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OPPORTUNITIES IN OPERATIONMANAGEMENT
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3.DISTRIBUTION TRANSPORT CLERK
Transport industry is one such area which is growing very
fast and promises to do so in near future. A transport clerks duty is
mainly to manage the administration of transport industry.( air cargo,
shipping ,rail, road)
4. DISTRIBUTION OPERATIONS MANAGER
The main focus of distribution operations manager is on
strategic issues although he has to manage day-to-day activities as
well. A team of line managers assist him and he is sole responsible for
strategic management. Sometimes he has to look after operations
which are spread over multiple locations, nationally or
internationally. He has to handle the responsibility of storing and
shipping of products along with keeping track of inventory
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5.DISTRIBUTION MANAGER
Job responsibilities of a distribution manager are more than
only managing and controlling movement of goods. He has to
ensure that goods are always delivered in time and there is
minimal wastage. He has to closely coordinate with other
personnel like transport managers and purchase managers to
monitor stock levels and reorder for fresh stocks and also to
monitor the movement of goods
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6. SUPPLY CHAIN SOFTWARE MANGER
Manages components of distribution technology including
warehouse operations systems, electronic communication and
order taking systems, and support systems. Designs analytical
tools to increase and measure productivity. Develops decision
support systems to analyze and optimize logistics andtransportation systems
(a)Related Positions
Computer information SystemsManager, Systems Coordinator.
1. Incorporates software solutions into logistics arenas such aswarehousing, production planning, customer services, andtransportation
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2. Integrates logistics and supply chain software information into
corporate databases
3. Assists in communicating with all members of the supply chain
Provides computer system support to users
4. Evaluates potential computer solutions for purchase and
implementation
SKILLS REQUIRED
Extremely good technical/computer skills and knowledge;
understanding of logistics and global supply chain operations and
components, including warehousing functions, statistical process
control and other Total Quality Management (TQM) techniques;
problem solving skills; ability to manage people
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2, PROJECT MANAGEMENT
1. PROJECT COORDINATER
Project coordinator is an entry-level position that offers exposure to
the work done by project managers. It's usually an administrative
position involving a great deal of paperwork. You generate and
distribute the reports that keep the project management team,
owners, company staff, and others informed of a project's progress.
2. PROJECT SCHEDULER
For larger projects, a project scheduler runs the software,
inputting the information supplied by the management team and
updating files as needed. This is a technical position that involves a
great deal of computer work and little actual management.
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3. ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
Assistant PMs do not necessarily assist the project
manager directly. Rather, they're usually assigned specific tasks to
manage. They meet regularly with the PM to report progress and
problems
4. PROJECT MANAGER
In this position, you may run a project yourself or lead a
management team, delegating task management to assistants.
PM
s report to the "owner" of a projectwhether that's a realestate developer, government agency, or your company's senior
management. You oversee budget and schedule, and take
responsibility for the project's proper completion
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5. SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Many large organizations that tackle
multiple projects at once (especially construction and
engineering companies) employ a senior project manager. The
senior project manager supervises a company's various
project managers, coordinating the allocation of company
resources, approving costs, and deciding which projects
should take priority
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3 PRODUCTION/MANUFACTURING
1. MATERIAL MANAGER
Stores a product through all phases from production
to finished goods, shipping between departments, transportation
to distribution centres, warehouses, and customers
2. PURCHASING MANAGER
Buys the goods and services, raw materials, and
supplies required by the firm for its operation. They coordinate
the quantity, quality, price, and timing delivery appropriate for the
firm's needs
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3.INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION MANAGER
Coordinates the activities of production departments of
manufacturing firms. They are responsible for the productionscheduling, staffing, quality control, equipment operation and
maintenance, inventory control, and coordinating the unit's activities
with that of the other departments. Jobs include: line supervisor,
manufacturing manager, production planner, production manager
4.OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST
Decides on the best allocation of resources within anorganization or system. Resources include time, money, people,
space, and raw materials..Jobs include: industrial engineer, systems
analyst, office manager, forecaster
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5. QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
Works on the prevention of product deficiencies
through prevention, detection, and correction. They ensure that
production goals and quality are met. They might sample,
inspect, and test operations and set standards. Jobs include:
quality assurance manager, inspector, technician
6. FACILITIES COORDINATOR
Designs the physical environment of a
company.Work on building design, furniture and associated
equipment.