Retail Warehouse and Distribution Jobs in Washington

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 Order Selector - Immediate Opening

  • Mercer Island, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mercer Island, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • Renton, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Renton, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Warehouse Order Selector - Now Hiring

  • Kent, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Supply Chain Manager, Amazon Robotics - Order Management

  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 hours ago

On the Amazon Robotics (AR) team, we build dynamic partnerships between people and intelligent machines. This intricate collaboration helps Amazon fulfill orders with unmatched accuracy. Working...

Warehouse Worker Night Shift

  • Puyallup, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Puyallup, WA
  • 10 hours ago

Primary Responsibilities Assist in receiving dock operations by loading or unloading shipments Mechanically use a forklift, pallet jacks, or order- picker, using a full range of peripheral vision to...

Salvage Lumber Warehouse Worker

  • Seattle, WA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 18 hours ago

weather conditions Willingness to learn equipment and tools (prior experience a plus, but not required) Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team Interest in sustainability, reuse, or woodworking...

Temporary Supply Chain Analyst

  • Preston, WA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Preston, WA
  • 19 hours ago

WHO WE ARE Were Talking Rain, and were so much more than water. We build flavorful brands, like Sparkling Ice, Sparkling Ice +Caffeine, Sparkling Ice +Energy, Talking Rain Waters, and AQA pH...

Warehouse Worker

  • Woodinville, WA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Woodinville, WA
  • 19 hours ago

Location: SCP North Seattle, WA - 663; 14071 NE 200th St # B Woodinville, Washington - 98072 Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses Work Hours: Monday -...

General Warehouse Worker (Full-Time, PM Shift)

  • Spanaway, WA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Spanaway, WA
  • 19 hours ago

As a General Warehouse Worker, youll help us get the latest tech to our customers across the country. Youll work as part of a team to move products to their designated locations within the...

Warehouse Worker (Part Time, Night Shift)

  • Auburn, WA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 19 hours ago

Shift : Sunday - 7pm-3:30am Monday - 7:30pm-4:00 am Tuesday - 7:30pm-4:00 am Pay rate: $21.90 per hour (includes shift differential) Bonus eligible: No Benefits: Paid time off in compliance with...

Warehouse Order Selector

  • Spokane, WA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 19 hours ago

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience: You have, or can obtain, clearance to ride electric pallet jack and other equipment as necessary....

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Kent, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Jacks Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US....

Senior Supply Chain Manager, Amazon Global Logistics

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Amazon's Global Logistics team is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager to develop and optimize our international network design solutions. In this role, you will lead strategic initiatives for...

Logistics Specialist Senior

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far...

Warehouse Worker

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Operate hand tools and pallet jacks safely. Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Essential Skills Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Basic understanding of English. Basic computer skills....

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Retail Warehouse and Distribution Jobs in Washington

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Highest Education Level

Retail Warehouse and Distributions in Washington offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.1%
Bachelor's Degree
29.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.6%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Some College
2.5%
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 Washington
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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