Logistics Manager

The missions of the logistics manager

The role of logistics manager in the nautical industry is one of fieldwork and organisation. The logistics manager ensures that goods are delivered to the right place, at the right time, in the right quality and in the right quantity. A flaw in the logistics system could very quickly lead to a halt in production.

What I really enjoy about my job on a day-to-day basis is being in contact with the teams, living and working within a logistics warehouse with collective objectives to achieve. I have my own objectives but I get even more satisfaction from achieving the goals of a group, of a company.

Logistics Manager

On a day-to-day basis, the logistics manager moves between the various buildings and stores on site to ensure that organisation, safety and daily objectives are being met. They oversee the central warehouse where up to 80% of the parts fitted to boats are stored — more than 10,000 references in stock. They constantly ensure that the workload is well matched to the available workforce, so that no delays disrupt production.

The essential qualities for this role are organisation, autonomy, dynamism and flexibility.

Initial training and apprenticeship

Several qualifications provide access to the role of logistics manager. The BTS in Transport and Associated Logistics Management (GTLA, level Bac+2) is a solid entry point, accessible from the Baccalaureate. For those aiming directly at a management position, a BUT in Industrial Quality, Logistics and Organisation (QLIO), a Professional Licence in Logistics or a Bachelor's degree in Logistics Management (level Bac+3, RNCP37080) are particularly valued by recruiters.

These programmes are available as initial training or apprenticeships, through a work-study contract (ages 16 to 30) or a professionalisation contract (from age 16, with no upper age limit). They are eligible for CPF funding.

Professional retraining

The logistics manager role is accessible to candidates retraining from backgrounds in team management, flow coordination or industrial organisation. It is possible to start in operational positions and progress gradually through continuing education programmes offered by specialist organisations such as AFPA, AFTRAL or IFOCOP. These programmes can be funded by France Travail, the OPCOs or through a Professional Transition Project (CPF de transition).

Career development

After several years of experience, the logistics manager can progress to roles such as Director of Operations, Supply Chain Manager or Operations Manager, overseeing the entire supply chain. Further training towards a Master's in Logistics or a qualification as an International Logistics Operations Manager (level Bac+5) opens the door to senior management positions within large industrial groups.