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Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

Median Salary
99,200
Job Outlook
+3%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable government laws or regulations. Includes logistics managers.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

85%

State and local government

5%

Self-employed

4%

Private not for profit

4%

Federal Government

3%

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of transportation, storage, and distribution managers is projected to grow 9 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 19,700 openings for transportation, storage, and distribution managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$59,990

10%

$99,200

Median

$151,680

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
  • Public Administration
  • Business/Commerce, General
  • Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
  • Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
  • Transportation/Mobility Management
  • Transportation and Infrastructure Planning/Studies

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Leadership

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management
  • Transportation
  • Personnel and Human Resources
  • Mathematics

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.