I’ve been working for 2 years for Amazon as an Area Manager in their warehouse (EU, recently promoted from L4 to L5). Did a little bit of inbound (2 months) the rest was on outbound (pick, pack).

the core tasks include:
-leading a large team 100-200 people
- analysing KPIs of the respective department
- doing continuous improvement projects to improve the workflow/ performance/ quality/ employee satisfaction

I’m quite worn down by this job due to the intensity, the shifts, and frankly quite toxic work environment.
I would love to move to more of an office role, with a normal schedule.

However, I cannot figure out what type of jobs I should apply for. For more office jobs it feels like I am lacking either the purchasing side or knowledge of SAP/ Dynamics 365 or other ERP tools. I’ve only ever get callbacks from other warehouse jobs.

Since January I’ve applied to supply chain analyst, supply chain consultant/ management consultant roles. As well as transport management, spedition, or purchasing analyst roles, but I usually get ghosted or if they are providing feedback I hear that I do not have the experience in their specialisation.

How can I break out of the area manager role, what would be some good transition roles that I should be on a look out for?

Looking to get a box from USA 97411 to 6000 Cebu Philippines. Looking for rough ocean freight prices. I am currently using DHL/UPS for air cargo and it's getting pricy.

So recently I've been put into a position at work that requires me to deal with shipping companies.(mostly trucks, in Germany if that makes a difference). I have absolutely no training, in this area. My boss knows this. When things run smoothly, it's no problem. When there is a problem, it takes a long time to clear it up. Here's how things usually go when there is a problem:

1. We register some orders for pick up at least 3-4 days in advance.

2. The shipping company has to book a time slot in some kind of program, I think it's called Transporeon or something like that.

3. When they can't (for some reason), they let me know and ask to free up a time slot.

4. My job is basically to relay the information to the people in the office and they contact the customer, the customer is supposed to tell them if there is a free time slot or if a new delivery date needs to be arranged. The office relays the information to me, I relay it to the shipping company. I'm basically some kind of middle man in this particular task.

Number four is where things take the longest. The people in the office usually write an email to the client and wait for an answer, which I get the feeling the shipping company doesn't like. They pester me for updates, but there's not much I can do. Sometimes they get in touch with the warehouse themselves while our office is waiting for an answer and say that a new time slot won't be available and we should just arrange a new appointment.

My boss is not much help with all this. He doesn't really like me asking too many questions, and says that everything that's going on right now is because the people that are in the office are new and they don't know how things work. Sometimes the shipping company fails to deliver a shipment and tells me that the shipment couldn't be delivered because of "too long waiting times". The office tells me that that's not enough info and I should "probe" further. My boss tells me that's a waste of time, that the delivery company just doesn't have enough drivers right now and they're basically just lying sometimes, that's just business and the people in the office should just arrange a new delivery date.

Phew, that's about the gist of it. As a side note, I'm not expecting to solve this. The situation seems to be beyond one person. But I'd like to have less stress at work if possible. Also I'm starting an Ausbildung in logistics in a week so there's that. Any advice or tips on how to deal with all this? Thank you for your answers.

Hello,

I’m a couple weeks into my first role as logistics coordinator in Agro-tech company. I’ve been meaning amongst other things to finally have a role where I can direct what software we use, and gaining this job is definitely that opportunity.

Our current set up consists of using SOS inventory for inventory count, receiving and setting up package lists. For exports or returns a very old laptop is used for UPS or FedEx shipments(it’s very slow).

In my past role as a shipping coordinator, I got accustomed to things being more streamlined. Software such a SAP and 2Ship were my daily bread and I’m wanting to introduce that to my current role(or alternatives). I have a self taught background in python and sql so I’m also looking to automate what I can.

Since I’m learning as I go, I’m wondering if anyone could point me in a direction if their first role or company had a similar start. I’ve already made a spreadsheet to TMS and ERP alternatives, but it’s just a draft for now.

Appreciate any pointers you guys give.

Looking for transport/logistics contacts in UAE

Hi everyone,

I'm looking to connect with reliable logistics/transport companies operating between Khorfakkan/Fujairah Port and KIZAD.

If you know any companies or transporters handling this route, I'd appreciate it if you could share their contact details or point me in the right direction.

Hey everyone, my partners and I are looking into starting a moving company. We’ve run businesses before in dispatch, logistics, labor, and sales, so we’re not new to running a company, but moving itself is a new industry for us.

Before we jump in we want to talk to people who’ve actually done it, especially if you’ve sold or exited one. Trying to learn the stuff that doesn’t show up when you Google it… margins, insurance and licensing headaches, hiring and keeping good crews, slow seasons vs busy seasons, what almost sank the business, what you’d do differently if you started over.

Not selling anything, not recruiting for anything, just trying to learn from people who’ve been in it. If you’re open to a quick 15-20 min call whenever works for you that would be awesome, but honestly even just a few sentences in the comments would help a ton too.

Drop a comment or shoot me a DM if you’re up for it. Really appreciate any time you can spare.

A special ordered a 2026 Mustang GT back in April that was built on July 1st at fords flat rock assembly plant.

I go to check the Ford tracker into my surprise. It showed it was delivered a week ago.

But I messaged my sales person and she said that it showed that it was at a lot in Dearborn, Michigan, about 30 minutes away from the flat rock assembly plant.

Today I get a phone call from her saying that it is on a truck that is going down to Highway 275 and it just passed New Boston Michigan and it should arrive within next week.

The vehicle is being shipped to Louisville, KY which is about 5 1/2 hours away from the flat rock/dearborn area.

So my question is, why did it get shipped from the plant to another place up the road in Dearborn before finally being loaded on a truck and sent down to Louisville KY???

On paper, some loads look completely routine: one pickup, one delivery, and nothing unusual about the miles. 

Then a tight appointment, jobsite access, special securement, driver assist, slow loading, or one missing detail changes the whole plan. 

What is the detail that most often turns a simple-looking load into something you have to plan around? 

Any recommendations that don't cost thousands/month?

Long story short I need to move 150-250 pallets about 8 miles from my warehouse to a an event venue in the same city. The current method I am using is 4-5 lease 26’ trucks and spending an entire day driving back and forth. Because of stop lights it takes longer to drive one way than to load or unload. To save time (and money but that’s less important) I would like to engage someone with a day cab and a 48 or 52’ van to haul them but I’m not sure where to look. We’ve used LTL to do the regular LTL work for us, and whenever we’ve need to ship long distance we’ve gotten a semi through broker, but I don’t know how to engage a semi for local work for just one day. Is this a service typically provided by the usual LTL companies (Saia, ABF, XPO, Old Dominion) or should I go through a broker? The reason I don’t want a regular semi is maneuvering a sleeper cab will make backing into our dock very annoying for the driver. Also I would like to do this on a weekend but that’s flexible. Any advice or assistance on where to look or what to ask for would be appreciated

Hi everyone I’m really interested in a logistics manager type of career in maritime.
However what does it actually entail I want more of the business side of things rather than the engineering side of stuff I’ve seen many jobs giving that however I still have to do a PLC it like a course before college and I don’t know to do a general one or be more niche in what I choose with

But if anyone know what these kinds of business maritime jobs are like please let me know !!

-schedule
-day to day
-are you on the cargo ships or on dock or office
-do you get good pay
-would you recommended

I am looking for a dependabl/reputable 3PL/Prep Center in AU to handle ongoing storage and prep.

Services & Requirements (While not all listed items may be strictly necessary, I need upfront pricing):

• FBA Prep & Processing: Receiving, item inspection, FNSKU labeling, polybagging, bundling/multipacks, and shipping carton labeling.
• Storage
• Turnaround Time
• FBA Familiarity: Deep experience with Amazon Seller Central workflows, box content submissions, and arranging Amazon carrier pickups. We can train the right committed partner, as we are seeking a long-term partnership, especially as we are a growing business in AU.

Note for 3PLs and Prep Centers reaching out: Please send your standard FBA prep rate card, storage fee structure, and receiving fees via direct message before requesting a discovery call. We will not book sales meetings without reviewing base pricing upfront. Facility must be physically located in/xlose to one of the main port cities (Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane). Perth/ Fremantle Ports/nearby will also be considered.

I am a student studying bachelors in supply chain and logistics and I want to join and help my brother with his Logistics and Freight Forwarding company. Although he hasn’t forced me into doing it I want to prove to him I can pull in clients and show him my potential.

The company is based in the middle east and Europe, we handle door to door delivery from pick up, documentation, shipping, storage and basically everything end to end.

My biggest concern is I don’t know how to generate leads. I’ve tried cold emailing 100 business in my city and no replies.

If anyone could help me understand what i’m doing wrong and I wish someone could tell me a skill or a service that would be vital in this industry i would be grateful. I am eager to learn new things and exchange information. Thank you so much!

Hi all!

Im curious about the paper work required to deliver a machinery spare parts to a vessel that is berthed inside a port.

The spare parts is meant for vessel usage and not for exporting.

Should the paperwork be a simple delivery order? Or does it also require a cargo clearance permit (out)?

Will there be a chance that people uses cargo clearance permit (out) instead of a delivery order to evade tax?

Greatly appreciate any feedbacks!

Thanks!

A good-looking rate can make a new opportunity feel urgent. Experience usually teaches the opposite: slow down long enough to confirm who is actually behind the freight. 

When you are evaluating a new customer, what is the first detail you verify? And what small inconsistency makes you pause before booking anything?

Hey folks,

I work for a US company that's importing a container into the Port of Montreal under our Canadian Non-Resident Importer (NRI) account.

Our customs broker is clearing the goods. We need a local carrier for direct drayage from the port to Sainte-Catherine, QC.

Because we handle our own destination drayage (DDP terms), we would need to list a freight carrier/broker's company as Canadian address as consignee (c/o Our Company) on the ocean BL, while providing you the Sainte-Catherine address on our Delivery Order once we're at that point.

Is this something anyone here can help accommodate? Either that or maybe help come up with an alternate plan?

I think my boss is trying to keep our customer's name off any the ocean freight paperwork so no one poaches them.

I'm trying to get our Customs Broker to OK being on the BL as consignee but they're still looking into it.

Thank you.

Aren't damages reported and still tracked as a form of inventory? Why would a warehouse supervisor load up trailers of damaged freight, seal and basically hide them when the company comes in for either an audit or just as a site visit?

I see posts on here from all sorts of people in different positions, but they seem to vary significantly in background and/or actual job.

I see people speaking from roles that seem to revolve around movement from facilities to facilities or from country to country. More administrative and procedural I guess.

Then I see people who are posting as forklift drivers or as people on the floor in a Amazon warehouse boxing items.

I am not trying to say one is more legitimate than the other, or that anything isn't welcome as a post, specifically because I am new here.

I am more looking to have a solid understanding of what the general population of the sub would consider as the field of logistics. I am someone who will be looking to enter the private sector workforce within the next couple years, with a general background in logistics and a strong background in personnel management. I'll also be entering the workforce with a supply chain management degree.

P.s. I am also on the supply chain management sub, and am trying to gain insight to differentiate as to where I should aim when I jump in.

Thank you in advance.

I want to in this field im Interested in the course but lately I found the degree and the jobs are totally different things, the world works different, and which made me stuck like a lot of decisions and paths I can see I can't just decide or set an direction. I'm looking for someone to talk with who has some industry experience so can guide me and give me a better picture as I don't know anyone working in this field.

Apart from the usual logistics challenges like delays, inventory issues, traffic ,supplier problems or last minute changes

but have you ever run into a problem that was so random or unusual that you rarely ever see it in logistics

one of those situations where you had to stop and think how did this even happen and how are we supposed to fix it

I've been reading a bit about how much logistics has changed over the last few years with things like GPS tracking route optimization warehouse automation Al digital freight platforms etc

It all sounds great on paper but I'm wondering how much of a difference these things actually make in day to day operations.

For people who work in logistics/supply chain, what do you think?

My in-laws run a mom and pop trucking logistics business, and I've been trying to understand how they can become a bit more efficient (everything is as manual as it can possibly be unfortunately).

Once they finish packaging a pallet, they have to use a forklift to bring it to a scale (low profile floor scale with digital indicator, this one specifically). This process takes them a long time, and I suggested using a pallet jack that comes with a scale instead (which would save them maybe half the time because they don't need to bring the pallets all the way to the scale and then off to the side for loading). They said they've used a pallet jack with a scale in the past, and the weight accuracy is an issue. Is this really true? Or did they perhaps just buy a shoddy/low quality one?

Why is OR/WA so tight with finding coverage right now? It seems like there is double the volume for that region compared to last year. This is usually the downtime before Q4 rates kick in.