Lubricant Business Management & Operations Excellence
$5500.00
LUB-201 | Lubricant Business Management & Operations Excellence
Category: Management | Level: Intermediate–Senior | Duration: 5 Days
Course Code | LUB-201 |
Duration | 5 Days |
Level | Intermediate–Senior |
Category | Management |
Target Audience | Lubricant business unit managers, operations directors, supply chain managers, and senior technical managers transitioning to general management roles. |
Course Overview
A holistic business management program designed specifically for the lubricants industry. Covers strategic planning, financial management, supply chain optimization, human resources, and performance management within lubricant blending and distribution businesses.
Learning Objectives
• Develop and execute a business strategy for a lubricant operation
• Manage P&L, working capital, and cost structures in a blending business
• Optimize supply chain from base oil procurement to customer delivery
• Lead and develop high-performing lubricant business teams
• Apply operational excellence and lean manufacturing to blending plants
5-Day Course Agenda
Day | Title | Key Topics |
Day 1 | Strategic Planning for Lubricant Businesses | Industry landscape analysis; SWOT for lubricant SMEs; product portfolio strategy; market segmentation (automotive, industrial, marine); strategic roadmap development |
Day 2 | Financial Management & Business KPIs | P&L management for lubricant operations; pricing strategy and margin control; working capital management; capex evaluation for plant investment; KPI dashboards |
Day 3 | Supply Chain & Procurement Management | Base oil market dynamics; additive supplier management; single vs. multi-sourcing; inventory optimization (EOQ, safety stock); logistics cost management |
Day 4 | Operations Excellence & Lean Manufacturing | 5S implementation in blending plants; OEE tracking; waste reduction (overblending, rework, returns); maintenance management; ISO 9001 audit management |
Day 5 | Leadership, HR & Team Development | Competency frameworks for lubricant organizations; talent pipeline development; performance appraisal systems; change management; building a safety culture |
Training Methodology
Executive case studies, financial modeling exercises, supply chain simulation, leadership assessments, and group business planning workshops.
Certification
Certificate of Completion – Lubricant Business Management & Operations Excellence (SCI Training and Consultation Center FZE)
