ABOUT THE SUPPLY CHAIN PRACTITIONER (NQF LEVEL 5)
A Supply Chain Practitioner plays a key role in enabling the seamless movement of goods and services across local and global markets. Acting as a coordinator of supply chain activities, the practitioner ensures that goods are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and cost-effectively.
This qualification develops the knowledge and skills required to manage and coordinate various functions in the supply chain, including freight forwarding, customs compliance, multimodal transport, inventory management, procurement, warehousing, and logistics planning.
Learners will acquire an understanding of international and local trade environments, including customs regulations, incoterms, documentation, transportation modes, and supply chain risk management. This will prepare them to operate confidently in a dynamic and integrated global supply chain.
Key Competencies Developed:
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Understand the end-to-end supply chain and the role of a practitioner within it
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Apply knowledge of customs and international trade regulations
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Plan and execute freight movement using air, sea, road, and rail transport
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Coordinate with service providers and stakeholders across the supply chain
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Interpret and apply logistics documentation and incoterms
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Monitor and improve operational efficiencies
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Use technology in supply chain operations, including Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and supply chain information systems
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Comply with quality, safety, and legal standards
Industry Context:
The Supply Chain Practitioner qualification is aligned with global best practices and equips learners to engage with both private and public sector supply chain stakeholders. Practitioners will understand the global logistics environment and be equipped to support South African trade and economic growth by ensuring that goods flow smoothly across borders.
This qualification is ideal for those working in or aspiring to work in roles such as:
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Freight forwarding operations
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Import/export coordination
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Transport and logistics planning
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Supply chain support services
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Procurement and warehouse support roles
