Without logistics, the world would stop. It’s how food reaches supermarkets, medicines reach hospitals, and the latest trainers hit the shelves. Behind the scenes, logistics keeps life moving – and it’s only becoming more important as our world gets faster and more connected.
That’s why we’re working with Tritax Big Box, specialists in creating and investing in the warehouses and distribution centres that power the logistics network. They see first-hand how vital this sector is and how quickly it’s growing.
Together, we’re unpacking what a career in logistics really looks like for young people – from digital innovation to problem-solving on the ground.
Already, our Unboxing the Future programme has engaged more than 64,000 young people across 163 schools, with 96% saying they discovered new career options they hadn’t considered before.
We’re also challenging outdated stereotypes about who belongs in these roles. Our aim is simple: to inspire the diverse, talented workforce of the future.
From Classroom to Career
With this project, pupils don’t just hear that logistics is important – they see it in action. They learn how the subjects they study every day connect directly to real jobs in the sector:
- Science to design machinery to reach the highest shelves
- Maths to calculate how many lorries of each size are required for each delivery
- IT to make sure the online shop shows exactly what’s available to order
- English language and literacy needed to communicate with all the people involved
- Geography to map the most efficient delivery routes
For many, it’s the first time they’ve realised the link between schoolwork and future opportunities. In fact, 94% of students said they discovered new jobs they hadn’t considered before.
As one teacher reflected:
“It hit home with a lot of my pupils… you don’t have to get top marks in school to do well in life.”
And students, too, have been inspired:
“I didn’t know what logistics was before attending the event.”
Hannah, student
“I used to think I’d just work at McDonald’s. Now I actually want to go to uni and do something with drawing – like the architect I met today.”
Ali, student
Logistics might often happen behind the scenes, but it’s a sector that’s full of possibilities for young people.
The logistics sector is vital to ensuring the smooth running of everyday life – from food on the shelves in supermarkets to making sure the correct car parts reach mechanics on time.
Who are Tritax Big Box?
Tritax Big Box develop, own and manage high-quality logistics space across the UK – supplying companies across all sectors (from retail to pharma to manufacturing) with the logistics space they need to help their businesses to succeed.
Its customers include some of the UK’s most well-known companies, including Amazon, B&Q, Co-op, Rolls Royce, Tesco and Unilever to name just a few!
“At Tritax Big Box, we want to share with young people the exciting world of logistics – and attract future talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. It’s a sector packed with opportunities and interesting careers. We’re working with schools and organisations across the UK to showcase what the sector offers, and to provide mentoring and training to help students fulfil their potential – wherever their careers might take them.”
Petrina Austin, Head of Asset Management
I work in a school and this is perfect for inspiring our students
Your pupils will learn about a huge array of jobs they may never have considered when you join Inspiring the Future and get involved in this activity.
The benefits of being part of Inspiring the Future are we give you direct contact to over 90,000 workplace volunteers who have signed up with us. We work with primary and secondary schools and with colleges as we believe in inspiring children of all ages.
You can invite volunteers from Tritax to come to your school in person or virtually. Whichever you choose, your students can learn about necessary skills, different career paths and the school subjects that are important for future opportunities. We also run training sessions for educators, and have a brilliant team here who are very keen to help. Most are former teachers, so they have the practical knowledge and insights to help.
It’s quick and easy to join Inspiring the Future – and there’s no cost to schools.