Supply Chain Technician
Direct or coordinate production, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, or financial forecasting services or activities to limit costs and improve accuracy, customer service, or safety. Examine existing procedures or opportunities for streamlining activities to meet product distribution needs. Direct the movement, storage, or processing of inventory.
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Jobs available locally 1,911 |
Demand Locally +3 % |
Annual Wage Range $50,233 – $164,064 |
Analyze product delivery or supply chain processes to identify or recommend changes. May manage route activity including invoicing, electronic bills, and shipment tracing.
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Jobs available locally 2,431 |
Demand Locally +3 % |
Annual Wage Range $46,182 – $116,131 |
Analyze and coordinate the ongoing logistical functions of a firm or organization. Responsible for the entire life cycle of a product, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, and final disposal of resources.
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Jobs available locally 2,431 |
Demand Locally +3 % |
Annual Wage Range $46,182 – $116,131 |
Program Level:
Continuing Education
Program Type:
Fully Online
Department:
Continuing Education
Institute:
Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics
College:
PAC, SPC
What is the Supply Chain Technician program?
Students receive an introduction to logistics through a systems approach to managing activities associated with traffic, transportation, inventory management and control, warehousing, packaging, order processing, and materials handling. An emphasis on physical distribution and total supply chain management; training includes warehouse operations management, hardware and software operations, bar codes, organizational effectiveness, just-in-time manufacturing, continuous replenishment, and third party. An overview of the principles and practices of transportation and its role in the distribution process is also covered. Emphasis on the physical transportation systems involved in the United States as well as on global distribution systems includes topics such as carrier responsibilities and services, freight classifications, rates, tariffs, and public policy and regulations. As well as logistical geography and the development of skills to solve logistical transportation problems and issues.
Courses
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Program Information
Time Commitment144 Contact Hours 8 Week Training |
CertificationCertificate of Completion (Alamo) / CE2Credit eligible |
Career OutlookLearn more at the Alamo Colleges Career Coach website |
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