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Jobs in the Logistics Sector: Skills required for the job roles

Deepika Yalamanchili by Deepika Yalamanchili
April 28, 2019
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If you are a young enthusiast wanting to prove your worth in the supply chain sector, or if you are looking for a challenging hustle, this is the right place for you! The logistics sector is offering a diverse range of to potential job seekers. From simple transportation jobs to the much complex management positions, the logistics industry has them all. Go ahead and find out what the logistics sector has to offer.

The jobs available in this industry can be broadly categorized into several fields. Let us look at these areas in detail.

Jobs in the Logistics SectorProduct Logistics, management and operations
These roles manage and operate the production units and support the manufacturing and assembling process.

Popular job roles

    • Kitting and Labeling
    • Material handling operator and technician
    • Loading surveyor
    • Perishable product handling specialist

Skills required

  • Product management skills
  • Time management skills
  • Dexterity
  • Attention to detail

Transportation and Warehousing Management and Operations 

These jobs manage the movement of goods and support fleet management. The job role includes timely movement, effective handling, loading and unloading of freight. Consequently they also manage the planning and execution of warehousing, to ensure the safe and efficient storage to meet the customer requirements in terms of quality, time, service and standards.

Popular Job Roles

    • Lead courier
    • Warehousing pickers, binners, packers and managers
    • Cargo surveyor
    • Inventory clerk

Skills required

  • Mechanical skills
  • Visual ability
  • Hand eye coordination
  • Time management skills
  • Dexterity

Marketing, sales and customer service

These positions identify the needs of the customer, develop customer relations and sales, and provide quality services to ensure product satisfaction among consumers.

Popular Job roles

    • Courier branch Sales executive
    • Telecom executive
    • Customer service executive
    • Courier claims processor

Skills required

  • Honesty
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Persuasion
  • Proficiency in languages
  • Patience

Logistics process improvement and IT services

Being dynamic in nature, the logistic sector necessitates rapid and constant change in terms of technology. This calls for a constant need of development and implementation of IT solutions to improve services to the customer.

Popular Job Roles

  • Innovation and development executive
  • Solutions engineer
  • Ecommerce Operations Manager
  • Warehouse data feeder and developer

Skills required

  • Adaptability
  • Creativity
  • Critical thinking
  • Analytical skills
  • Innovative skills

General logistics, management and operations

These roles support the overall management and integrate the efforts of the areas of production, transportation, warehousing and supply. These positions coordinate all the areas of logistics to ensure that the customer needs are met, in a timely and cost effective manner.

Popular Job Roles

  • General Operations manager
  • Floor Operations manager
  • Documentation manager
  • Ship and Yard Planning Supervisor

Skills required

  • Team working skills
  • Decision making skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Critical thinking

Logistic placements can offer long and fulfilling careers. Logistics professionals derive immense pride and satisfaction from their work which places them in a frontline position to impact the country’s economy. Because of the dynamism of the industry, there are also many opportunities for international and technical exposure. With consistent growth and holistic development, the logistic sector is ready to grow beyond the boundaries. The emphasis on skill development is bound the shape the already growing sector into something much stronger and progressive. So what are you waiting for? Get ready to work in India’s ever growing logistics industry and witness yourself racing towards success!

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