Unit of competency Outline
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Monitor a supply chain operation
Monitor a supply chain operation
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIP4038A
TLIP4038A
State Code
D5306
D5306
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/10/2014
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
31/10/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to monitor the functions of an established supply chain. It includes applying knowledge of the relevant principles to the relationships and functions within a supply chain. This may include logistics, supply, demand, transport, and the flow of data. There are no specific licensing or certification requirements applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Determine supply chain functions
- 1.1 Functions and objectives of the supply chain operations are confirmed
- 1.2 Methodology for measuring the supply chain functions is ascertained
- 1.3 Scope of management responsibilities and processes within the supply chain are defined
- 1.4 The relationship between suppliers, the supply chain and customers is identified
- 1.5 Own level of responsibility and authority within supply chain operations is determined, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
2Monitor the supply chain
- 2.1 Communication with partners and suppliers is monitored according to the supply chain operations and organisational processes
- 2.2 Demand at each level of the supply chain operations is identified, within own scope of responsibility
- 2.3 Sales and payments are tracked according to the supply chain operations, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures
- 2.4 Inconsistencies or discrepancies are reported according to organisational polices and procedures
3Monitor security of the supply chain
- 3.1 Potential threats to the supply chain are analysed
- 3.2 Security issues and remedies are identified as they apply to the supply chain
- 3.3 Implementation of the supply chain is monitored and security issues are addressed as required according to organisational policies and procedures
4Contribute to sale forecasting in relation to warehousing, distributions and the supply chain operations
- 4.1 Sales forecasting and control processes are determined
- 4.2 The relationship and impact between the customer, the market and the sales forecast is analysed
- 4.3 The process of sales forecasting and its impact on the supply chain, warehousing and distribution, is evaluated
- 4.4 Financial implications of effective sales forecasting is determined
- 4.5 A sales forecast is performed to identify the impact on the supply chain, and warehousing and distribution operation
5Make recommendations to improve supply chain effectiveness
- 5.1 The impact of management tools and reporting lines in relation to the supply chain process is analysed
- 5.2 Quality measures are applied to the supply chain operations
- 5.3 Recommendations are made regarding any potential improvements to the supply chain operations according to organisational policies and procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Supply chain operations may include:
inventory models
inventory - purposes/costs
logistics
component suppliers (including first and second tier)
manufacturers
wholesalers
third party service providers
retailers
customers
recyclers
freight
distribution
cash flow
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
OH&S
environmental sustainability
reporting
business relationships
quality systems
security procedures
communication protocols
despatch processes
lot sizing and costs
control strategies
categorisation and control inventory
Relevant legislation may include:
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
Trade Practices Act
Sales of Goods Act
Quality measures may include:
relevant Australian Standards, criteria and certification requirements
variation analysis
customer service and satisfaction
benchmarking SCOR
lean
agile
TQM
Sales forecasting may include:
globalisation
world economy
human/physical resource planning
prediction/projection of sales
customer needs/demands
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Supply chain operations may include:
inventory models
inventory - purposes/costs
logistics
component suppliers (including first and second tier)
manufacturers
wholesalers
third party service providers
retailers
customers
recyclers
freight
distribution
cash flow
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
OH&S
environmental sustainability
reporting
business relationships
quality systems
security procedures
communication protocols
despatch processes
lot sizing and costs
control strategies
categorisation and control inventory
Relevant legislation may include:
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
Trade Practices Act
Sales of Goods Act
Quality measures may include:
relevant Australian Standards, criteria and certification requirements
variation analysis
customer service and satisfaction
benchmarking SCOR
lean
agile
TQM
Sales forecasting may include:
globalisation
world economy
human/physical resource planning
prediction/projection of sales
customer needs/demands
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency should be demonstrated on at least one occasion covering the scope of the unit of competence
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency should be demonstrated on at least one occasion covering the scope of the unit of competence
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWL31 | TLIP4038 | Monitor a supply chain operation | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W940 | TLI42010 | Certificate IV in Logistics | Qualification |