Didn’t Supply Chains existed since the first product or service was produced and sold?? Since then, making Supply Chain Management a strategic priority has been one of the best ways for companies to boost revenue generation and customer satisfaction. Organizations like Ford, Walmart, Amazon, and Amul have built fortunes by getting their Supply Chain Management right. But what exactly is Supply Chain Management? What is the Demand & Scope for Supply Chain Managers? Let's dive into the industry along with Recent Salary Trends!!
Supply Chain Management. It ensures you get your morning coffee and newspaper on time, your gifts delivered to the right person, and that your dinner table veggies are as fresh as the conversation.
At the most fundamental level, Supply Chain Management is the management of the flow of data, materials, and finances related to a good or service & bringing together suppliers to effectively move a product from its conception to the customer's hands while taking supply and demand into account.
Demand & Scope for Supply Chain Managers:
The scope of supply chain management is quite broad. Since the supply chain encompasses multiple aspects such as manufacturing, warehousing, packaging, transportation & delivery, IT, logistics, etc., it creates numerous job positions across different sectors.
Some of the most promising jobs in supply chain management are Production Planner, Logistics Resource Planner, Production Manager, Maintenance Supervisor/Manager, Quality Manager, Purchasing Manager, Warehouse Manager, Purchasing & Inventory Controller, Procurement Specialist, Transport Administrator/Manager, and Reverse Logistics Manager.
Recent Salary Trends
It’s pretty common knowledge by this point that Supply Chain professionals are in high demand. Companies are engaged in a struggle to find the top Supply Chain talent, resorting to improved compensation packages and even lawsuits to hold onto their star performers.
Here are the Average salary figures of supply chain managers from India’s top firms:
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Hence, Should You Choose A Career In Supply Chain Management??
Supply chain management as a career has immense growth prospects. The pandemic made online shopping the new normal. And, this norm is here to stay. Hey, when even your grandma wants to shop online, you know this trend is here to stay.
Plus, today, the world is one marketplace. Companies that run their supply chains best will outdo their rivals in customer satisfaction & retention as well as profitability. So, if you’re smart, good at thinking on your feet & improvising, keen on acquiring statistical and logical thinking skills, and willing to upskill to match current industry trends, a Supply Chain Management career can pay you rich dividends.
How Do We Help You In Progressing In Supply Chain Career?
Course Highlights
- 100+ learning hours with SPJIMR faculty & Industry experts
- Learn In-Demand Concepts Like Warehouse Operations, Tech In Supply Chain, Supply Chain Planning, Purchasing & Procurement
- Reinforce Supply Chain Management concepts with Harvard Business School case studies and simulations
- 25+ Hours Of Live & Recorded Learning Sessions On Industry Outlook, Soft Skills & Interview Prep With Industry Experts
- Get Certified By SPJIMR, Decathlon & AltUni
Career Opportunity Highlights
- Get A Chance To Interview With Decathlon For A Full-Time Job Opportunity
- Become Executive SPJIMR Alumnus & Get Access To A Host Of Lifelong Benefits.
- Get Industry Exposure With Live Industry Projects & Add It To Your CV
- AltUni Career Services: 1-on-1 CV editing & interview prep
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Indraneel Das - SCM 3, Supply production leader
“This certification was exactly what I needed for my career switch. The top-notch sessions, expert instructors, and outstanding career services made it a fantastic experience. I highly recommend AltUni to anyone seeking to upskill and advance their career. Thank you, AltUni team!”
Divyani Darbar - SCM 3, Retail Logistician
“The course was truly a game-changer! I learned so much and gained the skills I needed, as well as new opportunities. I'm grateful for the support and guidance from the dedicated team. Thank you!”
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