Logistics Analysts

Manufacturers, distributors, shipping companies, major corporations, and government groups will continue to need logistics analysts to help them improve their production and distribution processes and systems. Competition for work will be keen so those with a bachelor's degree in logistics and supply chain management and certification, coupled with strong knowledge of logistics software, will have the best job prospects.

The U.S. Department of Labor predicts that employment for logisticians will grow by 19 percent from 2023 through 2033. This is much faster than the average for all careers. Good opportunities will be due to the growth of the global economy and the need for logistics professionals to ensure efficient transportation of goods. The supply and distribution process also continues to become increasingly complex, and a growing number of companies will need logistics analysts to identify the problem areas in their processes and come up with methods for improvement. Mergers and acquisitions of third-party logistics companies may limit some employment growth, but logistics analysts with work experience and technology skills will have an advantage in the job market.