What Is A Logistics And Supply Chain Professional?
The Logistics and Supply Chain Operations is a modern practices and concepts of logistics and supply chain management as a vital part of corporate success in the local and global marketplace.
Logistics and Supply Chain Professionals undertake numerous responsibilities in the logistics and supply chain operations which includes:
- coordinating logistics
- coordinating transportation
- freight forwarding operations
- optimizing order frequency
- cycles and transit options
- scheduling delivery
- track status and expedite overdue shipments
- sourcing suppliers
- inquire quotations and tender submissions
- negotiating pricing and terms of delivery a
- negotiating contract details
- processing purchase orders
- freight forwarding and other Documentation
- Inventory Management
Job Opportunities
Entry-level careers in purchasing, logistics and supply chain management in various industries, public sector, retail, freight forwarding, import/export and other areas of the economy. Graduates will be responsible for planning and supporting decision making processes related to sourcing, supplier selection, purchasing, transportation, warehousing, inventory management, quality assurance and disposition of goods and materials. Potential employers range from traditional manufacturers and retailers to supply chain specialists like consulting firms and transportation service providers.
As a Logistics and Supply Chain Operations , you can find opportunities as:
- Retail and Distribution
- Transportation
- Service Firms
- Manufacturing and Production
- Consulting
- Third Party Logistics (3PL)
- Customs
- Delivery Firms
- Warehousing
- Freight Forwarding
- Import / Export Business