Supply Chain Management Major Related Careers
The following careers are directly or indirectly related to the study of this major. Click the job title to learn more about it. To search for more career options, visit OnetOnline.org.
Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Management focuses on the functional business processes, from the initial procurement of raw materials to the eventual distribution of products to customers. Students will learn essential business topics such as: logistics and distribution, sourcing, supply chain planning and analytics, and operations processes.
A major in Supply Chain Management positions you for success in a quickly changing global economy where a strong understanding of optimized business processes is crucial. Possible careers for a Supply Chain Management major include logistics management, industrial engineering, purchasing management, sourcing, loss prevention, and more.
For more information about this field, visit the departmental website, and for detailed information about degree requirements, view the most recent Kelley Academic Bulletin. Visit the Kelley Student Life page for various opportunities to get involved.
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Academic information
University Division's Explore Programs tool is the place to go for academic information about any IUB major, minor, or certificate.
Open in Explore Programs- Supply Chain Managers
- Logistics Analysts
- Logistics Managers
- Operations Research Analysts
- Industrial Engineers
- Logisticians
- Purchasing Managers
- Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks
- Chief Sustainability Officers
- Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics
- Loss Prevention Managers
- Fallers
- First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
- Material Moving Workers, All Other
Career Interests
John Holland developed a theoretical framework consisting of six general themes that describe broad areas interest relating to self and the working world. If you are interested in discovering your career interests, visit our Learn more about yourself page to learn about the Strong Interest Inventory.
This major consists of the following themes:
- Realistic
- Social
- Enterprising
Supply Chain Management Major Related Skills
Below is a sampling of skills related to this major mapped from the Skillscan Driver Assessment. The SkillScan assessment provides a simple 3-step process to help you learn about your strengths and weaknesses, the skills you enjoy and want to use in a career and those skills needing development. Consider taking the SkillScan assessment to better understand your skills as it relates to majors at IU.
Analytical
- Solve Problems
- Analyze
- Budget
Physical or Technical
- Observe
- Operate Equipment
Communication
- Listen
- Consult
- Write
Management or Leadership
- Make Decisions
- Lead
- Manage Projects
- Coordinate
Student Organizations
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Career Guides
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