About This Course
Effective inventory control and fleet management are two of the most operationally and financially significant functions within any organisation that moves, stores, or distributes goods. Poor inventory practices lead to stockouts, overstocking, write-offs, and supply chain disruptions, while inefficient fleet management drives up fuel costs, increases vehicle downtime, and creates compliance and safety risks. Together, these two disciplines represent a substantial portion of an organisation's operational expenditure and service delivery capacity.
This five-day TrainingComplex programme brings both disciplines into a single, integrated learning experience. Participants will gain a thorough grounding in inventory classification, demand forecasting, warehouse organisation, reorder systems, and stock auditing, alongside practical skills in fleet planning, vehicle lifecycle management, driver management, fuel monitoring, and telematics. The course is designed to show how inventory and fleet functions interact — particularly in logistics, distribution, and field-service environments — enabling participants to think holistically about operational efficiency.
Drawing on real-world case studies from manufacturing, humanitarian logistics, public sector operations, and commercial distribution, the programme challenges participants to apply tools and frameworks to situations they actually encounter. By the end of the course, delegates will leave with actionable plans, practical templates, and the confidence to drive measurable improvements in both inventory and fleet performance within their organisations.
Who Should Attend
- Logistics and Supply Chain Officers
- Fleet Managers and Fleet Supervisors
- Warehouse Managers and Store Controllers
- Procurement and Purchasing Officers
- Operations Managers responsible for vehicle and stock management
- Administrative Officers managing organisational assets
- NGO and humanitarian logistics personnel
- Government transport and stores officers
- Transport Coordinators and Dispatch Officers
- Project Managers with operational asset responsibilities
Learning Objectives
- Understand and apply key inventory management principles including ABC analysis, EOQ, and safety stock calculations
- Design and implement effective warehouse organisation and stock control systems
- Develop and manage reorder point systems and demand forecasting models
- Conduct accurate stock audits and reconcile inventory records with physical counts
- Plan and manage a fleet of vehicles across their full operational lifecycle
- Implement preventive maintenance schedules and reduce vehicle downtime
- Monitor and control fuel consumption using tracking tools and data analysis
- Apply telematics and GPS fleet tracking to improve visibility and reduce costs
- Manage driver performance, conduct assessments, and implement safety standards
- Develop key performance indicators and dashboards for both inventory and fleet functions
- Minimise losses from obsolescence, theft, damage, and misuse of assets
- Align inventory and fleet management practices with organisational compliance and audit requirements
Course Modules
Module 1: Foundations of Inventory Management
- The role of inventory in the supply chain and organisational performance
- Types of inventory: raw materials, work-in-progress, finished goods, and MRO
- Key inventory management concepts: holding costs, ordering costs, and stockout costs
- Common causes of poor inventory performance and their organisational impact
- The relationship between inventory levels and working capital: understanding the cash flow implications of overstocking and understocking
- Introduction to inventory performance metrics: turnover ratio, days on hand, and fill rate
Module 2: Inventory Classification and Demand Forecasting
- ABC analysis: classifying inventory by value and consumption frequency
- VED and FSN analysis for critical and slow-moving items
- Demand forecasting methods: moving averages, trend analysis, and judgement-based approaches
- Using historical consumption data to set realistic stock requirements
- Seasonality and demand variability: identifying patterns and adjusting forecasts accordingly
- Forecast accuracy measurement: calculating mean absolute deviation (MAD) and using it to improve future projections
Module 3: Reorder Systems and Stock Replenishment
- Economic Order Quantity (EOQ): formula, assumptions, and practical application
- Reorder point (ROP) calculation and safety stock determination
- Minimum and maximum stock level setting
- Just-in-Time versus safety stock approaches: choosing the right model for your context
- Lead time variability and its impact on replenishment planning and safety stock buffers
- Periodic versus continuous review systems: understanding when each replenishment trigger model is appropriate
Module 4: Warehouse Organisation and Stock Control Systems
- Warehouse layout principles: zoning, labelling, and product location systems
- Bin cards, stock ledgers, and perpetual inventory systems
- First-In-First-Out (FIFO) and First-Expiry-First-Out (FEFO) procedures
- Introduction to inventory management software and barcode/RFID technologies
- Receiving and put-away procedures: quality checks, documentation, and accurate stock capturing at goods receipt
- Stock security and access controls: limiting warehouse entry, managing authorisation levels, and reducing internal loss exposure
Module 5: Stock Auditing and Inventory Reconciliation
- Types of stock counts: annual, cycle counting, and spot checks
- Planning and executing a physical stock audit
- Reconciling physical counts with system records and investigating discrepancies
- Preventing and detecting inventory losses from theft, damage, and obsolescence
- Root cause analysis for recurring variances: moving beyond correction to systemic improvement
- Documenting and reporting audit outcomes: stock adjustment authorisation, write-off procedures, and management reporting
Module 6: Introduction to Fleet Management
- The strategic role of fleet management in operations and service delivery
- Fleet composition: vehicle types, classification, and suitability for purpose
- Fleet lifecycle management: acquisition, deployment, and disposal
- Key fleet management responsibilities and organisational accountability structures
- Total cost of ownership (TCO): understanding all cost components across a vehicle's operational life
- Fleet policy development: establishing rules governing vehicle use, authorisation, personal use limits, and compliance obligations
Module 7: Vehicle Maintenance and Reliability Management
- Preventive versus corrective maintenance: building a maintenance culture
- Developing and managing a preventive maintenance schedule
- Vehicle inspection checklists and pre-trip/post-trip inspection procedures
- Managing maintenance contractors and controlling workshop costs
- Maintenance recordkeeping: capturing service history, parts used, and costs per vehicle to support lifecycle decisions
- Recognising early warning indicators: using driver reports, fault codes, and oil analysis to intervene before breakdown occurs
Module 8: Fuel Management and Cost Control
- Fuel consumption benchmarks and understanding litres-per-100km metrics
- Fuel monitoring systems: fuel cards, manual logs, and electronic tracking
- Identifying fuel wastage: idling, route deviations, and unauthorised use
- Building a fuel management policy and reporting framework
- Driver behaviour and its direct impact on fuel efficiency: training interventions for speed management, gear use, and smooth acceleration
- Fuel reconciliation: matching fuel issued against distance travelled and identifying variances that indicate loss or misuse
Module 9: Telematics, GPS Tracking, and Fleet Technology
- How GPS and telematics systems work and what data they capture
- Using tracking data to monitor driver behaviour, routes, and idle time
- Integrating telematics data into fleet management decisions and reporting
- Evaluating and selecting fleet management software for your organisation
- Geofencing and exception-based alerting: configuring boundary rules and automated notifications to enforce vehicle use policies
- Data privacy and legal considerations: understanding employee monitoring obligations and ensuring telematics practices comply with applicable legislation
Module 10: Driver Management, Performance, and Compliance
- Driver recruitment, licensing verification, and competency assessment
- Driver behaviour monitoring: speeding, harsh braking, and fatigue management
- Fleet safety policies, accident reporting procedures, and disciplinary frameworks
- Fleet KPIs and dashboards: measuring and reviewing operational performance
- Driver training and continuous development: using performance data to design targeted coaching interventions and track improvement over time
- Roadworthy and regulatory compliance management: tracking licence renewals, vehicle certification, and statutory inspection deadlines to avoid legal exposure
Requirements & Prerequisites
Participants should have at least one year of experience in a logistics, operations, warehousing, transport, or related administrative role. A basic understanding of organisational procurement or asset management is helpful. No specialist technical qualifications are required, and the course is designed to be accessible to both experienced practitioners and those stepping into expanded operational responsibilities.
Training Methodology
- Inventory scenario exercises where participants analyse stock data, classify items, and calculate reorder points using real-world datasets
- Fleet audit simulations in which delegates review vehicle records, maintenance logs, and fuel data to identify inefficiencies and compliance gaps
- Case study analysis drawn from commercial logistics, public sector transport departments, and humanitarian supply chains in African and Middle Eastern contexts
- Group problem-solving workshops where teams diagnose inventory or fleet management failures and present corrective action plans
- Hands-on completion of inventory control templates including bin cards, stock ledgers, reorder schedules, and audit reconciliation sheets
- Fleet KPI dashboard exercises using sample telematics and fuel consumption data to build performance reports
- Role-play scenarios covering driver briefings, maintenance contractor negotiations, and internal stock discrepancy investigations
- Peer-learning discussions where participants share challenges and solutions from their own operational contexts
- Guided action planning sessions in which each delegate drafts an improvement plan tailored to their organisation's inventory and fleet realities
Organisational Benefits
- Reduced inventory holding costs through optimised stock levels and reorder processes
- Fewer supply disruptions caused by stockouts or excess stock write-offs
- Lower fleet operating costs through better fuel management and preventive maintenance
- Improved vehicle availability and reduced unplanned downtime
- Stronger compliance with audit, regulatory, and donor reporting requirements
- Enhanced data visibility through better use of fleet and inventory management systems
- Reduced losses from theft, damage, and misuse of organisational assets
- More accountable and performance-driven logistics and operations teams
- Aligned fleet and inventory policies that support organisational strategy and growth
- Better decision-making through KPIs, dashboards, and regular performance reviews
Where Is Inventory Control and Fleet Management Training Offered?
This course runs in-person across: Johannesburg, Nairobi, Kigali, Dubai, Lagos, Naivasha, Mombasa, Riyadh, Dar es Salaam, Accra, Cape Town, Addis Ababa, Kampala, Arusha, Kisumu, Pretoria, Zanzibar, Abuja, Nakuru, plus Live Virtual (online) cohorts. Browse live dates for your city below.
Upcoming Schedules
| Location | Format | Dates | Price |
|---|
| Johannesburg, South Africa |
In-Person |
5 Oct 2026 – 9 Oct 2026 |
USD 3,500 |
| Nairobi, Kenya |
In-Person |
5 Oct 2026 – 9 Oct 2026 |
KES 105,000 |
| Kigali, Rwanda |
In-Person |
12 Oct 2026 – 16 Oct 2026 |
USD 1,900 |
| Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
In-Person |
12 Oct 2026 – 16 Oct 2026 |
USD 4,100 |
| Lagos, Nigeria |
In-Person |
19 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 |
USD 2,500 |
| Naivasha, Kenya |
In-Person |
19 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 |
KES 115,000 |
| Mombasa, Kenya |
In-Person |
19 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 |
KES 120,000 |
| Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
In-Person |
19 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 |
USD 4,500 |
| Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
In-Person |
19 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 |
USD 2,300 |
| Accra, Ghana |
In-Person |
19 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 |
USD 3,800 |
| Cape Town, South Africa |
In-Person |
19 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 |
USD 3,800 |
| Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
In-Person |
26 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026 |
USD 2,400 |
| Kampala, Uganda |
In-Person |
26 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026 |
USD 1,900 |
| Live Virtual |
Online |
26 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026 |
KES 80,000 |
| Arusha, Tanzania |
In-Person |
26 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026 |
USD 2,100 |
+234 more dates — view live schedule →
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a background in logistics to attend this course?
Not necessarily. The course is designed for professionals in logistics, operations, transport, or administration who manage inventory or vehicles as part of their role. While some familiarity with operational processes is helpful, the programme builds from foundational concepts and is accessible to those stepping into expanded responsibilities.
Will participants receive a certificate at the end of the course?
Yes. All delegates who complete the full five-day programme will receive a TrainingComplex Certificate of Completion in Inventory Control and Fleet Management, which can be used for professional development portfolios and organisational records.
Is this course available online?
This course is primarily delivered in person at our scheduled locations across Africa and the Middle East. A live virtual option is also available for delegates who cannot travel, delivering the same content and interactive exercises through a facilitated online platform.
What tools or materials will participants work with during the course?
Participants will work with practical templates including stock ledgers, bin cards, reorder calculators, maintenance schedules, fleet inspection checklists, and KPI dashboard worksheets. All materials are provided by TrainingComplex and are formatted for immediate use in participants' own organisations.
Can organisations send multiple staff members from the same department?
Yes, and we actively encourage it. Sending a team of two or more staff from the same organisation enhances learning through shared discussion and enables participants to work on real organisational challenges together, producing improvement plans that can be implemented immediately upon return.
