Professional Standards
CILT(UK) defines the professional standards that support safe, effective, and high-performing logistics, transport, and supply chain operations. We work with industry to set clear expectations for skills, knowledge, and behaviour across the sector.
What Are Professional Standards?
Professional standards define what excellence looks like across our profession. They encompass:
- Competence
The skills, behaviours, and knowledge required to perform effectively at every career level
- Conduct
The ethical principles and professional behaviours expected of all members
- Commitment
The dedication to continuous learning, development, and contribution to the profession
Why Professional Standards Matter?
In sectors that move the goods and people essential to modern life, professional standards ensure:
- Public Confidence
Inspires trust in the capability and integrity of logistics, transport, and supply chain professionals
- Industry Excellence
Ensures work is guided by clearly defined benchmarks for quality and performance
- Career Clarity
Gives professionals at every stage a transparent roadmap for advancement and success
- Organisational Capability
Enables structured workforce development and stronger, more adaptable teams
- Sector Resilience
Equips the industry to anticipate, adapt, and thrive amid technological change and new challenges
How CILT(UK) Professional Standards Work?
Our professional standards are integrated across three interconnected pillars:
Competency Framework
Set the benchmark for career progression and workforce excellence. Discover clear pathways for professional growth, build high-performing teams, and drive sector innovation with the CILT(UK) Competency Framework.
Membership Grades
Discover which CILT(UK) membership grade is perfect for you! Whether you’re new to the field or an experienced leader, we’re here to support your development and connect you with a thriving professional network.
Courses & Qualifications
Explore CILT(UK) courses and qualifications supporting career progression in logistics, transport, supply chain and operations.
Discover how CILT(UK) can support your professional journey
We are the chartered authority in logistics, transport, and supply chain, trusted to set, uphold, and advance sector-wide professional standards. Our standards are crafted with industry leaders for real-world relevance, recognised globally, and rigorously maintained through regular review and a commitment to professional development and ethical conduct.
- Advance your career with respected, chartered recognition
- Build employer confidence with industry-endorsed standards
- Stay relevant through continuously updated, future-ready standards
- Demonstrate a commitment to excellence and ethical practice