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Careers›Roles›Storage And Distribution Coordinator
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Storage And Distribution Coordinator

The warehouse logistics organizer — coordinating storage and distribution activities to move products efficiently.

Storage And Distribution Coordinator pay typically runs $61K–$78K at this level, and jobs in this field are projected to grow 6% through 2034.

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Industries that often hire Storage And Distribution Coordinators
Transportation & Logistics · 32%Wholesale & Distribution · 17%Manufacturing · 13%Government · 7%Retail · 5%Professional Services · 4%
Job markets for Storage And Distribution Coordinators
Where Storage And Distribution Coordinator jobs concentrate · ~353 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Operations
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
Jump to:What it's likeCareer pathsBy the numbers

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What it's like

What it's like to be a Storage And Distribution Coordinator

As a Storage and Distribution Coordinator, you coordinate warehouse and distribution activities. You're managing inventory placement, coordinating shipments, tracking orders, and ensuring products move efficiently from storage to customers.

Your day follows product flow. You might coordinate receiving activities, then manage inventory placement, then schedule outbound shipments, then track order status, then handle distribution documentation. You're ensuring products move smoothly through the facility.

The hardest part is balancing storage and movement in limited space. Warehouses have capacity constraints; you need to optimize placement while enabling efficient picking and shipping. The people who thrive here understand warehouse operations and can manage space effectively.

What people in this role value
RelationshipsAbove avg
IndependenceAbove avg
Working ConditionsAbove avg
SupportModerate
AchievementModerate
RecognitionModerate
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a Storage And Distribution Coordinator
Facility typeVolume levelProduct characteristicsSystem sophisticationTeam structure
Storage and distribution coordination varies by facility and products. E-commerce, B2B, and manufacturing support have different needs. Volume levels affect pace. Product characteristics (temperature, hazmat) add complexity. System sophistication varies.
✦ Editorial — written by Truest from industry research and career patterns

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Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape — and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Technology & Information$160K+37%
Professional Services$156K+33%
Financial Services$149K+27%
Energy & Utilities$142K+21%
Government$124K+5%
Compared to Operations average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Storage And Distribution Coordinators (SOC 11-3071.00), not just this title · BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
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What it takes to advance
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Warehouse operations
Understanding operations opens advancement
2
WMS proficiency
System expertise increases value
3
Process improvement
Improving operations creates opportunities
Lateral Moves
Inventory Coordinator →
If you want inventory focus
Logistics Coordinator →
If you want transportation focus
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What type of facility is this?
What would I coordinate?
What systems are used?
What volume levels are typical?
What does advancement look like?
✦ Editorial — career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape — helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$61K–$181K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
213K
U.S. Employment
+6.1%
10yr Growth
19K
Annual Openings

How Storage And Distribution Coordinator pay & employment are changing

$110K$107K$104K$101K$99K201920202021202220232024$99K$110K
BLS OEWS May 2024 · BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningCoordinationMonitoringInstructingTime ManagementSystems AnalysisWritingSpeakingCritical Thinking
O*NET OnLine · Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-3071.00

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Common questions about what it's like to be a Storage And Distribution Coordinator

What does a Storage And Distribution Coordinator do?

The warehouse logistics organizer — coordinating storage and distribution activities to move products efficiently.

How much does a Storage And Distribution Coordinator make?

Median pay for a Storage And Distribution Coordinator is about $102K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $61K to $181K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Storage And Distribution Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Coordination, Monitoring, and Instructing.

Is a Storage And Distribution Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to grow about 6.1% through 2034, with roughly 213,000 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Storage And Distribution Coordinator?

Closely related roles include Storage and Distribution Manager, Pipelines Superintendent, and Station Supervisor.

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Storage And Distribution Coordinator career advice

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) · BLS Employment Projections · O*NET OnLine
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