Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
specialised goods distribution manager
ESCO occupation · 21 essential, 22 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
implement strategic planning
plan transport operations
manage contracts
freight transport methods
manage freight payment methods
ensure regulatory compliance concerning distribution activities
ensure customs compliance
track shipments
cost management
manage staff
forecast distribution activities
develop financial statistics reports
perform risk analysis
track shipping sites
handle carriers
supply chain management
manage financial risk
carry out statistical forecasts
communicate with shipment forwarders
adhere to organisational guidelines
carry out inventory control accuracy
Optional & specialised skills
present reports
handle customer complaints
transportation software related to an ERP system
monitor stock level
train employees
manage health and safety standards
employment law
e-commerce systems
write work-related reports
monitor security procedures in warehouse operations
international import export regulations
minimise shipping cost
manage resources
negotiate price
oversee freight-related financial documentation
hazardous freight regulations
manage a warehouse management system
negotiate terms with suppliers
supplier management
initiate contact with buyers
negotiate buying conditions
international commercial transactions rules
Other matches: household goods distribution manager · pharmaceutical goods distribution manager · distribution manager · waste and scrap distribution manager · logistics and distribution manager
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.