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Strategic Planning and Competitive Analysis for Supply Chain Leaders

Aligning Supply Chain Strategy for Sustainable Business Advantage

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Date Venue Duration
02 - 06 November 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
18 - 19 January 2027 Sandton, Gauteng 2 Days
22 - 26 February 2027 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
05 - 09 April 2027 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
17 - 21 May 2027 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days

Course Introduction

Most supply chain teams can tell you what happened last quarter. Far fewer can tell you, with any confidence, where the industry structure is shifting and what that means for their position three years out. That’s the gap this course is built to close — not another operations refresher, but a genuine strategic capability: reading competitive forces, positioning your supply chain deliberately rather than reactively, and building the case that gets executive backing for the changes that actually matter. 

 

You’ll work through real analytical tools, not just theory — stress-testing your own supply chain against competitive frameworks, running scenario planning exercises against real disruption cases, and leaving with a strategic plan you could genuinely take into a board meeting. This is deliberately built for people who already understand supply chain operations and are ready to operate one level up: setting the direction, not just executing it. 

Course Duration Options

This Strategic Planning and Competitive Analysis for Supply Chain Leaders is available in two formats, so you can choose the depth that fits your time and needs:

2-Day Essentials Executive Level

Strategic foundations, competitive positioning, strategic planning, and leading change — focusing on essential decision-making frameworks.

Ideal for: Senior leaders and executives who need high-level strategic frameworks and decision-making clarity without an extended time commitment.

Course Objectives

By completing this Strategic Planning and Competitive Analysis for Supply Chain Leaders training, participants will be able to:
  • Articulate the strategic role of supply chain management in achieving organisational success and differentiation
  • Conduct comprehensive internal and external analyses to uncover competitive opportunities
  • Align supply chain goals and initiatives with overarching business strategies and market realities
  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives to improve efficiency, resilience, and customer value
  • Apply advanced metrics and KPIs to evaluate performance, manage risk, and sustain competitive advantage
  • Integrate emerging technologies and innovation to future-proof the supply chain

Who should attend?

  • Supply Chain Managers and Directors
  • Operations and Logistics Professionals
  • Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Leaders
  • Business Analysts and Strategic Planners
  • Project Managers Involved in Supply Chain Transformation
  • Senior Executives Seeking Stronger Strategic Alignment
  • Candidates Working Toward the Occupational Certificate: Supply Chain Practitioner
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Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

2-Day Essentials — Training Outline

DAY 1 — Strategic Foundations and Competitive Positioning
Foundations of Strategic Supply Chain Excellence
  • Principles of strategic supply chain management, and aligning vision/mission with supply chain strategy
  • Identifying strategic capabilities and core competencies
Competitive Analysis Essentials
  • Applying Porter's Five Forces to supply chains
  • SWOT and PESTLE analysis in a supply chain context
  • Competitive positioning: where you stand and why it matters
DAY 2 — Strategic Planning, Performance, and Leading Change
Strategic Planning Essentials
  • Setting strategic goals, objectives, and KPIs
  • Achieving the right balance: efficiency vs. responsiveness
  • Scenario planning and strategic risk management
Strategic Performance & Leadership for Change
  • Measuring and monitoring strategic supply chain performance using the Balanced Scorecard
  • Leadership skills for driving strategic change
  • Securing executive buy-in and leading transformation
Close-Out
  • Building your own strategic priorities plan to take back to your organisation
  • Deciding whether the 5-Day Comprehensive programme is the right next step for deeper analytical and technical depth

5-Day Comprehensive — Training Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Strategic Supply Chain Excellence
  • Principles of strategic supply chain management
  • Aligning vision and mission with supply chain strategy
  • Value chain mapping and analysis
  • Identifying strategic capabilities and core competencies
  • Key drivers of supply chain strategy
Day 2: Analysis, Benchmarking, and Market Positioning
  • Applying Porter's Five Forces to supply chains
  • SWOT and PESTLE analysis in a supply chain context
  • Competitive positioning and market segmentation
  • Benchmarking supply chain performance
  • Case study: global supply chain strategy in action
Day 3: Strategic Planning and Effective Execution
  • The strategic planning process in supply chain management
  • Setting strategic goals, objectives, and KPIs
  • Achieving the right balance: efficiency vs. responsiveness
  • Designing lean, agile, and hybrid supply chains
  • Scenario planning and strategic risk management
Day 4: Advanced Analytics and Decision Support
  • Demand forecasting and network optimisation tools
  • Strategic sourcing and make-or-buy analysis
  • Cost-to-serve and profitability assessment
  • Integrated Business Planning (IBP) frameworks
  • Harnessing digital technologies: AI, IoT, and blockchain
Day 5: Strategic Performance & Leadership for Change
  • Measuring and monitoring strategic supply chain performance
  • Utilising the Balanced Scorecard in supply chain
  • Leadership skills for driving strategic change
  • Securing executive buy-in and leading transformation
  • Fostering continuous improvement and innovation

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FAQs – Strategic Planning and Competitive Analysis for Supply Chain Leaders

Master competitive intelligence, market dynamic analysis, network optimization, and long-term supply chain strategy to position your organization for sustained operational advantage.

What topics are covered in the Strategic Planning and Competitive Analysis for Supply Chain Leaders course?
The course covers strategic supply chain alignment, competitive benchmarking, supply market intelligence, SWOT and PESTLE frameworks for logistics, value chain mapping, risk resilience modeling, and digital transformation strategy in supply chains.
Who should attend this executive supply chain leadership course?
This course is tailored for Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs), supply chain directors, VP of logistics, operations vice presidents, strategic planning heads, and senior procurement executives shaping long-term organizational strategy.
What are the key learning objectives of this leadership masterclass?
Delegates learn to transform supply chain operations into a competitive advantage, conduct robust competitor end-to-end analysis, build agile supply models against global market disruptions, and align operational capabilities with business growth goals.
How long is the Strategic Planning and Competitive Analysis for Supply Chain Leaders course?
The programme is delivered as an intensive 5-day executive masterclass featuring strategic scenario planning, competitive analysis simulations, and executive leadership case studies.
What practical skills will delegates gain from this masterclass?
Participants will gain practical skills in evaluating competitor supply chain networks, constructing strategic roadmaps, executing supply chain risk stress-tests, evaluating emerging technologies, and pitching supply chain investments to board-level leadership.
Can Prospen Africa deliver this course as customized in-house training?
Yes. Prospen Africa can customize the masterclass to focus directly on your company's market position, key industry competitors, regional expansion goals, and corporate strategic plan.

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