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
adhere to organisational guidelines
manage financial risk
manage contracts
freight transport methods
carry out statistical forecasts
implement strategic planning
communicate with shipment forwarders
manage freight payment methods
ensure customs compliance
handle carriers
manage staff
plan transport operations
supply chain management
perform risk analysis
track shipping sites
track shipments
develop financial statistics reports
ensure regulatory compliance concerning distribution activities
cost management
forecast distribution activities
carry out inventory control accuracy
Optional & specialised skills
international import export regulations
train employees
negotiate buying conditions
supplier management
handle customer complaints
write work-related reports
e-commerce systems
monitor security procedures in warehouse operations
manage resources
employment law
negotiate terms with suppliers
minimise shipping cost
oversee freight-related financial documentation
initiate contact with buyers
present reports
manage health and safety standards
hazardous freight regulations
transportation software related to an ERP system
international commercial transactions rules
negotiate price
manage a warehouse management system
monitor stock level
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.