate a constantly changing global supply chain environment.
• Engage in continuous improvement and innovation within supply chain management.

Entry requirements

None

Recommended previous knowledge

Prior knowledge in business economics is an advantage.

Teaching methods

Classroom teaching and assignment seminars combined with group work. Group-based guidance as needed.

Compulsory learning activities

• 1 group-based compulsory work requirement (semester assignment) must be passed before an examination can be taken.
• 1 group-based oral presentation of the compulsory work requirement (semester assignment) must be passed before an examination can be taken.
• Mandatory attendance at assignment seminars

A total of 3 compulsory work requirements

Assessment

Written school exam, 4 hours

The time and place for the exam will be announced on Studentweb.

Grade scale A-F, where F corresponds to fail.

Examination support material

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