Logistics Workers Seek Career Advice

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“Hey everyone! I’m currently making a career pivot from communications into supply chain and logistics. I have an MBA with a concentration in Finance and a BS in Mass Communications. I’m currently working as a QA Receiving Associate in a warehouse, where I inspect incoming products, verify product details, and update inventory listings in a database. I took this role because I see it as a great entry point into the supply chain field. My long-term goal is to become a Supply Chain Analyst. For tho”

“Transitioning from entry level backend bank office work, taking a CSCP course (still need to get the actual certification) and months of applying I'm finally getting two offers for a logistics role in Florida and I'm torn on which to accept. One is TMM Inc which is a logistics contractor for the military who's primary focus is moving military personnel and their items, the role is Move Coordinator. The role pays around $47k plus overtime, mainly B2B and they offer a hybrid (3 days on”

“Transitioning from entry level backend bank office work, taking a CSCP course (still need to get the actual certification) and months of applying I'm finally getting two offers for a logistics role in Florida and I'm torn on which to accept. One is TMM Inc which is a logistics contractor for the military who's primary focus is moving military personnel and their items, the role is Move Coordinator. The role pays around $47k plus overtime, mainly B2B and they offer a hybrid (3 days on”

“Hi everyone, I’m 23, based in Chennai, and originally from Kerala. I currently work in the supply chain department of a good MNC and have been thinking seriously about my long-term career. I’m interested in digital marketing, especially performance marketing, e-commerce, and brand building. At the same time, I want to build a business of my own in the future, either by creating an e-commerce brand or exporting Indian products to other countries. I’m confused about which direction to take: Digita”

“Hi guys, this is my first post in this subreddit. I’m looking to start a post graduation program in supply chain management in Toronto. I’m 26 and my background has nothing to do with supply chain really. I have a Communication degree and a few years of work experience in video editing. I wanna change my field of work, and this program might interest me. Good thing about this program is the option to get a SAP certification during the course, which from my research is one of the most used softwa”

“I'm 26, originally from Hong Kong, and currently living alone in north west England. I have a 2:1 degree in Education from EdUHK, but my work experience in the UK has mainly been in warehousing, logistics and stock control. I've worked in warehouse administration, stock control and inventory management, including using WMS and Excel. I also hold Counterbalance, Reach Truck certifications, as well as a full UK driving licence. I currently work as a permanent warehouse operative at Tesco,”

“I’m a senior graduating this spring with a supply chain degree. I currently work part time at a 3PL in truckload, mostly dealing with drayage, so I’ll graduate with about a year of experience. I like the company and the people, but from what I’ve heard, full-time pay and opportunities to move up are pretty limited. I’ve got 3 solidified second round interviews for logistics roles in the city I want to move too, but I also landed a final interview for a metals commodity trader development program”

“Hi all, I’ve got about six years of direct transportation/logistics experience and probably another five years from previous jobs. I’m studying for my MPA with a certificate in healthcare management (anticipated graduation May 2027) and have my CPIM. I’m trying to pivot from transportation to a medical supply chain role but having trouble getting traction with my resume. Does anyone in the medical supply chain field have advice for what sort of transferable skills I should emphasize or where I s”

“I’m graduating with a Supply Chain Management degree and currently make around $20/hour working in warehouse operations and logistics. I’ve been learning a lot, and my coworkers are great. Recently, I interviewed with a small oil and gas company that recently moved its headquarters to the US. They have around 10 employees and are looking for someone to essentially manage their supply chain as a Supply Chain Specialist, starting at $75k. The interview went well, and I think I have a good shot at”

“I’m recently (may) graduated with a Supply Chain Management degree and currently make around $20/hour working in warehouse operations and logistics. I’ve been learning a lot, and my coworkers are great honestly I love the job, but since it’s low pay I’ve been exploring other options. Recently, I interviewed with a small oil and gas company that recently moved its headquarters to the US. They have around 10 employees and are looking for someone to essentially manage their supply chain as a Supply”

“Hi everyone, I’m looking for some genuine career advice from people working in procurement, supply chain, material planning, or related fields. I have around 1.3 years of experience in supply chain, and I’ve been working as a **Purchase Executive in a manufacturing company for the past year**. My responsibilities have involved purchasing, vendor coordination, material planning, dispatch planning, logistics, ERP/SAP operations, Excel reporting, and coordination with the production team.”

“Hi everyone, I’m looking for some genuine career advice from people working in procurement, supply chain, material planning, or related fields. I have around 1.3 years of experience in supply chain, and I’ve been working as a **Purchase Executive in a manufacturing company for the past year**. My responsibilities have involved purchasing, vendor coordination, material planning, dispatch planning, logistics, ERP/SAP operations, Excel reporting, and coordination with the production team.”

“I have over 15 years of warehouse experience and a marketing degree. I have worked in order picking, shipping, driving a cherry picker, and cycle counting. I just don't know what type of supply chain roles i should look for other than an analyst or coordinator position but i keep getting rejected. submitted by /u/holycrap100 [link] [comments]”

“Hi everyone, I’m looking for advice on pursuing a master’s in fashion-related fields, particularly fashion analytics and forecasting, textile management, luxury management or fashion business. My background is in business and operations. I have a BBA with a CGPA of 6.77/10, a PGDM in Business Management in canada, and experience related to business analysis, consulting, retail operations, procurement and supply chain. I’m also pursuing MITx’s Supply Chain Management MicroMasters. Although my aca”

“Hey everyone! I'm looking for some advice on the best path forward in my IT career. A little background: I previously worked in logistics as a freight broker/logistics coordinator for about 6–7 years. I eventually decided to switch careers because, in my experience, the hours were pretty brutal, and I wanted something with better long-term growth and work-life balance. I made the jump into tech through a nonprofit organization (NPO) that offered IT training, where I learned the fundamentals”

“Hi everyone, I’d like to introduce myself. I’m 23 years old, Italian, and I work in Italy, but I didn’t get any answers on the Italian subreddit, so I thought I’d ask here. I have a degree in Economics and I’m currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Business Administration. I’ve been working for about a year at an automotive company in the purchasing department. I mainly deal with raw materials, both from a planning and quality perspective. I also work on BOMs (Bills of Materials) and I often ta”

“Hi! I already have a Bachelor’s Degree in an unrelated field and found out my state offers a free Associate’s Degree in Supply Chain. I’ve been considering going back to school to transition into a field that doesn’t lock me in to a major city (currently working in music business). I’ve been working for 5+ years since graduating. Is it possible to find a job in supply chain w/ only an Associate’s Degree? I’m hesitate on getting another Bachelor’s so I’m trying to gauge my options. Thank you in a”

“Hi everyone, I'm doing a master's in Supply Chain, and I work part-time in a warehouse, sorting and scanning packages. I enjoy the hands-on side, and now I'm thinking carefully about how to build a long-term career from here. These are the areas I'm considering: Procurement Operations / logistics planning Supply chain analytics (I'm learning Power BI) Sustainability and humanitarian logistics I'd really value advice from people with experience in the field: Which directio”

“Hello! I'm looking for some advice on breaking into logistics. What I'm looking for: Logistics analyst or something similar. Background overview: I'm 27M with no degree and have worked blue color roles pretty much my whole career, 3 years of which is warehouse experience. I'm a very hands on person and love to learn new things. Because of that mindset and my work experience, I have some level of skills/knowledge ranging from heavy equipment operation/maintenance and tools (I grew”

“Anyone willing to give any input, all the threads I’m seeing are years old and seem a bit less relevant I am 25 years old, graduated with a Bach in international supply chain & logistics living in DFW (Texas). I am currently employed at a well known 3PL and am contracted with their biggest client. This is my first adult job and I’ve been here for 2 years. In my role I would occasionally would do my work remotely. If I had had car troubles or felt sick I’d just call my lead and work from home”

“Anyone willing to give any input, all the threads I’m seeing are years old and seem a bit less relevant I am 25 years old, graduated with a Bach in international supply chain & logistics living in DFW (Texas). I am currently employed at a well known 3PL and am contracted with their biggest client. This is my first adult job and I’ve been here for 2 years. In my role I would occasionally would do my work remotely. If I had had car troubles or felt sick I’d just call my lead and work from home”

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“Hi all! Today marks my 8th year in supply chain and I don't really know where to go from where I am currently. Ive gone from warehouse sup to operations to purchasing. I'm 35 in Ga working for a national supplier making $60k. While the benefits and wfh are nice, I feel I'm way behind in pay. I travel some internationally for work and handle sourcing, buying, and payment terms for our international branches. I have a bachelors degree in Supply Chain management and Ive been with this c”

“I'm early twenties with no degree, I currently work at a manufacturing facility basically coordinating inventory/some planning, and I was told this role was a good stepping stone to other supply chain/logistics type jobs, but I've also considered going into a trade before I moved to this position. (I was a material handler at the same employer) Which do you guys think is best? I realize the answer might be different for different people but I just wanted to hear various opinions since I&”

“Good evening everybody. I am 33m working as cook for 12 years and im intrested in changing my profession. Logistics come to my mind, as i see community colleges and other places offer courses and studies in this field, mostly as logistics worker or logistics specialist. So my questions are.. Is it hard to get entry level jobs in this field? Is job market better than IT? What do you at work? submitted by /u/Heavy-Option-2258 [link] [comments]”

“28 Years Old. Been a Supply Chain Manager for a year. Prior to that I was a Logistics coordinator for 18months (same company). No prior experience in the industry. I was jumping from agency jobs to warehouses and schools to clean after I graduated and landed a temp role at this company which became permanent. I like the people I work with, the environment, the perks. But not the salary. I want to be challenged, the job has become extremely mundane. I don’t feel well compensated looking at jobs n”

“Hi all! TL; DR: Industrial Engineer with data analytics and modeling experience starting to consolidate a career in Logistics Capacity management. Planning to move to Canada in a few years. Wondering if it's better to focus career on data analytics/engineering or supply chain/logistics management in order to pursue international oportunities in the future ~A bit of context: I'm a Brazilian Industrial Engineer with a strong background in analytics (lots of data modeling and visualization)”

“Hi all! TL; DR: Industrial Engineer with data analytics and modeling experience starting to consolidate a career in Logistics Capacity management. Planning to move to Canada in a few years. Wondering if it's better to focus career on data analytics/engineering or supply chain/logistics management in order to pursue international oportunities in the future ~A bit of context: I'm a Brazilian Industrial Engineer with a strong background in analytics (lots of data modeling and visualization)”

“I’m trying to decide between 3 pretty different career paths and would like some input from people who have been in supply chain longer than me. I’m around 30 and have about 7–8 years of experience across inventory, materials planning, warehouse operations, supply/demand planning, S&OP, ERP projects, process improvement, and operations management. The 3 opportunities are all fairly close in pay, around $95k–$105k. 1. Demand Planner at a large manufacturer Growing business unit, forecasting,”

“I’m trying to decide between 3 pretty different career paths and would like some input from people who have been in supply chain longer than me. I’m around 30 and have about 7–8 years of experience across inventory, materials planning, warehouse operations, supply/demand planning, S&OP, ERP projects, process improvement, and operations management. The 3 opportunities are all fairly close in pay, around $95k–$105k. 1. Demand Planner at a large manufacturer Growing business unit, forecasting,”

“Although I have practically zero experience in supply chain, I recently accepted an entry-level supply chain/logistics role at a large aerospace & defense company. Before this, I had been stuck in a dead-end sales job and made the decision to begin a part-time MBA with a finance concentration in Spring 2027 because I originally wanted to pivot into FP&A/corporate finance. I applied for the program this past May and have been quite excited to begin it. This new company has up to $18k/year”

“I’m 22, from Sweden, and I’m stuck between finishing a career that pays well and pursuing a career I actually want to do. I’ve studied Marine Engineering for several years and have completed around 157 ECTS. I’ve done sea training on tankers and other vessels, so I know what life onboard is actually like. The problem? I don’t really have a passion for shipping. I like engines and machinery, but what attracts me most to working at sea is honestly the money and rotation. Marine engineers can earn”

“Hi everyone, I’m building my career as a Business Developer in the Oil & Gas Logistics sector and I’m looking to connect and learn from experienced professionals here. My focus is on client acquisition, vendor management, and end-to-end logistics support for upstream/midstream operations - but I’m also very interested in how logistics intersects with Real Estate and Construction. I would love to know: Are there active communities/subreddits or Discord/Slack groups for Oil & Gas Business”

“Greetings everyone, I am in the early stages of my professional career. I completed my business education in 2024. My academic focus was supply chain management, and I have been employed in supply chain and logistics roles for nearly four years. Currently, I work evening shifts as a Transportation Planner. I recently contacted my supervisor regarding my upcoming shift assignment, as we are required to rotate shifts to become eligible for promotion. I was not included on the 2027 transition list,”

“Just Turned 21 I worked about a year in the aviation parts and logistics world. I ended up leaving and going into the Hazmat Industry. And now i got a job offer for around $29 an hour working in logistics for a chemical and gas company. Having no degree would it be possible to work my way up and make good money? submitted by /u/hryyaps [link] [comments]”

“Hi everyone, I'm currently a student majoring in Business Management. For concentrations, I'm looking at either Supply Chain or HR, but I am honestly a little lost. Some background, during the summer and other breaks I work at a grocery store in the produce department. While I do stock product, I also help breakdown loads and even do cycle counts and handle KLT from time to time. I've spoken to some people who say my experiences are highly useful for supply chain, and I was wondering”

“I just graduated with my online bachelors degree in Logistics. I am also working full-time at an entry-level job at a logistics company for the past two years now. I have been trying to get a coordinator or specialist role for a while now. I have been applying and getting interviews but with no luck. submitted by /u/Unfair_Complex3218 [link] [comments]”

“Hey everyone, I'm 37 and thinking hard about leaving my current field. I've been in supply chain management for about 11 years now. The pay is fine, but I've known for a while this isn't something I want to keep doing for another decade. I'm not asking anyone to tell me what to switch to — that's on me to figure out. What I actually want to hear about is what the experience was like for you. The stuff nobody warns you about, the surprises, and whether it ended up being wo”

“I’m a 20-year-old undergrad currently doing a BA (Hons) Business Economics degree and I’m currently on my placement year working within Supply Chain Operations and Continuous Improvement. My long-term goal after graduating is to break into a Supply Chain Analyst role (ideally with a hybrid office setup). Since I'm already getting daily exposure to continuous improvement, process mapping, and operational bottlenecks, I’m wondering if it’s worth picking up some certifications while I'm sti”

“So basically I've been working in logistics for a bit now for a freight broker and I genuinely enjoy the job, but I would honestly like to work in IT itself once I graduate, so are there any sort of jobs that would mix both fields, would I have to just begin to look up jobs as like IT support for the Salesforce TMS that we use? If it helps I'm not in the US/Europe, I'm working for a BPO where I would also have availability to basically switch out to their IT support campaigns if avai”

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“I’m graduating soon and currently applying for jobs. Supply chain can be pretty broad in terms of the different career options. I have over 5 years of experience working as a warehouse employee and have completed two warehouse ops internships with the same company. I like the thought of being in a role that lets me do more analytical work/ critical thinking, learning how to use new software. Does this experience make it difficult to get into an analyst role, should I just stick with warehouse op”

“I just finished an online bachelor's degree in Logistics via SNHU about a month ago. I am also currently working full-time at a logistics company at an entry-level role and have been for the past 2 years now. I am still on the warehouse floor but also do use a laptop for many of my tasks. Anyway, for the past half year now, I have been trying to find better roles within the field but with no luck despite having several interviews. I recently had a few interviews for a couple of Transportatio”

“Hello everyone, I am someone who has worked in dispatching trucks for the last 5 years and I am looking to potentially move into freight forwarding (although customs is also a possibility). Specifically today I am trying to gather more info regarding this program; https://www.ciffa.com/course/bundle-fiata-diploma-and-ciffa-certificate/ I was wondering if there are any Canadian freight forwarders here who have done the CIFFA + FIATA diploma program and can give me some insight. I am also curious”

“Hello everyone! So I'm looking for advice about careers. I'm 33 years old. I live in Georgia and I have warehouse, inventory, and retail experience. But I'm looking for a career change. I'm at a point in my life where I want something more stabled and something I can progress for my future. I want to go get a get a degree or at least enroll in a trade. Can someone point me to some suggestions or give me some advice please? submitted by /u/charljsm [link] [commen”

“Hi everyone! I have a bachelors degree in global supply chain management. I’d like to pursue a masters degree but I don’t know in what field. I’d like to get a master’s degree with the best pay out and highest earning potential. Do any of you have experience with this? Thank you for sharing! I’m in the US. submitted by /u/creature7890 [link] [comments]”

“So I’m in pharma at the moment working on the line. In 2020 I graduated with a L8 Honours degree in Business & Marketing. I worked in a warehouse for 1.5 years and now in a pharma factory for over 4 years. I make approx 45k a year which is honestly seen as good money here in Ireland . I’m looking to do a L9 diploma in financial planning in UCD (Dublin). I’ve registered, and got accepted. The course is over 6 modules and costs €6,900. I’ve always been interested in money, so I feel like it’s”

Hello, am looking for job in logistics, supply chain Have experience of 7+ years. Currently working in mnc but the plant is out of pune. Not feasible for me to live out…

“Hi everyone, I’ll be starting my first industry internship soon, and to be honest, I’m still trying to understand how careers in supply chain actually work. At university we learn about different areas, but I’m not really sure yet which area would be best for me, what skills matter the most in real jobs, or how people normally progress in this field. So I thought this would be a good place to ask people who are already working in supply chain. If you were in my position again, what would you foc”

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“I’m considering going back to school for a master’s in supply chain management and wanted to hear from people who have completed one or currently work in the field. I’m 25 and recently finished my B.S. in Human Resource Development with a 3.8 GPA. I’m also an Army veteran and worked in transportation/logistics while I was in. I currently work for a defense contractor and recently transitioned into purchasing/procurement. Long term, I could see myself moving into procurement/supply chain manageme”

“Hi everyone, I’m 27 and currently working full-time as a sorter/warehouse associate in logistics. I work a split shift, so keeping my job while studying is very important to me. I can’t really afford to quit a stable full-time job just to go back to school. I’m a domestic student in Ontario and I’ve received offers for January 2027 for a few programs: Centennial – Business – Supply Chain and Operations (2-year diploma) Centennial – Business Administration – Supply Chain and Operations Management”

“Hi everyone, I’m 27 and currently working full-time as a sorter/warehouse associate in logistics. I work a split shift, so keeping my job while studying is very important to me. I can’t really afford to quit a stable full-time job just to go back to school. I’m a domestic student in Ontario and I’ve received offers for January 2027 for a few programs: Centennial – Business – Supply Chain and Operations (2-year diploma) Centennial – Business Administration – Supply Chain and Operations Management”

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“Hi logistics folks, I recently graduated in Software Engineering, but I’ve found that I really enjoy the logistics field. I just secured a Planning & Procurement graduate role at a large company, and I'm incredibly excited but want to make sure I hit the ground running. The core stack I'll be working with is SAP, PowerBI, and Excel. Since I’m coming from a tech background rather than a traditional supply chain degree, I’d love to hear your advice: How can I make the most of this grad”

“I’m a college student double majoring in Supply Chain Management and Finance, and I’m trying to figure out what direction I want to take after graduation. Originally I pictured myself going down the traditional supply chain/operations route — things like supply chain analyst, logistics operations, planning, procurement, inventory, or eventually operations/supply chain management. Recently I’ve become a lot more interested in B2B/logistics sales. I like talking to people, building relationships,”

“Okey to explain plainly, I am a 25m living in Amsterdam with my girlfriend. We both love to be creative but struggle to find jobs that really suit our needs. Half a year ago I got a job as a delivery driver in a van and I'm making alright money but it's a dead end. I saved 4k but I want more. 2350 a month just ain't cutting it and I can't grow in this company. So I am quitting one day, and I know so. But I have a couple choices that I want your guys advice about. These are the op”