Jobs In Logistics Slides

Jobs in logistics. Introduction. Shipping operations manager. What does road transport manager do? Road transport manager. Warehouse manager. Activities. Freight forwarder. Driver.

Has to work closely with clients, suppliers and transport companies and plan the delivery and the dispatch of goods Has to make sure that stock is stored correctly and safely Responds to and deals with customer communication by email and telephone. Coordinates the use of automated and computerised systems. Organizes the recruitment and training of staff. Responsible for security arrangements at the warehouse.

Activities: Arranges routes and schedules, and confirming details with carriers Negotiates rates and arranging insurance Calculates weight, volume and cost of goods to be moved Clears goods through customs and arranging for duties or taxes to be paid Tracks freight and keeps customers up to date with progress.

In conclusion, logistics is a complex process of actions that needs to be done so the product could reach the customer. Those studying business logistics, after graduation will become managers, and shall manage their certain sphere of this process.