Logistics careers
Operational work, described the way employers screen for it.
Pick rates, load accuracy, safety records and shift cover are hard evidence. Most CVs never mention them.
The work that rarely reaches your CV
These are the things people forget to mention, and the things employers most want to hear about.
- Leading a pick, pack or loading team on shift
- Meeting accuracy and productivity targets
- Carrying out safety checks and reporting hazards
- Handling a delayed or damaged delivery
- Training colleagues on equipment or process
- Covering a team leader during absence
Skills you can usually evidence
- Health and safety awareness
- Process compliance and accuracy
- Problem-solving under time pressure
- Stock and inventory control
- Team coordination across shifts
- Working to measured targets
Where it can lead
Typical next steps
Indicative routes only. What is realistic for you depends on the evidence you can show.
Team leader
Shift cover and delegation evidence.
Shift supervisor
Performance, safety and people responsibility.
Warehouse manager
Site operations and targets.
Transport planning
Routing, scheduling and cost control.
Health and safety roles
Built on a consistent compliance record.
Continuous improvement
Evidence of changes you suggested and delivered.