Supply and Distribution Manager
OFO No: 132401
Other names for Supply & Distribution Manager:
- Acquisitions Manager
- Depot Manager
- Freight Forwarding Customs Clearing Manager
- Freight Manager
- Goods Clearance Manager
- Parts Manager
- Procurement Manager
- Purchase Manager
- Supply Chain Executive
- Supply Chain Manager
- Supply Lead Manager
What is a Supply and Distribution Manager?
A Supply and Distribution Manager usually works in a warehouse and is responsible for the planning, co-ordination, directing and controlling the supply of the goods which are made by the company. They are also in charge of the storage and distribution of the goods.
A Supply and Distribution Manager is also a kind of Logistics Manager. See under ‘Logistics Manager’ on our website for more details.
What does a Supply and Distribution Manager do?
- supervise the activities of workers
- negotiate contracts with suitable suppliers
- develop new supply and distribution policies and strategies
- implement warehouse safety and security programs
- do paperwork, like invoices, work orders, etc
- schedule and monitortransport: pickup, delivery, or distribution of products
- ensure timely re-ordering and re-stocking
- co-ordinate warehouse activities, eg production, sales, records control etc
- workout costs for transport and distribution
- deal with customers’ questions and complaints
- inspectwarehouses, vehicle fleets and equipment
- maintain equipment / ordering new
Are you … ?
- extremely organised?
- logistical?
- methodical?
- a good manager?
- deadline orientated?
- computer literate?
- a good communicator?
How do I become a Supply and Distribution Manager?
There are numerous ways to study to become a Supply and Distribution Manager.
One can go the route and study Logistics Management – see under ‘Logistics Manager’ on our website for more details or, for example, you can study at:
PATH 1
Diploma in Supply Chain Management
Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Technologies
Workplace experience
PATH 2
Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management
Workplace experience
PATH 3
Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management
Honours in Supply Chain Management
Workplace experience
TRAINING:
- CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
- Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
- To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education.
- CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions.
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Is becoming a Supply and Distribution Manager the right career choice for me?
