What is a dock manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a dock manager

1. Explore dock manager education requirements

   Most common dock manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   44.5 %

   High School Diploma

   23.6 %

   Associate

   20.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific dock manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Customer Service	16.43%
   Cleanliness	15.79%
   Pallet Jack	9.37%
   Inventory Control	6.85%
   Delivery Truck	6.68%

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3. Complete relevant dock manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New dock managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a dock manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real dock manager resumes.

4. Research dock manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage logistics personnel and logistics systems and direct daily operations.
   • Perform inventory markdowns using a RF scanner.
   • Hang pick orders and prepare them for parcel or LTL shipments.
   • Handle, process, and secure high value air and LTL freight.

5. Apply for dock manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a dock manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams