e-commerce systems
Basic digital architecture and commercial transactions for trading products or services conducted via Internet, e-mail, mobile devices, social media, etc.
digital
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.
Competences and skills
46 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesregulations for international transportation
The relevant regulations and legislation that applies to transportation of national or foreign cargo or passengers to and from different countries via vessels or aircraft.
safety regulations for warehouses
The body of warehouse safety procedures and regulations to prevent incidents and hazards.
types of packaging used in industrial shipments
The various types of packaging materials used for industrial shipments, according to the type of goods to be shipped.
warehouse operations
The basic principles and practices of warehouse operations such as goods storage and the organisation of warehouse facilities.
Cross-sector
2 competencesfreight transport methods
The different modalities of freight transport such as air, sea, or intermodal freight transport, including the details and procedures specific to them.
supply chain management
The flow of goods in the supply chain, movement and storage of raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption.
Essential skills and competences 27 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesanticipate the overhaul of the fleet
Anticipate the overhaul of fleet and equipment; plan resources required to successfully perform the overhaul; ensure that regular operations continue as normal.
control reorder points
Determine the level of inventory which triggers an action to replenish stock of each material. This level is called the reorder point or ROP.
manage the fleet according to planned operations
Foresee fleet activity according to planned operations. Maintain an overview of available fleet resources and their characteristics and capacities; assign fleet resources according to tasks and customer demands.
Sector-specific
10 competencesanalyse relation between supply chain improvement and profit
Interpret how the supply chain improvements will impact company profits. Intensify the improvement in those processes that will streamline the supply chain most effectively while generating most profit.
analyse supply chain trends
Analyse and make predictions about trends and evolutions in supply chain operations in relation to technology, efficiency systems, types of products shipped, and logistical requirements for shipments, in order to remain at the forefront of supply chain methodologies.
communicate with shipment forwarders
Maintain a good flow of communication with shipper and freight forwarders, who ensure a correct delivery and distribution of goods.
coordinate dock operations
Coordinate cargo shipments in and out of dock. Position cranes and arrange containers into shipments, taking into account the exact measures and weight of each container.
develop efficiency plans for logistics operations
Elaborate and implement plans in order to increase efficiency and reduce waste during logistics operations.
green
direct logistical functions
Coordinate logistic operations related to product life cycles, such as distribution, delivery and final disposal of products or resources.
manage dispatch software systems
Manage dispatch software systems to execute tasks such as work order generation, route planning, and other activities.
digital
manage transport of goods from warehouse facilities
Know the goods transported from warehouse facilities. Understand the legal and safety requirements of goods, the hazards that materials may represent. Provide solutions and appropriate direction for the handling of goods.
solve operational transport problems
Communicate with clients and providers in the event of a delay; undertake measures to provide solutions. Take decisions and work proactively in order to avoid operational problems.
work in a logistics team
Ability to work confidently within a logistics team, with each member of the team fulfilling a role designed to increase the efficiency of the whole.
Cross-sector
14 competencesanalyse business plans
Analyse the formal statements from businesses which outline their business goals and the strategies they set in place to meet them, in order to assess the feasibility of the plan and verify the business' ability to meet external requirements such as the repayment of a loan or return of investments.
analyse supply chain strategies
Examine an organisation's planning details of production, their expected output units, quality, quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements. Provide suggestions in order to improve products, service quality and reduce costs.
attend to detail in preparation for audits
Ensure constant compliance with standards and requirements, such as keeping certifications up to date and monitoring activities to ensure correct procedures are followed, so that audits can occur smoothly and no negative aspects can be identified.
comply with checklists
Follow checklists and ensure compliance with all the items included in them.
conduct full-scale emergency plan exercises
Conduct and mobilise all efforts, support organisations, resources, and communications within the airport, to carry out prevention plan exercises in order to prepare and train airport personnel for real-life emergency situations.
consider economic criteria in decision making
Develop proposals and take appropriate decisions taking into account economic criteria.
create a work atmosphere of continuous improvement
Work with management practices such as continuous improvement, preventive maintenance. Pay attention to problem solving and teamwork principles. Empower teams to identify opportunities and then drive the process to improve the results.
give instructions to staff
Give instructions to subordinates by employing various communication techniques. Adjust communication style to the target audience in order to convey instructions as intended.
handle stressful situations in the work place
Deal with and manage highly stressful situations in the workplace by following adequate procedures, communicating in a quiet and effective manner, and remaining level-headed when taking decisions.
liaise with colleagues
Liaise with fellow colleagues to ensure common understanding on work related affairs and agree on the necessary compromises the parties might need to face. Negotiate compromises between parties as to ensure that work in general run efficiently towards the achievement of the objectives.
liaise with transportation companies
Establish relationships with transportation companies in order to negotiate advantageous agreements for the transport of goods and livestock.
manage staff
Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.
perform cost accounting activities
Execute the cost related activities and operations within the accounting activities such as standard cost development, average pricing analysis, margin and cost ratio analysis, inventory control, and variance analysis. Report the results to management and advise on possible courses of action to control and reduce the costs.
provide operational efficiency training to employees
Provide resources and prepare employee training activities and workshops; increase efficiency of warehouse operations.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencetransportation methods
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and optimal work strategies.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional skills and competences 11 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencescoordinate export transportation activities
Coordinate all export transportation operations while considering export strategies and services.
coordinate import transportation activities
Oversee import transportation operations; optimise import processes and service strategies.
improve rail service delivery
Responsible for planning and implementing new ways of improving train service delivery to ensure the best possible customer experience at all times.
liaise with port users
Communicate and cooperate with port users such as shipping agents, freight customers and port managers.
oversee warehouse value-added activities
Oversee warehouse activities such as storage and receipt, and dispatch of various goods such as food, drinks, clothing, and household products.
Cross-sector
6 competencescheck dangerous goods transport unit
Ensure that a vehicle about to transport dangerous materials complies with safety and legal regulations. Perform visual checks to identify and report leaks or other forms of damage.
cooperate with colleagues
Cooperate with colleagues in order to ensure that operations run effectively.
have computer literacy
Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.
digital
identify software for warehouse management
Identify relevant software and applications used for warehouse management systems, their characteristics and value added to warehouse management operations.
digital
manage budgets
Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.
use different communication channels
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.