Saturday, January 18, 2014

How To Start A Distribution Profession

By George Dodson


We've all had the experience of ordering something on the Internet. When you decide, and click on the buy now button, you set a chain of events in action. The item that you want to purchase is usually located at a distribution center. After clicking the buy button, the website or company dealing with the product gets to approve of the product and enters the information into their system before sending the information to the distribution center. After the computer has got to locate your item, it is tagged with a sticker having the relevant information and then shipped to your location. The item is loaded on the truck and is off to one of the major shipping companies that delivers the item to your door. This whole process is referred to as logistics and brings into involvement a supply chain.

A great deal of the buying done in most of the world these days involves this process. For that reason, jobs in logistics are plentiful.

Finding a good entry-level logistics job is good when considering working in this field. How is this done?

You need to find a company that you can work with small teams. You want to make sure they offer extensive training, and the opportunity to advance when the time comes.

You want to find a reputable company, a solid one that has a proven record of stability. This way, you are sure that they have your best interests at heart.

For example, you can consider going to Halliburton. They have provide some good entry-level logistic positions. You will be working under direct supervision and assist in packing and labeling cargo. You can also opt to create some paperwork for the clients. You would ensure efficient movement of the products according to company policy. You will also be required to keep documentation of the company logs so that they run one on one with government regulations.

Halliburton is a large supply chain that gives employment to individuals the world over. You can be working in either New Guinea, the Middle East, or right here in the United States.

TQL in Chicago is another example. This company values good customer service and is also dedicated to technology. This means that while working for this company, you get exposed to some of the best technology and education in the logistics profession You would be involved in a six-month on-the-job training and mentoring program, with a successful account executive. You would receive a set salary.

You will be getting to build a client sales portfolio by examining your prospects through making sales calls. You can also help manage shipments ensuring that the goods get to the clients on time for their satisfaction.

This company works with 75% of TQM management being promoted from within.

These two companies are a good idea to start on an entry-level logistics job.




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