Large-scale automation is having a major impact on the logistics sector. Whereas the sector was previously driven by the key phrases ‘faster, more efficient and bigger’, there is now a shift towards ‘smarter, smaller and connected’. Organisations are looking for professionals who can
anticipate change. Recruitment firm Hays has therefore identified five jobs that are set to play a major role in the logistics of the future.
In the report‘Jobs of the Future’, Managing Director Robert van Veggel states that the sector is innovating at a rapid pace. “The logistics sector is highly specialised and has a wide-ranging impact
on various issues such as the environment, quality of life, digitalisation,
the sharing economy, transport and passenger transport. The sector therefore has a clear
social significance. We are seeing that commitment
reflected in both companies and professionals within the market.” According to Van Veggel, this offers new opportunities for professionals in the market.
Trend: personal work
A new trend that will manifest itself in logistics is the movement for work to become increasingly personal. Professionals would more often choose employers that match their own beliefs in terms of culture, values and atmosphere. Organisations then need to emotionally touch potential candidates ok to bring them in and keep them, the report says. On the other hand, potential employees should be expected to really empathise with the goals and consciously choose their jobs. Van Veggel: "That produces agile organisations that are able to implement innovations at high speed."
Top five jobs of the future
Logistics programmer/planner
Automated processes and autonomous means of transport offer many opportunities for fast, efficient and environmentally friendly logistics. These processes need to be set up by smart professionals who understand ICT, logistics and planning. The logistics programmer/planner is the link between programmers and the supply chain network and ensures with creative solutions that everything runs smoothly. He or she programs schedules in the systems and takes care of the connections between warehouses, mobility systems and customer systems. The position requires strong analytical skills and a project-based approach.
Annual salary: EUR 45,000 - 75,000 gross per year.
2. Predictive supply chain data analyst
Thanks to Internet of Things, automation and linking of logistics processes, more and more data is being released. The supply chain analyst collects and analyses this data and turns it into valuable steering information for boards and management. The use of 'predictive data' becomes the core of this; the analyst increasingly becomes a predictor. Market information, weather forecasts and consumer sentiments are combined and processed into essential information for transport, serving customers with precision and saving costs. The predictive supply chain data analyst has business, mathematical or econometric training and strong analytical skills. Knowledge of data analysis tools, software, modelling and programming is a plus.
Annual salary: €45,000 - €65,000 gross per year.
3. Auditor circular logistics
Consumers and companies are increasingly looking at the environmental impact of a product or service. As a result, logistics processes will transform from 'environmental polluters' to 'energy generators' in the future. Auditors in circular logistics design these new business models and clarify the effects of logistics on society. They are accurate, have integrity and communication skills.
Annual salary 40,000 - 65,000 euros gross per year.
4. High-tech transport controllers
Just as the air traffic controller guides aircraft, the high-tech transport controller controls autonomous transport systems. The high-tech air traffic controller is tasked with preventing accidents and must perform under a high workload and be able to take a lot of responsibility. Stress resistance is very important in this position.
Annual salary: 40,000-60,000 euros gross per year.
5. Demand planners
A demand planner draws up long-term planning based on forecasts from the customer, in order to gain insight into future order flows and to achieve efficient planning of stock orders, storage capacities, production lines and personnel. The demand planner is therefore the link between commerce and production. This position requires a rare degree of precision, combined with strong analytical skills and good communication skills.
Annual salary: EUR 50,000 - 65,000 gross per year.
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