Logistics and transport

Logistics and transport are two related areas which both offer good career opportunities for graduates.

Logistics describes the management of activities associated with the planning and movement of materials, parts and finished goods across companies, together with the information flow that accompanies it. Graduate programmes for logistics jobs are available both in-house and through specialist logistics service providers. Promotion to the role of logistics manager is a clear progression route.

Transport managers are concerned with the movement of people or freight and the different transport methods. Employers can include organisations in the logistics and distribution sectors, manufacturers, retail and FMCG chains, contract fleets, passenger transport companies, freight transport companies, consultancies and courier services.

These careers would suit graduates who can demonstrate initiative, flexibility and self-motivation. Attention to detail and excellent organisational, problem solving and planning skills are also required.