Mastering Reverse Logistics Management & Circular Economy

An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Mastering Reverse Logistics Management & Circular Economy

Building Sustainable Value Chains through Resource Recovery and Intelligent Returns Management

UPCOMING SESSIONS

Classroom sessions
DateVenueFee
17-21 Nov 2025Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT
09-13 Feb 2026Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT
22-26 Jun 2026Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT
12-16 Oct 2026Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT

Training Course Overview

This Reverse Logistics Training and Circular Economy Course is designed to empower professionals with the strategic and operational tools needed to lead sustainability efforts through efficient reverse logistics systems and circular economy principles. In today’s resource-constrained and environmentally conscious marketplace, organizations must transition from traditional linear models to circular ones that prioritize reuse, recycling, and value recovery.

This Reverse Logistics Management Training delivers a practical understanding of how reverse flows—such as returns, repairs, refurbishments, and responsible disposal—can be transformed into business value. Participants will explore how to implement closed-loop systems, design circular supply chains, and align with global ESG goals and regulatory standards. Real-life case studies and proven frameworks will provide actionable insights, enabling attendees to reduce waste, recover costs, and enhance sustainability across operations.

This course is essential for professionals aiming to drive innovation, meet regulatory compliance, and embed environmental stewardship at the core of their business strategies.

Training Course Objectives

By the end of this Circular Economy & Reverse Logistics Training Course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand key concepts of the circular economy and their business relevance
  • Identify reverse logistics opportunities in product design, procurement, and operations
  • Develop and implement effective systems for returns, repairs, recycling, and re-manufacturing
  • Align processes with environmental regulations and international sustainability standards
  • Evaluate performance using circular economy metrics and reporting frameworks
  • Formulate a strategic roadmap to integrate circularity across the supply chain

Designed for

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professional but will greatly benefit:

  • Supply chain, logistics & distribution management
  • Sustainability, CSR & ESG strategy teams
  • Manufacturing & operations managers
  • Product design & R&D engineers
  • Procurement & sourcing professionals
  • Quality & compliance officers
  • Waste management & recycling coordinators
  • Business development & innovation managers
  • Anyone seeking to embed circular economy principles into their operations

Learning Methods

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.

The Course Outline

Day One: Foundations of Circular Economy
  • From linear to circular: understanding the shift
  • The principles of designing out waste and pollution
  • Product life cycle thinking: cradle-to-cradle vs. cradle-to-grave
  • Business benefits of circular models (cost savings, new markets, brand reputation)
  • Global trends and regulations pushing circularity (EU Green Deal, Extended Producer Responsibility laws, ESG pressures)
  • Case examples from electronics, automotive, apparel, and FMCG
Day Two: Reverse Logistics Essentials
  • Defining reverse logistics vs. traditional logistics
  • Types of reverse flows: returns, warranty recoveries, end-of-life take-back, recalls
  • Structuring reverse logistics networks (collection points, repair centers, recycling hubs)
  • Cost drivers and value recovery levers
  • IT systems for tracking returns and product status
  • Collaborative reverse logistics with 3PLs and recycling partners
Day Three: Enabling Circularity Through Design and Procurement
  • Designing products for reuse, repair, upgrade, and recyclability
  • Modular design and standardization
  • Sustainable materials sourcing and supplier engagement
  • Integrating circular KPIs into procurement contracts
  • Practical exercise: mapping circular opportunities in a sample product portfolio
Day Four: Managing Returns, Remanufacturing & Recycling
  • Best practices for handling consumer returns and defectives
  • Setting up refurbishment and remanufacturing operations
  • Managing waste streams: sorting, reprocessing, safe disposal
  • Complying with hazardous waste and e-waste regulations
  • Certifications & standards (ISO 14001, WEEE, RoHS)
  • Case studies on closed-loop systems in different industries
Day Five: Strategy, Innovation & Measuring Impact
  • Developing a circular economy roadmap for your organization
  • Business models that support circularity: leasing, product-as-a-service, buy-back programs
  • Using digital tools (IoT, blockchain) for material tracing and reverse logistics efficiency
  • Sustainability metrics & reporting (carbon savings, waste diverted, lifecycle assessments)
  • Workshop: building a business case for a circular or reverse logistics initiative
  • Wrap-up: barriers, change management, and how to foster a circular culture

The Certificate

  • Anderson Certificate of Completion will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

In Association With

Aztech
Copex
Coventry
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