This book presents to the readers the various important topics coming under the purview of materials management viz., materials planning and control, organizing for materials management, purchasing management, stores management, inventory management, materials handling, spare parts management etc. The book consists of exhibits, box illustrations, solved problems and review questions which will add value to the knowledge imparted to the readers in this book.
Contents :
1. Introduction to Materials Management
2. Materials Planning and Control
3. Organising for Materials Management
4. Purchasing Management
5. Vendor Development
6. Value Analysis
7. International Purchasing
8. Stores Management
9. Materials Handling
10. Inventory Management
11. Spare Parts Management
12. Computer Application in Materials Management
