Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Direct or coordinate production, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, or financial forecasting services or activities to limit costs and improve accuracy, customer service, or safety. Examine existing procedures or opportunities for streamlining activities to meet product distribution needs. Direct the movement, storage, or processing of inventory.
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Jobs available locally 1,911 |
Demand Locally +3 % |
Annual Wage Range $50,233 – $164,064 |
Analyze product delivery or supply chain processes to identify or recommend changes. May manage route activity including invoicing, electronic bills, and shipment tracing.
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Jobs available locally 2,431 |
Demand Locally +3 % |
Annual Wage Range $46,182 – $116,131 |
Analyze and coordinate the ongoing logistical functions of a firm or organization. Responsible for the entire life cycle of a product, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, and final disposal of resources.
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Jobs available locally 2,431 |
Demand Locally +3 % |
Annual Wage Range $46,182 – $116,131 |
Program Level:
Degrees, Online, Certificates
Program Type:
Face-to-Face, Fully Online
Department:
Career and Technical
Institute:
Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics
College:
PAC
What is the logistics program?
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Logistics is the movement of supplies, materials, and people from one place to another to satisfy corporate and consumer requirements. It includes inventory management, transportation, quality control, purchasing, operations management, and much more. The supply chain consists of the organizations, raw materials producers, factories, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers that process the flow of products to the customer. All companies rely on logistics professionals to keep their inventory moving. Logistics is critical to a healthy world economy, even when the world isn't in crisis. It was critical for the world to get through the pandemic. The global logistics sector, currently valued at over $8.6 trillion, moves hundreds of billions of dollars in freight every year. Now, as new technologies evolve and change what logistics work entails, it is more important than ever to develop this critical skill set. Logistics and Supply Chain Management is one of the most exciting career fields, according to the U.S. News and World Report. With Palo Alto College's 60-hour degree, certificates, and occupational skills award, you could be well on your way to one of the world's most rewarding and stable careers. |
Logistics Program Highlights
The program covers the foundational areas of logistics and supply chain, developing students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students learn negotiation tactics and gain exposure to supply chain analytics, both highly sought-after skills by employers.
Program features:
- Case Studies
- Industry-leading supply chain software
- Internship Opportunities
- Participation in national case study competitions
- Social Responsibility Activities – Socks and Jackets for the Homeless
- Transfer Agreement with Wayland Baptist University – Transfer 60 hours plus an additional 12 hours earned at Palo Alto College toward a Bachelor of Applied Science in Logistics and Supply Chain.
In 2022, 2023, and 2024, Palo Alto College’s Logistics and Supply Chain Management program was recognized by Intelligent.com as the third-ranked program in the nation with a totally online associate degree program. It was also recognized by Supply Chain Edu as one of the best programs in Texas.
Logistics Careers & Employment
Transportation – Dispatcher, Traffic or Freight Manager, Dispatch Supervisor, or Load Planners, Rail Operations & Planning Specialist Route Managers
Warehousing/Distribution – Supervisor Warehouse Combo, Inventory Specialist, Warehouse Supervisor, Dock Coordinator, Materials Manager
Manufacturing – Production Manager, Operations Supervisor, Operations Manager, Quality Assurance Technician
Purchasing – Buyer Expediter, Customer Service Supervisor, Entry-Level Buyer
Why get a degree in Logistics?
Jobs are available at every educational level, and a degree or certificate can often make a difference in securing that next great opportunity. Individuals with a college degree can earn over $60,000 annually, and Senior logistics managers can earn over $700,000 annually.
The projected growth for logisticians in Texas is 48% through 2032, which is much faster than the national average for the U.S. at 18%.
(Bureau of Labor Statistics 2022-2032 employment projections)
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Logistics Management Level 1 Certificate ♦ Supply Chain Management Level 2 Certificate ♦ |
♦ This symbol indicates the offering is also available fully online.
Erica Borrego, San Antonio Food Bank
Nicholas Wingerter, Truck Safety #1
Paul Easley, Southwest Research
Lisa Andrade Gonima, Del Rey Express
Ric Coons, Health Trust
Joe Wright, Continental Corporation
Johnny Bartelle, University Health Science Center
Diana Corteras, Dollar General
Andrea Alfaro, NuStar Energy
Cynthia Johnson, Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Maria D. Garcia, CPS Energy
Chester Teel, US Department of the Air Force
Roxana Vargas, C.H. Robinson
Contact Information
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Joseph Coppola Department Chair |
Sabine Hall 208 |
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Juan Flores Academic Program Lead |
Rio Grande 181D |
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Christina Barrera Certified Student Advisor |
Rio Grande 106A |
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Nicole Martinez Administrative Services Specialist |
San Jacinto |
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