ISCO Occupation Group 1324.3 Logistics And Distribution Manager

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Logistics And Distribution Manager: 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.

Essential Skills

  • Liaise With Transportation Companies
  • Provide Operational Efficiency Training To Employees
  • Solve Operational Transport Problems
  • Regulations For International Transportation
  • E-Commerce Systems
  • Develop Efficiency Plans For Logistics Operations
  • Work In A Logistics Team
  • Handle Stressful Situations
  • Encourage Teams For Continuous Improvement
  • Analyse Supply Chain Trends
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Manage The Fleet According To Planned Operations
  • Types Of Packaging Used In Industrial Shipments
  • Manage Dispatch Software Systems
  • Understand Supply Chain Improvements In Relation To Profit Gains
  • Ensure Continuous Preparedness For Audits
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Safety Regulations For Warehouses
  • Manage Staff
  • Anticipate The Overhaul Of The Fleet
  • Control Reorder Points
  • Goods Transported From Warehouse Facilities
  • Analyse Supply Chain Strategies
  • Give Instructions To Staff
  • Liaise With Colleagues
  • Perform Cost Accounting Activities
  • Communicate With Shipment Forwarders
  • Conduct Full-Scale Emergency Plan Exercises
  • Freight Transport Methods
  • Coordinate Dock Operations
  • Consider Economic Criteria In Decision Making
  • Comply With Checklists


Optional Skills

  • Coordinate Import Transportation Activities
  • Show Confidence
  • Oversee Warehouse Value-Added Activities
  • Cooperate With Colleagues
  • Coordinate Export Transportation Activities
  • Liaise With Port Users
  • Improve Rail Service Delivery
  • Transportation Methods
  • Have Computer Literacy
  • Use Different Communication Channels
  • Check Dangerous Goods Transport Unit


Alternative Names

  • Logistics Manager
  • Manager Of Logistics And Distribution
  • Logistics Coordinator
  • Director Of Logistics And Distribution
  • Distribution And Logistics Manager
  • Distribution Coordinator
  • Distribution Logistics Manager
  • Logistics And Distribution Director
  • Supply Chain Logistics Manager
  • Logistics & Distribution Manager
  • Distribution & Logistics Manager
  • Logistics Operations Manager
  • Logistics Director
  • Logistics Supply Chain Coordinator


Specializations

Specialization Title
C1324.3.3 ISCO Specialization 1324.3.3 Intermodal Logistics Manager
C1324.3.4 ISCO Specialization 1324.3.4 Supply Chain Manager
C1324.3.2 ISCO Specialization 1324.3.2 Import Export Manager
C1324.3.5 ISCO Specialization 1324.3.5 Warehouse Manager
C1324.3.1 ISCO Specialization 1324.3.1 Distribution Manager

Higher Level