Logisticians
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.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Logisticians to increase by 17.6% between 2024 and 2034, from 255,100 to 300,000 jobs. Its estimate of 26,600 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($82,320), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
255,100
Projected employment (2034)
300,000
Projected change (2024–2034)
18%
Annual openings (projected average)
26,600
Pay & Preparation
$82,320
Bachelor's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Systems Analysis (4.62/5) • Systems Evaluation (4.12/5) • Writing (4.12/5) • Complex Problem Solving (4.12/5) • Active Learning (4/5) • Reading Comprehension (4/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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