LOGISTICS

Gradually with the time logistics has been a revelation- offering enormous opportunities to people especially in India. A career in logistics could offer exciting challenges, with early responsibility, travel opportunities along with of course, excellent remuneration. Logistics today has become very much a boardroom issue and it is often seen that companies nowadays are mostly seeking personnel at all levels to deliver a sustaining improvement in the supply chain management. This obviously would require a vision and mostly the drive to excel and this is the quality which differentiates the superior logistic manager from the run-of-the-mill one.

A logistic manager is always responsible for duely collaborating with the other officers of the company such as purchasing officers, transport and warehouse managers, to ensure that the goods produced or sold by the company are received in the company's depot on time. A logistic manager is also responsible for making sure that the goods are stored in a proper and safe manner in addition to looking after their timely dispatch. This, of course is done through the medium of specialist computer packages, monitoring the levels of stock, tracking the movement of the goods and when necessary, re-ordering goods on behalf of the company. He may also be assigned duties relating to packaging of goods and ordering process. He is also, at times, assigned the task of analyzing the prevailing systems and networks and to make plans for the development of new systems and networks for enhancing efficiency. Logistics is a process of managing goods, information and other resources, from their origin to supply, in order to fulfill the requirements of the customers. In other words, logistics can be defined as a careful management of procurement, transportation, storage and distribution of goods and materials. It is a part of supply chain, which involves the integration of information, transportation, and inventory, warehousing, material-handling and packaging. There are different types of logistics such as third party logistics, business logistics, production logistics and professional logistics.

A logistic manager is very much bestowed with the responsibility of interacting with other personnel of the company as well as monitoring the production and supply of the products. Nowadays, logistics forms an important part in supply chain management of a business organization. Therefore, a number of job opportunities are today available in this field. Logistics, as a career option, brings with it challenges, responsibilities, travel opportunities and a satisfactory remuneration too. To begin a career in logistics, a degree in a subject related to logistics, such as supply chain management or transport management would surely be an advantage. The person who intends to get into this field must demonstrate possession of the ability to analyze data,
handle on such things like transportation, geography and other business-related subjects would be an added advantage. One may also opt for higher degrees such as M.Sc. in the supply chain management, transport management or logistics. This would surely add to his credentials and would help him to be better logistics personnel. The qualities which are required in a logistics manager are the abilities that relate to managing, coordinating, and enhancing complete supply chain management. The person must have a high degree of analytical, numerical and geographical know-how. A capability to think on his feet and manage people would come in very handy. The knowledge of IT packages and methods of electronic communication mainly such as Internet and email, etc. would also be important. He must be able to perform under strict deadlines and must be able to prioritize his work and be a self-motivator. Multitudes of organizations worldwide ranging from small firms to multinational companies, employ logistics managers. The organizations may usually range from wholesalers, manufacturers, local government, electricity suppliers, armed forces and charity institutions. The openings for a job in logistics may also extend to freight forwarder, retail managers and marketing executives. Logistics managers may need to work on a rotational basis depending upon the requirements of their respective organization.




Several educational institutions in India are imparting courses in logistics. These courses are offered n part-time mode, at the diploma, certificate, and postgraduate degree and post graduate diploma levels. While pursing the course, the students are given training in the field of supply chain management, transport management, analysis data and other business related issues. Talking about eligibility, the candidates must have passed in 10+2 level examination and graduation, from any recognized Institution or a University.



Many business organizations and companies, which are either small or big, are looking for talented logistics managers. Students who have the ability of managing, coordinating in supply chain management, have the knowledge of analytical, numerical and geographical location and have the knowledge of electronic communication devices can excel in this field.

Logistics In the present time, a number of institutions are conducing courses in the field of logistics. Some of the premier institutions in India are: The Asian Council of Logistics Management (Kolkata), Indian Institute of Materials Management (Navi Mumbai), The School of Business Logistics, Indian Institute Of Logistics (Chennai), CII Institute of Logistics (Chennai). Marson Leather House � involves in the manufacturing and exports finished leather, leather fashion garments, leather accessories, leather safety equipments, etc. Prag International � is mainly the manufacturer and exporter of premium quality finished leather, leather bags, leather brief cases, leather wallets, leather jackets, gloves, belts, etc.

At the early stage, one can get salary between Rs. 10,000 and Rs15000 per month. Those, who have two to three year's of experience, can earn around Rs. 20,000 - 25,000 per month.