Description
Logistics and distribution managers take decisions on logistic services, operations and provisions. They take internal and external variables into consideration for effective and successful organisational logistic services. They give appropriate support to all the activities of the supply chain from the beginning to the end. These professionals organise the storage and distribution of goods and ensure that the right products are delivered to the right location on time and at a good cost.
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Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
manage dispatch software systemssolve operational transport problemscoordinate dock operationshandle stressful situations in the work placedevelop efficiency plans for logistics operationsconsider economic criteria in decision makingdirect logistical functionsliaise with colleaguesgive instructions to staffliaise with transportation companiesperform cost accounting activitiesmanage staffcontrol reorder pointsanalyse business plansmanage transport of goods from warehouse facilitiesmanage the fleet according to planned operationscreate a work atmosphere of continuous improvementanalyse relation between supply chain improvement and profitcommunicate with shipment forwardersanticipate the overhaul of the fleetanalyse supply chain trendsanalyse supply chain strategieswork in a logistics teamcomply with checklistsattend to detail in preparation for auditsprovide operational efficiency training to employeesconduct full-scale emergency plan exercisescheck dangerous goods transport unitcooperate with colleaguesoversee warehouse value-added activitiesliaise with port usersmanage budgetscoordinate import transportation activitiesimprove rail service deliveryidentify software for warehouse managementhave computer literacycoordinate export transportation activitiesuse different communication channels