By the end of this training course, participants should be able to:

·         Understand the strategic role of inbound logistics in mining and minerals supply chains

·         Design and manage efficient inbound logistics flows for bulk materials, MRO items, and capital equipment

·         Optimize transportation modes (road, rail, sea) and logistics networks serving mine sites and plants

·         Improve coordination with suppliers, freight forwarders, ports, and customs authorities

·         Apply inventory planning and materials management techniques suitable for mining operations

·         Identify and mitigate inbound logistics risks related to disruptions, delays, and safety

·         Integrate sustainability, cost control, and digital tools into inbound logistics decision-making

·         Logistics and Supply Chain Managers

·         Procurement and Purchasing Professionals

·         Warehouse and Materials Management Teams

·         Transportation and Fleet Managers

·         Operations, Planning, and Maintenance Engineers

·         Port, Shipping, and Customs Coordination Staff

·         Professionals involved in mining, processing, and refinery operations

·         Interactive instructor-led sessions with infographic material and simulation

·         Mining-specific case studies and real operational examples

·         Group discussions and problem-solving workshops

·         Practical exercises on logistics planning and optimization

·         Best practices benchmarking from global mining companies

Module One: Inbound Logistics in the Mining Industry – Fundamentals & Strategy

·         Overview of mining supply chains and inbound logistics flows

·         Differences between Supply Chain, Logistics, and Operations

·         Types of inbound materials in mining (bulk, consumables, MRO, capital equipment)

·         Role of inbound logistics in production continuity and cost control

·         Key stakeholders: suppliers, logistics service providers, ports, and internal operations

·         Inbound logistics KPIs and performance measurement

·         Alignment of inbound logistics with the operational strategy

Module Two: Supplier Coordination, Procurement & Inbound Planning

·         Linking procurement strategy with inbound logistics planning

·         Supplier selection and logistics capability assessment

·         Linking Logistics with Local Content in KSA.

·         Incoterms and contractual responsibilities in mining logistics

·         Lead time management and demand visibility

·         Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and consignment stock in mining

·         Collaboration and communication across the supply base

Module Three: Transportation, Ports & Customs for Mining Operations

·         Transportation modes for mining inbound logistics (road, rail, sea)

·         Heavy lift, oversized cargo, and project logistics

·         Port operations and bulk material handling

·         Customs clearance processes and regulatory compliance

·         Transportation cost optimization and route planning

·         Managing logistics to remote and challenging locations

Module Four: Inventory, Warehousing & Material Handling at Mine Sites

·         Inventory classification (critical spares, fast-moving, slow-moving, obsolete)

·         Safety stock and reorder point planning for mining operations

·         Warehouse layout and material handling equipment

·         Storage of hazardous and sensitive materials

·         Stock accuracy, cycle counting, and materials tracking

·         Integration between warehouses, maintenance, and production

Module Five: Risk Management, Sustainability & Digitalization in Inbound Logistics

·         Identifying inbound logistics risks in mining supply chains

·         Managing disruptions, delays, and supply shortages

·         Health, safety, and environmental (HSE) considerations

·         Sustainable inbound logistics and carbon reduction initiatives

·         Digital tools: ERP, tracking systems, and logistics dashboards

·         Building a resilience logistics plan

·         Simulations in logistics and AI agents

·         Continuous improvement and future trends in mining inbound logistics

BTS attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration.

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