Logistics is one of the most important career fields in the world. Without the planning and execution of the distribution of resources, society as we know it would cease to function and food shortages would cause chaos around the world.
Every company uses logistics even though full-time logistics managers may not be employed. The work of a logistician begins with bringing in the supplies and raw materials necessary for a business or organization to operate.
Inbound logistics are then used in conjunction with outbound logistics to distribute products or services where they are in demand.If you are thinking about a career change, the field of logistics has much to offer.
- New opportunities are opening in logistics:
Estimates provided by the U.S. Department of Labor show that logistics jobs will increase in number by 25.5 percent from 2010 to 2020. This estimate means that an additional 27,800 jobs will have been created in this timespan.
- Advancement opportunities in logistics are plentiful
Because logistics has so many facets and levels, opportunities for advancement are always available. In addition, the logistics industry tends to promote and train low-level employees to high-level positions rather than hire from the outside. Promotions are commonplace, and the hardest working and most innovative individuals can advance quickly.
- Logistics careers are rarely boring
The word boredom is not in the vocabularies of most people with careers in logistics. The sheer variety of work always keeps the job interesting, and crossover may occur when one facet is slow but another is bustling. In addition, many companies specializing in logistics deal with a wide variety of materials and goods.
- People working in logistics develop fraternal relationships
People who have a career in logistics cite their coworkers as one of its great advantages. Logistics can be a demanding field, and those working in it develop a high level of pride in their jobs.
- Logistics is a stepping stone into the field of international business
Many people who begin a career in logistics find that they quickly gain enough experience with international business to develop new skills or open new opportunities. Learning a second language is much easier when you are working with people who speak that language. In addition, it may be possible to relocate to other countries temporarily or permanently.
Written By
-Gazi Sanaul Hasan
Cargo Sales Executive,Singapore Airlines Cargo
B.Sc in Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Masters in Operation Management,Indian Institute of Management
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