Logistics Engineers
- Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Tasks
What tasks do Logistics Engineers perform?
Propose logistics solutions for customers.
Develop logistic metrics, internal analysis tools, or key performance indicators for business units.
Conduct logistics studies or analyses, such as time studies, zero-base analyses, rate analyses, network analyses, flow-path analyses, or supply chain analyses.
Identify cost-reduction or process-improvement logistic opportunities.
Knowledge
What do Logistics Engineers need to know?
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Skills
What skills do Logistics Engineers need?
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Systems Analysis
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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