Transportation operations research involves using advanced mathematical and analytical methods to analyze and solve complex problems, assess risk, and provide a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Senior Level Occupations
Typical Education and Certification Requirements
Master's degree sometimes preferredCoursework in Transportation, Logistics/Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Math, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or quantitative fieldSupply Chain Manager
Job Description: Supply Chain Manager coordinate and manage the production, transportation, and delivery of goods and products, and oversee inventory control, purchasing, and product development.
Hiring Demand: Low
Typical Salary: $81,000 - $125,100
Minimum Years Experience Required: 5-10
Education & Work Experience:
More- Master's degree sometimes preferred
- Coursework in Transportation, Logistics/Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Math, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or quantitative field
Mid Level Occupations
Typical Education and Certification Requirements
Bachelor's degree requiredMajor coursework in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Systems, or Mechanical), Logistics/Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Statistics, or related fieldLogistics/Supply Chain Engineer
Job Description: A Supply Chain Engineer is responsible for overseeing and managing company's overall supply chain and logistics strategy and operations in order to maximize the process efficiency and productivity. A Supply Chain Engineer plays a crucial role in developing and maintaining good relationships with vendors and distributors.
Hiring Demand: Moderate
Typical Salary: $67,000 - $107,000
Minimum Years Experience Required: 2-5
Education & Work Experience:
More- Bachelor's degree required
- Major coursework in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Systems, or Mechanical), Logistics/Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Statistics, or related field
Logistics Analyst
Job Description: Industrial engineers and operations research or modeling analysts working in transportation operations use advanced mathematical and analytical methods to analyze and solve complex problems, assess risk, and provide a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Hiring Demand: Moderate
Typical Salary: $38,400 - $79,100
Minimum Years Experience Required: 1-3
Education & Work Experience:
More- Bachelor's degree required
- Major coursework in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Systems, or Mechanical), Logistics/Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Statistics, or related field
Entry Level Occupations
Typical Education and Certification Requirements
Bachelor's degree required or in progressMajor coursework in Industrial Engineering, Logistics/Transportation Management, Operations Research, Supply Chain, Finance, or related business fieldLogistics Intern
Job Description: A logistics intern receives or sends goods at the warehouse, ensuring that the luggage is properly or securely packed and that all the luggage in appropriate numbers is dispatched or received, learning how senior technicians handle the tasks, applying the theoretical knowledge in the area, preparing logistics report in the area, checking the reports made by others, coordinating with other departments, coordinating with drivers and workers, and performing other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Hiring Demand: High
Typical Salary: $21,000 - $59,000
Minimum Years Experience Required: 0-1
Education & Work Experience:
More- Bachelor's degree required or in progress
- Major coursework in Industrial Engineering, Logistics/Transportation Management, Operations Research, Supply Chain, Finance, or related business field