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1. TOP 10 STEM JOBS
for the student in your life who knows
nothing about:
LOGISTICS
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2. 10
$28,000
STEM TYPE:
Operator
High School
Diploma
The
Real
Scoop
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
What they do
Will I like it?
There's a lot of packing and
unpacking of merchandise. You fill
the customers' orders and make
sure the orders get out to the right
place and on time.
You prefer to work
with your hands but
don't like bugs or
sunburn.
Schools that train
Employers that hire
Tacoma Community College, Lake Land College, Mid Florida Tech, Southwestern
Illinois College, Seattle Community College
Sears, Lowe's, Pearson Education, Toys R Us, PetSmart
You've secretly wanted to learn to drive a forklift or operate a crane or
program a robot or machine. These jobs are changing dramatically as
logistics is becoming a significant area of focus in organizations.
Become great at your job and keep finding ways to improve processes,
safety and quality and there's no limit to where you can go!

3. 9
$37,000
STEM TYPE:
Communicator
High School
Diploma
The
Real
Scoop
DISPATCHER
What they do
Will I like it?
It's up to you to get workers in the
right place.You coordinate drivers
and vehicles for anything from
emergency response to taxi
services to freight.
You keep everyone
else on schedule
Schools that train
Employers that hire
Southside Virginia C.C., Tidewater C.C, Texas A&M University-Galveston,
University of North Florida, Sacramento City College
Halliburton, United Rentals, Glass Doctor, FlexPrint,
City Government of (the city of your choice).
Dispatcher is a pretty general title that captures a huge range of job
types from air traffic control to emergency response or ice cream truck
logistics. These are the communicators of the world, they need to be
able to communicate through data systems and directly with people,
sometimes clients and drivers as well. Your day will be packed, and
you will be living on the edge of control.

4. 8
$39,000
STEM TYPE:
Operator
High School
Diploma
The
Real
Scoop
LOGISTICS CLERK
What they do
Somebody has to do the work, and
that's the clerk. Keeping all the i's
dotted, this position is about detail
and routine. Without this role,
paperwork gets lost, and the whole
machine can unwind.
Schools that train
Employers that hire
Will I like it?
You don't mind the
details and you like to
keep a routine with a
little problem solving
thrown in.
Michigan Institute of Aviaion, New Professions Technical Institute, Vantage Career
Center, Your High School
Ryder, Kroger, National Guard, CEVA Logistics,Penske
You should get to know something about the company and the business
you want to work for before going to an interview. Being very organized
is a must, as is being able to take direction. If you're not going to
college, or you're a new college grad looking for a foot in the door consider this a learning opportunity and spring board toward leadership.

5. 7
$47,000
STEM TYPE:
Regulator
Bachelors
Degree
The
Real
Scoop
PROCEDURES ANALYST
What they do
Will I like it?
You're the efficiency guy or gal.You
develop new procedures, and
policies to simplify and improve
operations, including deciding which
tools to use.
You've completed so
many applications you
could do them in your
sleep.
Schools that train
Employers that hire
Duke University, University of Southern California, Georgia State University,
Brandeis University, Trinity College
Department of Veterans Affairs, BNY Mellon, American Eagle Outfitters, Quest
Diagnostics, Health System (near your favorite city)
Procedures Analysis jobs exist in a range of industries and departments
that are not usually associated with logistics such as finance, human
resources, compliance or quality and safety. Some jobs may not require
a college degree, but employers are more likely to take someone with a
degree or experience with the operations of the company. This is often
a step-up position.

6. 6
$54,000
STEM TYPE:
Investigator
Bachelors
+ Certification
The
Real
Scoop
DEMAND PLANNING ANALYST
What they do
Will I like it?
You figure out how much of a
product is expected to be needed
and how much to keep in stock.
You always look for a
more efficient way to
do things.
Schools that train
Employers that hire
University of San Diego Supply Chain Management Institute, University of San
Francisco, Purdue University, Cincinnati State Technical CC, American College
Vitamix, T-Mobile, Skullcandy, Cabot Creamery, UTC
Heavy on quantitative analysis, so math is essential. Experience using
an enterprise resource planning software (ESP) is beneficial. Carrying
too much or too little inventory can have dire consequences, and this is
the role that keeps that from happening.

7. 5
$56,000
STEM TYPE:
Entrepreneur
Bachelors
+experience
The
Real
Scoop
LOGISTICS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
What they do
Will I like it?
You talk to company reps and find
new business for your own
company, and manage those
customer relationships.
You helped someone
plan and launch their
lemonade stand.
Schools that train
Employers that hire
Florida Institute of Technology, Penn State University, Coastline Community
College, Duquesne University, Volunteer State Community College
FedEx, UPS, ODW Logistics, Schneider National, CITGO
Advanced certifications aren’t required for success in this role, but the
individual with experience and a basic knowledge of core supply chain
concepts can better relate to the 3PLs customers. Solid experience in
sales or account management is helpful, too.

8. 4
$65,000
STEM TYPE:
Communicator
High School
Diploma
The
Real
Scoop
PRODUCTION SCHEDULER
What they do
Will I like it?
You're in charge of making
production schedules, monitoring
materials inventories, tracking
progress of production, and
reviewing schedules.
You make sure you
never run out of ALL
the necessary
ingredients for your
favorite cookies.
Schools that train
Employers that hire
Wahstenaw C.C, Honolulu C.C, Sowela Technical C.C. Bismarck State College,
Clarion University
R.R. Donnelley, Boeing, Cintas, Trimble Navigation, Starbucks
Employers usually want new hires to be familiar with their operations
before placing you in this position, so you may need to start in
operations or administration positions and work your way into these
roles.

9. 3
$80,000
STEM TYPE:
Advisor
Bachelor
Degree
The
Real
Scoop
MERCHANDISE BUYER
What they do
Will I like it?
It's like shopping, only better. You
research new trends or advances in
products and make buying
decisions.
You looooove to shop!
- for quality bargains.
Schools that train
Employers that hire
Oregon State University, Purdue University, University of North Texas, Madonna
University, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Dick's Sporting Goods, DKNY, Snyder's-Lance, Baker Hughes, QVC
The buyer is the point person for acquiring materials or products for
resale. This is generally a senior position with travel requirements and a
good and proven sense of value and quality with strong negotiation
skills. High profile buyers are most noted in retail and fashion industries,
but these roles are critical in all types of wholesale and retail operations
and wherever purchasing is a key part of the business.

10. 2
$90,000
STEM TYPE:
Operator
Bachelors
or experience
The
Real
Scoop
DISTRIBUTION CENTER LEAD
What they do
Will I like it?
You are the manager of warehouse
workers and logistics pros, and
make sure they're organized and
efficient.
You follow a planned
schedule every day
because it helps you
get more things done.
Schools that train
Employers that hire
Albany Technical College, Georgia Southern University, Park University, Auburn
University, Airforce Institute of Technology
PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Nestle, Target, Walmart
Those who excel in these positions aren’t afraid to take a hardstance to achieve results, nor get their hands dirty when needed. Good
work in this role can lead to lucrative career paths, as companies look
for intelligent young executives with “floor-level†experience

11. 1
$115,000
STEM TYPE:
Integrator
Bachelors
+ Certification
The
Real
Scoop
PROCUREMENT DIRECTOR
What they do
Will I like it?
You find new equipment, products
or services from suppliers and be in
charge of managing those
suppliers.
You always got more
candy than anyone
else at Halloween.
Schools that train
Employers that hire
University of Texas, Michigan State University, University of Tennessee, University
of Maryland, Clackmas Community College
HP, Google, Flour, Merck, Kohler
These professionals require both an analytical rigor and excellent
negotiation skills. For this reason, a background in supply chain
operations, statistics, marketing and sales are all beneficial. A
successful supply chain requires inventory flexibility and redundancy
while keeping costs down. Ensuring this is possible falls on the
shoulders of the Procurement Manager.

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