Retail Warehouse and Distribution Jobs in Illinois

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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1st Shift Warehouse Operations Manager

  • Dwight, IL
  • moments ago
  • Dwight, IL
  • moments ago

1st Shift Warehouse Operations Manager 1st Shift Warehouse Operations Manager Position Type: Full-Time Starting Salary: $115,000 Salary Increases: Year 2 $120,000 | Year 3 - $125,000 | Year 4 -...

Supply Chain Analyst

  • Chicago, IL
  • moments ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • moments ago

at StaalX LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Monitor route activity for steel products starting from overseas origin points to the end customers. Provide ongoing analyses in...

Flexible Shift Warehouse Order Selector - $23.71/hr+

  • Urbana, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 5 hours ago

Job Ref: 170060 Location: Urbana, IL 61801 Location Flexibility: Onsite Category: Logistics and Warehouse Job Type: Part-time Job Status: Non-exempt Pay Basis Hourly Pay Rate $23.71 Brand UNFI...

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Shipping Tues - Sat

  • Shorewood, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Shorewood, IL
  • 16 hours ago

Bobs Discount Furniture is quickly climbing the ladder of top furniture retailers in the country! Come join us and share in our journey of success! Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, Start time 5:00am...

Warehouse Order Selector/Cherry Picker Operator

  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 16 hours ago

Description ESSENDANT Inc. is an inclusive team environment that values the contributions of its associates through a great culture, competitive pay, and generous benefits. Job title Warehouse...

Warehouse Worker

  • Sauget, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sauget, IL
  • 17 hours ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? We help you make it! Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific...

Supply Chain Manager - R5832-2615

  • Decatur, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 22 hours ago

at Mueller Co, LLC in Decatur, Illinois, United States Job Description Mueller Water Products, the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution...

Supply Chain Analyst - SAP Systems, Foundry

  • East Alton, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • East Alton, IL
  • 22 hours ago

at Wieland North America, Inc. in East Alton, Illinois, United States Job Description Supply Chain Analyst - SAP Systems, Foundry Job Location US-IL-East Alton ID 2025-3254 # of Openings 1 Posted...

Description About Alvarez & Marsal Corporate Performance Improvement (A&M CPI) A&M CPI provides management consulting services to help companies improve performance through top line growth and...

Warehouse Forklift Operator/Stocker (2nd Shift)

  • Channahon, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Channahon, IL
  • 1 day ago

The Forklift Operator will be responsible for moving products around the warehouse with ease. They need to use RF scanners to keep track of the items they are moving. The operator will need to...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Naperville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 1 day ago

Drive Your Career Forward - Now Hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator in Naperville, IL! Join the team at a leading home improvement retail corporation as a Warehouse Forklift Operator. If you have...

Warehouse Worker - Dock Associate - 1st Shift

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 1 day ago

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse dock associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing...

Warehouse Worker 1st Shift

  • Northbrook, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 1 day ago

Metals USA is seeking a 1 st Shift Warehouse Worker for our Northbrook, IL location. Metals USA is a leading metals processor/distributor in North America, providing a wide range of carbon steel...

Warehouse Operations Supervisor - 2nd Shift

  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 1 day ago

Accelerate your career. Join the organization that's driving the world's technology and shape the future. Ingram Micro is a leading technology company for the global information technology...

Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: 2nd Shift-Freezer Order Selector * Hourly pay: $21 ($18 base +$3 shift differential + $ 1.25 Freezer) * Performance-based selection incentive opportunity up to an additional...

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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...
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...
Strategic Distribution Management Foundation
Distributors can be split into two categories based upon who they serve. First, retail distributors buy from wholesalers or manufacturers and sell products directly to consumers. In contrast...

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Salary for Retail Warehouse and Distribution Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Retail Warehouse and Distributions in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.3%
Bachelor's Degree
29.4%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
Master's Degree
9.1%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Retail Warehouse and Distributions in Illinois
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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