Brian Gutierrez, Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Project Manager at Priority Freight Ltd., speaks to Kent Business School at The University of Kent to discuss the importance of the institution and offers his advice to professionals who want to move to the UK.<\/p>\n
I\u2019m managing a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) project with Priority Freight Ltd.<\/a> and the University of Kent<\/a>. This involves developing an efficient and bespoke scheduling tool using heuristic approaches for the design of collection\/delivery in contingency logistics.<\/p>\n The logistics degree I undertook at the University of Kent<\/a> had a good mixture of qualitative and quantitative modules and research. The qualitative element focused on supply chain strategy, operational management and warehouse management; the quantitative element centered on data analysis, optimisation software, routing program design, modelling techniques and location analysis. It is important to know both parts for today\u2019s logistics professions. I\u2019ve found that understanding both aspects has been extremely useful in my career so far.<\/p>\n Do not get overwhelmed with the visa paperwork. Although the process is simple and straightforward, there are several conditions that must be met in order to move to the UK, which can at first glance appear daunting. I found that keeping a journal with facts, website links and important dates made the process less onerous.<\/p>\n As a young professional, I\u2019ve had the proclivity to focus on how my tasks help a team or department. Working with senior professionals has enabled me to broaden my scope and appreciate the implications of everyone\u2019s role in an organisation.<\/p>\n I\u2019ve been fortunate enough to receive support in every organisation I\u2019ve been in so far, so it\u2019s never been a challenge to get my voice heard. The challenge for a young professional, I\u2019ve found, is speaking up.<\/p>\n The logistics and transport sector ranges significantly. CILT <\/a>collectively brings the profession together to share ideas and knowledge. This is important to my career progression. There is always something to learn.<\/p>\n I\u2019ve been a member since I was a student and found, and still find, CILT<\/a>\u2019s resources helpful. I\u2019ve recently enrolled in the Young Professionals Forum and would like to contribute actively.<\/p>\n Many thanks to Brian for his insights. If an MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management interests you, take a look and apply now.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Find out more about Knowledge Transfer Partnerships<\/a> with Kent Business School.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Having studied at the University of Kent, how important do you believe logistics degrees are within the sector?<\/h2>\n
What advice would you give to young professionals who want to move to the UK and make a career in the profession?<\/h2>\n
How have you found working with senior professionals has enabled your career to develop?<\/h2>\n
As a young professional, is getting your voice heard ever a challenge?<\/h2>\n
How important do you feel being a member of CILT(Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport) is to your career progression?<\/h2>\n
How involved are you with CILT, and is this something you want to develop alongside your career?<\/h2>\n