Typical work activities Managing, organising and encouraging teamwork within the workforce. Communicating with other departments and customers. Overseeing stock control, processing orders. Ensuring quality objectives are met whilst operating within budget and meeting delivery deadlines. Responsible for use of mechanised and computerised systems.
Opportunities exist for freelance consultancy work once experience has been gained.
Training Varies from company to company. Professional qualifications are gaining in importance. Career development Progression is through line management structure. Management, distribution and logistic skills facilitate movement into related occupations. Bottlenecks occur en route to more senior levels.