With a degree in supply chain management, you will gain a well-rounded education that will prepare you for experiences in the real world. Because this degree covers so many subjects, and is so extensive, you will be able to work in many industries.
Below is a breakdown of nine interesting careers in supply chain, employers and industries that hire supply chain professionals and resources for further career information. Some careers may require addition skills or further education. For more information on qualifications, jobs and career specifics consult the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook.
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
MEDIAN PAY: $98,230/YR
JOB OUTLOOK: Growing at 5-10% (average)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Supply chain managers determine equipment and staffing to manage materials, they also manage activities related to sourcing, purchasing, materials planning, inventory control, warehousing and receiving. They also work with transportation, delivery and customer service loops.
PURCHASING MANAGER
MEDIAN PAY: $75,410/YR
JOB OUTLOOK: -4% (decline)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing managers plan, direct, and coordinate the buying of materials, products, or services for wholesalers, retailers, or organizations. They oversee the work of procurement-related occupations including buyers and purchasing agents.
MANAGEMENT ANALYST
MEDIAN PAY: $93,000/YR
JOB OUTLOOK: Growing at 14% (faster than average)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Management analysts, often called management consultants, propose ways to improve an organization’s efficiency. They advise managers on how to make organizations more profitable through reduced costs and increased revenues.
OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST
MEDIAN PAY: $82,360/YR
JOB OUTLOOK: Growing at 25% (much faster than average)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Operations research analysts use advanced mathematical and analytical methods to help organizations investigate complex issues, identify and solve problems, and make better decisions.
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION MGR
MEDIAN PAY: $103,150/YR
JOB OUTLOOK: Growing at 5% (slower than average)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Industrial production managers oversee the daily operations of manufacturing and related plants. They coordinate, plan, and direct the activities used to create a wide range of goods, such as cars, computer equipment, or paper products.
LOGISTICIAN
MEDIAN PAY: $77,030/YR
JOB OUTLOOK: Growing at 30% (much faster than average)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Logisticians analyze and coordinate an organization’s supply chain—the system that moves a product from supplier to consumer. They manage the entire life cycle of a product, which includes how a product is acquired, distributed, allocated, and delivered.
TOP EXECUTIVE (CEO, COO, VP)
MEDIAN PAY: $98,980/YR
JOB OUTLOOK: Growing at 8% (as fast as average)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities of companies and organizations.
TRANSPORTATION MANAGER
MEDIAN PAY: $94,560/YR
JOB OUTLOOK: Growing at 5% (as fast as average)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Transportation managers monitor operations to ensure work is accomplished in a manner consistent with the company's requirements, dispatch route, and track all transportation.
STORAGE & DISTRIBUTION MGR
MEDIAN PAY: $98,230/YR
JOB OUTLOOK: Growing at 5% (average)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Plan, direct, or coordinate the storage or distribution operations within an organization or the activities of organizations that are engaged in storing or distributing materials or products.
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