How to become a supply chain manager
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
University
Trainee manager positions are open to graduates of most subjects though you may find it useful to do a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in subjects like:
- logistics
- supply chain management
- transport management
- business management
You can find out about industry sponsored degree courses in supply chain management from NOVUS.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 1 or 2 A levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
More Information
Apprenticeship
You may be able to start on a supply chain practitioner advanced apprenticeship, which could lead onto a supply chain leadership or express delivery manager degree apprenticeship.
You could also do a transport and warehouse operations supervisor advanced apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
More Information
Work
You could start in a junior role like transport clerk and work your way up through training and promotion.
You can do work-based training courses through The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.
More Information
Further information
You can find more details about careers and training in the supply chain industry through The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.