Careers in logistics

Council of Logistics Management, 2001. — 37 p.The Nature and Importance of Logistics
What is logistics?
How important is logistics?
What is the role of logistics in the organization?
Who works in logistics management?
Salary Information
Do logistics managers earn high salaries?
Why are there such wide salary ranges?
How can I estimate my earnings potential?
Are benefits important?
Where the Jobs Are
What kinds of organizations employ logistics managers?
What is the most common career path in logistics?
Where do new logistics managers get started?
What skills do logistics managers need?
Job Profiles
Analyst
Consultant
Customer Service Manager
International Logistics Manager
Inventory Control Manager
Logistics Engineer
Logistics Manager
Logistics Services Salesperson
Logistics Software Manager
Materials Manager
Production Manager
Purchasing Manager
Supply Chain Manager
Systems Support Manager (MIS)
Transportation Manager
Vendor Managed Inventory Coordinator
Warehouse Operations Manager
Education and Training Required
Is a college degree essential for a career in logistics management?
How important is a graduate degree?
What if I haven’t completed a college degree?
What type of experience/training should I obtain?
What should I do if I already have a degree?
Where Can I Go For Additional Information?
Council of Logistics Management