Transportation & Logistics Jobs

Salt’s Specialisms in Transportation & Logistics

• Logistics Manager
• Logistics Coordinator
• Import/Export Specialist
• Transport Manager
• Transport Planner

Latest salary trends in the Transportation & Logistics job sector

Logistics Manager

NZ$80,000 - NZ$140,000

Logistics Coordinator

NZ$60,000 - NZ$70,000

Imports/Exports Specialist

NZ$50,000 - NZ$90,000

Transport Manager

NZ$80,000 - NZ$130,000

Transport Planner

NZ$50,000 - NZ$80,000

Demand Vs Offer

Transport and Logistics professionals are in high in demand as companies continue to invest in these business sectors. One of the major benefits for anyone looking at a career in this area is the huge variety it offers, from different sectors to the type of role on offer. Nearly every sector from finance to manufacturing, retail and construction has a Transportation and Logistics team.

Locations

• Auckland
• Christchurch
• Wellington

Popular Industries

The Transport and Logistics sector include the transport of both people and goods by rail, road, water and air, and any supporting activities such as warehousing of goods and the supply and maintenance of vehicles. This means that nearly every sector from finance to manufacturing, retail and construction will have Transportation and Logistics staff, and will need either one expert or an expert team in place to manage it depending on the size and type of organisation.

Recent Changes

The Transportation and Logistics industry is always changing. Some of the changes taking place include digital transformation, new market entrants, changing customer expectations, and new evolving business models. This means businesses are continually looking at upskilling their current employees and sourcing new talent to ensure they stay ahead of their competitors.

Future Prospects

Without Transportation and Logistics, many other fields would not be able to operate. Specialising in this area can make you a key player in an increasingly critical field. As the Logistics industry has so many levels and facets, advancement prospects are always available. Companies prefer to invest in their employees, training from the ground-up rather than hiring externally. This means that the most innovative and hardworking employees are rewarded for their efforts, encouraging you to work smarter and more efficiently.

Employers’ Requirements

Depending on the exact field that you are working in different requirements are demanded by employers. Most Transportation & Logistics roles require excellent communication skills, logical thinking, analytical skills and excellent numeracy. Also, sound decision-making skills and attention to detail will be sought after.

CV Requirements

There are four key components which should not miss on any Transportation & Logistics CV: experience, content, delivery, and presentation. More precisely, the hard facts about your life (e.g. educational background, work experiences, etc.) are crucial for your CV.

Interview Preparation

Interviews for Transportation & Logistics jobs usually involve several steps. In the first step, hiring managers tend to have a behavioural interview with jobseekers. If that goes well, you may be invited for further interviews with key decision makers and asked to complete cognitive and personality tests.

Educational Requirements

The educational requirements can vary by employer and industry; however, most Transportation and Logistics management roles require a tertiary qualification. An associate's or bachelor's degree program in Logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field can prepare graduates for a career in Logistics management.

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