Logistics and Supply Chain Management Careers

In this fast changing world Logistics and the broader area of Supply Chain Management are becoming increasingly important. A career in logistics management gives you numerous possibilities to succeed and excel. Salaries are competitive, responsibilities make the position exciting, and the opportunity to advance is always available. So whether you work directly with clients, operate transportation equipment, are involved in the implementation of new technologies or manage everyday activities, you will play an important role in functioning of the supply chain.

Virtually every critical business activity is a component of logistics, meaning that logistics is a part of nearly every type of organization throughout the world. From merchandising firms, to government agencies, to transportation companies, to consulting firms, to third party logistics firms and to service institutions, logistics presents many career opportunities. The long-range opportunities in logistics management are reflected by the following potential employment opportunities:

• Supply Chain Manager
• Business Development Director
• Transportation Manager
• Claims Manager
• Warehouse Operations Manager
• Traffic Manager
• Purchasing Manager
• Director of Distribution
• Consultant
• Import Agent
• Logistics Specialist
• Sales & Marketing Director
• Materials Manager
• Export Coordinator
• Production Manager
• Quality Assurance Manager
• Systems Support Manager (MIS)
• Shipping Coordinator
• Inventory Coordinator
• Customer Service Manager
• Operations Manager
• Logistics Director

Careers in Logistics
http://www.clm1.org/Website/Career/Careers.asp

Traineeships in Transport Careers Guide
http://www.ttabsa.asn.au/pdf/Transport%20Careers%20Guide.pdf

Careers in Transport
http://www.careersintransport.org/

New Apprenticeships in Transport and Distribution (Commonwealth)
http://www.newapprenticeships.gov.au/

New Apprenticeships in Transport and Distribution (NT) http://www.nacnt.com.au/contactus.asp

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