Analysis
Reducing Inventory Costs for a Mid-Size Electronics Manufacturer
Overview
What this challenge is about.
As a supply chain analyst, you must analyze CircuitPro's inventory data (provided in a simulated dataset) and propose improvements. Tasks include: classifying inventory using ABC analysis, setting optimal reorder points and safety stock levels, and recommending a vendor-managed inventory (VMI) program for key suppliers. Success is a 10% reduction in inventory costs while maintaining a 95% service level. Deliver a report with quantitative analysis and implementation plan.
The Brief
What you'll do, and what you'll demonstrate.
Redesign the inventory management system for a mid-size electronics manufacturer to reduce costs while maintaining high service levels.
Earning criteria — what you'll demonstrate
- Apply ABC analysis to prioritize inventory management efforts
- Calculate safety stock and reorder points using demand variability and lead time
- Evaluate the benefits and challenges of vendor-managed inventory
- Develop a data-driven inventory reduction strategy
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