Get the facts
Logistics is about moving goods from A to B
Let’s get back to basics with the nitty gritty of logistics. Find out what exactly logistics is, how many businesses are involved and what’s going on close to home.
What is logistics?
It’s about moving, supplying and storing goods around the UK and the rest of the world, for every kind of business. It’s also about delivering your letters and parcels and helping you move house. Whether it’s your trainers, your laptop, your cornflakes or your sofa, getting these things from A to B on time by road, rail, sea or air is what logistics is all about.
It takes over 2.3 million people working across 188,445 businesses in the UK alone to do this work, that’s 1 in 12 of all jobs. It’s hardly surprising the UK logistics industry is worth over £96 billion every year.
Whatever you’re into, you’ll find a job that’s right for you. Logistics offers a huge variety of careers, including driving, planning, removals and stock control. Flick through some example jobs to see for yourself. 
Or if you simply want the raw facts about this dynamic industry, we’ll tell you more about logistics.
Facts in your area
If you’d like to see what the industry looks like locally, check out the facts for England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
Big businesses
Wondering who you’ll work for? You probably know a lot of logistics companies already. Pickfords, DHL, Royal Mail – they all collect and deliver goods for businesses or the general public. Why not meet some companies to find out more?
What’s in it for you?
With all this variety on offer it’s easy to find a job that suits you. But you probably want to know what you’ll get paid too! A career in logistics means you can earn really good money, whether you join as an apprentice or as a graduate with experience outside the industry. Just bring your skills and knowledge with you and prepare for an exciting and rewarding career. To see what qualifications you need, head to our Learn to earn area.
There are a number of other organisations and publications that can provide you with information about careers in logistics.
