Operations Leadership
Career Overview
$94,730
median annual salary
131,300
jobs nationwide in 2018
7,400
approximate # of new jobs by 2028
Lead a logistics operation in all aspects of the business.
Collaborate across departments to work on business growth.
Supervise the work of logistics specialists, planners, and dispatchers.
Create policies and procedures for logistics activities.
Direct distribution center operations and make sure they’re maximizing efficiency.
Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, or customer issues.
What It Takes
As a veteran, you’re a natural leader. The leadership skills you’ve worked hard to build translate well to a management position within the logistics industry. If you’re someone who’s good at rallying people and inspiring confidence, take a closer look at this career.
An Eye for Detail
This position requires keeping detailed records while managing multiple projects in a quick-moving environment.
Adaptability
You must be able to manage unforeseen issues and adjust as needed to resolve problems.
Critical Thinking
You’ll need to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of a particular process or operation.
Clear Communication
Operations leaders need strong communication skills as they collaborate with others.
Excellent Leadership
Leading by example is critical for this position.
Career Progression
Step 1
Complete bachelor’s degree
Step 2
Get certified through APICS
Step 3
Work as supply chain manager/logistician
Step 4
Move into leadership
Key Companies
more companiesCheck back later as featured companies are added daily.
1.
Stationary Engineering Powerhouse
2.
Corporate Tax Manager
3.
Construction Worker
4.
Lending Compliance Officer
5.
SIA Maintenance Technician
6.
Benefits Specialist
7.
Careers Military Zimmer Biomet
8.
Installer/Technician
9.
Wheeled Account Manager
10.
Direct Support Professional
11.
Packing / Clipping Associate
12.
Cyber Security Service Provider Analyst
13.
Material Handler Equipment Operator
14.
Machine Operator
15.
Correctional Officer IR
16.
Clerical Asst. IR
17.
Correctional Officer IYC
18.
Correctional Caseworker IYC
19.
Correctional Officer RDC
20.
Correctional Officer
21.
Correctional Officer
22.
Correctional Caseworker
23.
Correctional Casework Manager
24.
Correctional Offier
25.
Correctional Officer
26.
Correctional Officer
27.
Program Coordinator
28.
Chaplain
29.
Intelligence Analyst
30.
Correctional Officer
31.
Correctional Casework Manager
32.
Correctional Officer
33.
Maintenance Foreman
34.
Maintenance Supervisor
35.
Correctional Officer
36.
Correctional Officer
37.
Plant Foreman
38.
Mental Health Technician
39.
Environmental Services Technician
40.
Cook
41.
Case Manager
42.
Lab Support Services Tech
43.
Outpatient Therapy Access Rep
44.
Support Team Member
45.
Education Program Supervisor
46.
General Clerk
47.
Warehouse Team Member
48.
Construction Tech
49.
Social Worker-MSW
50.
weekend/evening Supervisor and manager-Youth Treatment Facility
51.
LSCW Program Director- Youth Treatment Facility
52.
Team Lead- Stocking
53.
Team Lead- Food and Consumables
54.
Team Lead- Hardlines
55.
Team Lead- Seasonal
56.
Team Lead- Digital
57.
Team Lead- Deli/Bakery
58.
Team Lead- Front End
59.
Team Lead- Front End
60.
Team Lead- Front End
61.
Team Lead- Front End
62.
Team Lead- Apparel
63.
Team Lead- Stocking
64.
Team Lead- Stocking
65.
Team Lead- Overnight
66.
Team Lead- Deli/Bakery
67.
Team Lead- Front End
68.
Team Lead- Apparel
69.
Team Lead- Stocking
70.
Team Lead- Overnight
71.
Team Lead- Digital
72.
Team Lead- Apparel
73.
Landscape Crew Leader
74.
HVAC Installer
75.
Apprentice Plumber
76.
HVAC Service Technician
77.
Service Plumber
78.
Field Engineer
79.
Carpenter
80.
Sign Shop Technician
81.
Sign Shop Foreman
82.
Electromechanic Journeyman
83.
Electromechanic Journeyman
84.
Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
85.
Finish Supervisor
86.
Plumber Foreman – Indiana
87.
Plumber Journeyman – Indiana
88.
Plumbing Field Supervisor -Indiana
89.
Plumber Foreman/Journeyman – 100% NATIONWIDE TRAVEL
90.
Electrical Foreman – 100% NATIONWIDE TRAVEL
91.
Pipefitter/Welder – CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE ONLY- Indiana
92.
Pipefitter/Welder – CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE ONLY- Indiana
93.
HVAC Sheetmetal Mechanic – 100% NATIONWIDE TRAVEL
94.
Event Personnel Coordinator, Guest Experience
95.
Sr. Manager, Marketing Operations
96.
Director, Digital Marketing
97.
Research & Analytics Manager
98.
Interior Construction for Trailer Assembly
99.
1st Shift Maintenance and Facilities
100.
Ticket Barrier System Technician
101.
Service Technician/Account Rep
102.
Warehouse Supervisor
103.
Roadway Maintenance Supervisor
104.
Land Survey Crew Chief
105.
Land Survey Crew Chief
106.
Land Survey Crew Chief
107.
Repair Technician
108.
Manager, Technical Operations
109.
Full Stack .NET Developer/Programmer Analyst
110.
Mobile Application Developer/Programmer Analyst
Related Careers
Supply Chain
Oversee activities including purchasing, transportation, inventory, and warehousing.
Median Salary:$74,600
Desired Skillsstrong people skills, organized, critical thinker
viewVehicle Maintenance
Inspect brakes, steering mechanisms, transmissions, engines, and other vehicle parts.
Median Salary:$50,390
Desired Skillspeople skills, a steady hand, diagnostic skills, organization
viewDriver
Becoming a driver in the logistics industry gives you the chance to take command of the open road in the country you helped protect.
Median Salary:$43,680
Desired Skillsexcellent hand-eye coordination, exceptional hearing, good health
viewCreate Your INvets Profile
Take the first step toward your new career and start browsing open positions right now.