Introduction to Warehousing and Inventory

40 hours

Level 2

CILT — Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport

english

Course Overview

What happens between the supplier and the customer — storing, handling, and managing stock. Covers storage and materials handling, warehousing principles and processes, and managing inventory. The foundation module for anyone heading into a warehouse, distribution, or stock-control role.

What you will learn

Map the role of warehousing in a supply chain and the operations that take place inside one
Identify common storage and materials handling equipment and when to use each
Apply basic inventory control principles — stock counts, replenishment, ABC analysis
Recognize the safety and regulatory requirements of warehouse operations

Course Details

Optional module · 40 guided learning hours · 30-question OR exam · 1-hour duration · 50% pass mark. This unit is designed to introduce students to the concept of warehousing and inventory and its place in a supply chain. The unit covers topics such as storage and materials handling, warehousing principles and processes, and managing inventory. Choose this unit if your career direction sits in warehousing, distribution, or supply chain operations.

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Last updated May 17, 2026

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