Retail Warehouse and Distribution Jobs

A Retail Warehouse and Distribution center plays a crucial role in the retail industry. These centers serve as the hub for all products that are received from suppliers before they are distributed to various retail stores. They ensure proper storage, organization, and inventory of products, thereby maintaining supply chain efficiency. They also ensure that retail stores are regularly stocked with goods for sale, thus, enabling the Retail Industry to meet consumer demands promptly. Furthermore, they handle the return and exchange of goods, thereby managing the reverse logistics.

For a successful operation, a Retail Warehouse and Distribution Professional should possess essential skills such as inventory management, logistics planning, team coordination, and knowledge of warehouse management systems. Certifications that enhance their value include Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), and Certified Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD). Prior to becoming a Retail Warehouse and Distribution professional, one may have roles such as Inventory Associate, Warehouse Associate, or Logistics Coordinator, which provide the necessary exposure and understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, and supply chain management.

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Warehouse Worker - Immediate Opening

  • Shawano, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Shawano, WI
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description: Position Details: Earn $23+/hour on average after training! Schedule Sunday - Thursday nights (start time 4 PM) Earn a $3,000 Hiring Bonus! We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay...

Warehouse Worker

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 3 days ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Our FORT MILL Night Warehouse Selectors start at $19.83 per hour and Incentive Pay. We are looking for Night Warehouse Selectors who relish the chance to push their...

Supply Chain Manager

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 4 days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Procurement Job Qualifications:...

Logistics Specialist

  • Georgetown, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Georgetown, KY
  • 5 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : We are immediately hiring a Logistics Specialist in Georgetown, KY for our Supply Chain Solutions...

Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • Fishersville, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Fishersville, VA
  • 5 days ago

This position is responsible for maintaining electrical and mechanical systems on all automation equipment. (S)he will be responsible for troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems and...

Warehouse Worker

  • Verona, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Verona, VA
  • 5 days ago

This position is responsible for maintaining electrical and mechanical systems on all automation equipment. (S)he will be responsible for troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems and...

Warehouse Order Selector

  • Staunton, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Staunton, VA
  • 5 days ago

This position is responsible for maintaining electrical and mechanical systems on all automation equipment. (S)he will be responsible for troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems and...

Supply Chain Associate

  • Norwich, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Norwich, CT
  • 7 days ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? We help you make it! Work Schedule: Sunday-Thursday. 5:30pm- until complete. 8-12 hr....

Summer Only Order Picker - $23 per hour average after training

  • Shawano, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Shawano, WI
  • 8 days ago

Job Description: Position Details: *Summertime Only*, working from May to August 2025 Pay starts at $17 per hour with performance-based pay averaging $23 per hour after training Work Schedule-...

Warehouse Order Selector - Now Hiring

  • Rice, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Rice, MN
  • 8 days ago

Job Description: Position Details: $21.00 per hour plus incentives 4-night work week, (four out of six nights Sunday - Friday, no Saturdays) 5:30 PM - until finished. We Deliver the Goods:...

Senior Supply Chain Manager

  • Bridgeport, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Bridgeport, MI
  • 13 days ago

ABOUT US At Orchid Orthopedic Solutions, we're more than just a contract manufacturer of orthopedic devices; we're on a mission to enable a longer, active life. With a dedicated focus on implants,...

Order Picker

  • Edgar Springs, MO
  • 13 days ago
  • Edgar Springs, MO
  • 13 days ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? Location: Salem, MO Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific...

Warehouse Operations Supervisor - Duncan, OK

  • Duncan, OK
  • 19 days ago
  • Duncan, OK
  • 19 days ago

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate...

Night Warehouse Selector

  • Versailles, CT
  • 20 days ago
  • Versailles, CT
  • 20 days ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? We help you make it! Work Schedule: Sunday-Thursday. 5:30pm- until complete. 8-12 hr....

Warehouse Operations Manager

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 22 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : Job Description We are immediately hiring a Warehouse Operations Manager in Lancaster, PA for our...

Retail Warehouse and Distribution Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Distribution and Warehouse Management Series Package
Complete 10 hours of online training in distribution and warehousing. Perfect for warehouse maintenance personnel. Enroll now! The Distribution and Warehouse Management Package was designed to...
Warehouse Safety
Modern industry relies heavily on warehouses as distribution hubs for material goods. Goods are stored, usually temporarily, in warehouses as they make their way to their final destinations for...
Logistics and Distribution Management
Course Description This course explores the fundamental concepts and ideas of logistics and distribution management. It delves into the various logistics information management systems, analyzes...

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Salary for Retail Warehouse and Distribution Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Retail Warehouse and Distributions offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.8%
Bachelor's Degree
29.0%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
Master's Degree
8.8%
Some College
2.5%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Retail Warehouse and Distributions
Less than 1 year
67.2%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
10.0%
1-2 years
4.2%
4-6 years
0.6%


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