Course Title: Mastering Supply Chain Excellence in Flexible Packaging
Duration: 2 Days (6 Hours/Day)
Mode: In-person
Target Audience: Supply chain professionals, procurement managers, logistics and inventory planners, production managers, finance professionals, and packaging industry leaders.
Course Details
Day 1: Foundations of Supply Chain in Flexible Packaging (6 Hours)
Session 1: Understanding Raw Materials & Technical Aspects (1.5 Hours)
- Types of Flexible Packaging Raw Materials:
Polymers: PE, PP, PET, EVOH, BOPP, CPP, etc.
Barrier Materials: Alu foil, MPET, MCPP, coatings, adhesives
Laminates & Additives: Solvent-based, solvent-less, and biodegradable materials - Application of Raw Materials in Different Packaging Types
- Standards & Specifications for Material Selection (ASTM, ISO, FDA, BRC)
Session 2: Packaging Structure & Material Grades for Specific Applications (1.5 Hours)
- Flexible Packaging Structures & Their Functional Benefits
- Product-Wise Material Selection & Specification Sheets
- Performance Testing & Barrier Property Evaluation (WVTR, OTR, Heat Sealability)
Session 3: Regulatory Requirements, Compliance & Customer Standards (1.5 Hours)
- International & Local Packaging Regulations (ISO, BAM, FDA, BRC)
- Customer-Specific Requirements & Performance Standards
- Ensuring Compliance in Procurement & Supply Chain Processes
- Legal & Environmental Considerations in Packaging Materials
Session 4: Procurement & Inventory Management Best Practices (1.5 Hours)
- Procurement SOPs & Strategies:
Vendor selection based on quality, price & delivery timelines
Comparing supplier price offers & preparing price analysis
Lead time optimization & supplier risk management - Inventory Control & Material Planning:
Determining reorder levels, safety stock & MOQ
Managing non-moving & slow-moving materials - Real-time tracking using ERP & digital system
Activity: Case Study on Procurement & Inventory SOPs
Day 2: Advanced Strategies for Supply Chain Optimization (6 Hours)
Session 5: Production Process, Quality Assurance & Cost Factors (1.5 Hours)
- Step-by-Step Overview of the Flexible Packaging Production Process:
Extrusion & Film Manufacturing (Blown vs. Cast Film)
Printing Technologies (Rotogravure, Flexography, Digital)
Lamination & Coating Processes
Slitting & Pouching Techniques
Quality Parameters & Assurance at Each Stage
Session 6: Supply Chain Coordination – Production, Inventory & Finance Planning (1.5 Hours)
- Aligning Procurement with Production & Demand Forecasting
- Reducing Overstocking & Supply Chain Inefficiencies
- Cash Flow & Budget Management in Supply Chain
Activity: Live Case Study on Real-Time Supply Chain Coordination
Session 7: Printing, Aesthetic Appeal & Market Considerations (1.5 Hours)
- How Printing Affects Supply Chain Costs & Lead Time
- Design Factors: Culture, Psychology & Geography
- Legal Labeling Requirements & Consumer Expectation
Session 8: Cost Optimization, Sustainability & Vendor Management (1.5 Hours)
- Cost Breakdown & Tracking in Flexible Packaging Manufacturing
- Strategies for Reducing Costs Without Compromising Quality
- Negotiation Techniques for Better Supplier Terms
- Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Procurement Strategies
Activity: Vendor Negotiation Role-Play & Cost Optimization Exercise
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will: Gain in-depth knowledge of flexible packaging raw materials, structures & specifications Understand procurement best practices & vendor selection criteria Master inventory control, demand forecasting & ERP-based tracking Ensure compliance with regulatory & customer-specific standards Optimize cost, improve efficiency & implement sustainable supply chain strategies Develop skills in supplier negotiation & cross-functional coordination