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Distribution Logistics Operations

Warehousing Education and Research Council

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Understand the key differences between warehouses and distribution centers, as well as the complete cycle of operations, from inbound processes to outbound fulfillment, inventory analysis and management strategies, the role of warehouse management systems, and the importance of internal and external operational partnerships.

Cost

Free for WERC Individuals/Corporate/Educator Members & MHI Members ($449 for non-members & WERC student members)Show moreShow less

Format

Online

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Detailed information about this program

To move your career forward and upskill your team, the WERC Distribution Logistics Education Program offers online courses designed to demonstrate your proficiency in the critical skills and knowledge necessary for efficient warehousing and distribution center operations. Tailor your learning path by completing all six qualification courses or focus on specific areas of interest. The first course is available in Spanish, and more Spanish versions are currently in development. All six courses of the Distribution Logistics Education Program are included with the WERC Individual, Corporate, and Educator membership plans. When you complete a course, you will earn a certificate and social media badge to showcase your new skills.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Manage inbound and outbound distribution center operations including receiving, fulfillment, and inventory management strategies
  • Apply warehouse management systems and operational partnership strategies to optimize distribution center efficiency and performance
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers11-3071.00
  • Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks43-5061.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Course)

  • Warehouse receiving and shipping workflows — follow established standard operating procedures under supervisor guidance in a distribution center environment.
  • Inventory management software — enter and retrieve basic stock data under direct oversight using company-approved systems such as an ERP platform.
  • Warehouse safety rules and posted security protocols — recognize and apply during daily floor operations under the direction of a senior manager.
  • Physical condition of equipment and storage areas — conduct routine visual inspections and report deficiencies to a supervising manager.
  • Subordinate worker schedules and task assignments — assist in coordinating daily workloads using provided templates and checklists.
  • Freight documentation and shipping labels — prepare accurately using label-making and database software following established formatting standards.
  • Transportation regulations and basic logistics terminology — demonstrate foundational comprehension when reviewing carrier invoices and manifests.
  • Routine customer and interdepartmental inquiries about order status — respond using provided scripts and escalate unresolved issues to a senior manager.
  • Warehouse incident and exception logs — record accurately and submit to supervisory staff in a timely manner following facility protocols.
  • Route navigation and basic dispatch tools — operate under supervision to support day-to-day fleet coordination in a regional distribution environment.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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