Job hunting decisions and tips
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How do I get a graduate job in logistics and transport?
Everything you need to know about getting a graduate job in logistics, transport or supply chain, including graduate salaries and where to find vacancies.
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Graduate employers in logistics, supply chain and transport planning
Thinking about a career in logistics, supply chain or transport planning? Here are some of the leading graduate employers in the field.
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Getting onto a graduate scheme in logistics, transport and supply chain
Not sure how to kick-start your career in logistics, transport or supply chain? Read our top tips to help you secure a place on a graduate scheme.
Interviews and assessment centres
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Acing your logistics or supply chain assessment day
Find out what to expect and how to make a great impression on the day. We've even got tips from a graduate recruiter who knows exactly what logistics and supply chain employers are looking for.
Skills and competencies
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Key skills for logistics and supply chain graduate jobs
TARGETjobs speaks to graduate recruiters at DHL and Associated British Foods to find out what they are really looking for from applicants to their logistics, supply chain and operations schemes.
Internships and placements
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Nine reasons to do a placement year in logistics and supply chain
Boost your chances of getting a supply chain or logistics graduate job by doing a formal placement scheme part-way through your degree. Plus, find out more good reasons to apply and see our application tips too.
Working life
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Graduate careers in transport planning: what would I do?
Is transport planning for you? Find out about work experience, qualifications and prospects for a graduate transport planning job.
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Graduate careers in logistics and supply chain: what do they really involve?
Logistics and supply chain is about getting products and services to the right place at the right time. Explore the graduate career opportunities in this sector.
Job descriptions
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Logistics/distribution manager: job description
Logistics managers or distribution managers are responsible for coordinating the storage, transportation and delivery of goods.
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Air traffic controller: job description
Air traffic controllers are responsible for directing the safe movement of aircraft arriving and departing from airports and along major air routes.
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Transportation planner: job description
Transportation planners (also known as transport planners) assess public, private and commercial transportation needs and analyse and devise new road/transportation schemes.
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Warehouse manager: job description
Warehouse managers are responsible for organising the safe and efficient receipt, storage and despatch of warehoused goods.