Working your way up the chain

If you can see the importance of supply chain management and want to pursue a career in the sector, how can you prepare for the challenge?

Obviously, you can learn a lot from reading industry magazines, but experience is what really makes a difference.

In terms of formal education, most employers expect a candidate to have at least a bachelor's degree in a subject such as industrial engineering.

Studies in business or finance are also seen as an added advantage.

Besides that, it is vital to understand the basic concept of a supply chain.

Graduates can start out as a supply chain or materials analyst before moving into management roles after a few years.