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Logistics Manager

A Logistics Manager oversees the supply and transport of goods, managing operations and staff while ensuring efficiency and effective problem-solving.

How do I become a logistics manager

Get qualified to work as a logistics manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Logistics Manager generally earns $2,200 per week ($114,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry has seen stable employment over the last five years. There are currently 88,600 people working in this area in Australia and many of them specialise as a Logistics Manager. Logistics Managers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Certificate IV in Logistics is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Logistics Manager. This course covers a range of topics including procurement planning, stock systems, international transport of freight, workplace safety and compliance systems. A Certificate IV in Competitive Systems and Pricing or a Diploma of Logistics may also be appropriate.

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Further reading

How to start a career in Logistics

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Most popular transport and logistics courses

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What can you do with a Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations?

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Logistics Manager careers

A Logistics Manager oversees the daily operations involved in supplying and transporting goods. You might manage the order processing department of a large organisation, supervise a warehousing operation or manage a transportation business. Logistics Managers lead a team of staff and ensure their department is operating effectively.

Logistics Managers should have strong leadership skills and be able to communicate well with their staff. It’s important that you can manage your time well and handle several tasks at once. Logistics Managers should have strong problem solving abilities and be able to deal with issues as they arise.