Explore Distribution Specialist Jobs

Distribution specialists help organizations move products efficiently from suppliers and production facilities to warehouses, retail locations, and customers. Their work can span distribution planning, inventory coordination, logistics, fulfillment, and operational improvement. Explore vetted Distribution Specialist opportunities on Ladders, where every listed job pays at least $100,000.

What Does a Distribution Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include coordinating distribution networks, monitoring inventory and service levels, analyzing shipment and warehouse performance, managing logistics partners, and improving processes. Specialists often work across supply chain, procurement, sales, operations, and customer service teams to keep products moving reliably and cost-effectively.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly value experience in distribution or supply chain operations, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to coordinate complex workflows. Familiarity with inventory systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms, warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), and data analysis tools can be useful. Senior roles may also require project leadership, vendor management, and experience improving service, cost, or delivery performance.

Career Paths in Distribution

Distribution specialists may advance into roles such as distribution manager, supply chain manager, logistics director, operations leader, or network planning lead. Career opportunities are available across industries that rely on complex product flows, including retail, manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and consumer goods. The scope and requirements of each role depend on the organization and level of responsibility.

Find Distribution Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Distribution Specialist jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions aligned with your experience in logistics, distribution, and supply chain operations.

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$138K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain operations, managing transportation interfaces, and driving strategic projects to enhance service delivery and performance across logistics and distribution...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming procurement strategies across North America. You will lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate contracts, and enhance supplier relationships to drive savings and efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive enterprise growth by managing relationships and closing high-value deals. Collaborate cross-functionally to create sales strategies that meet customer needs, while contributing to defining the G...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Manage complex defense logistics programs, providing strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure mission readiness across the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area. Drive efficiency and effectiv...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $126K *

Drive the development of a new supply chain function, overseeing order management from placement to installation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create an integrated view of supplier relat...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $165K *

Analyze and optimize supply chain data to enhance inventory management and logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and visibility, driving efficiency and supporting criti...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Drive procurement strategy for direct materials, ensuring cost and quality optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing plans and establish supplier relationships that ali...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$108K - $130K *

Manage procurement strategies for key direct material categories, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive cost optimization, supplier relationships, and innovative product development, ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex base operations projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, overseeing budgets, and directing subcontractors. Drive operational excellence while addressing cust...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional administrative support to top executives. This role involves managing complex calendars, organizing events, and handling budgets, all while foster...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $100K *

Optimize your career by driving go-to-market strategies and messaging for a leading SaaS product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling narratives and enhance customer engagemen...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage regulatory compliance and permitting for acid gas injection and underground storage operations, ensuring adherence to state regulations while collaborating with cross-fun...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in regulatory compliance and permitting for acid gas injection and underground storage operations, ensuring adherence to state regulations while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $84K *

Drive logistics excellence by supervising operations, optimizing routes, and enhancing team performance. Collaborate with vendors and ensure compliance with standards while fostering a motivated, effi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $175K *

Shape the future of heavy civil infrastructure by overseeing document control for complex projects. Ensure accuracy and compliance in documentation processes, leading teams to maintain program integri...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $90K *

Optimize distribution center operations by leading teams, ensuring safety, and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with management to meet quality and delivery goals while fostering a values-b...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$174K - $205K *

Drive integrated planning and supply chain transformation, enhancing operational efficiency and customer service through advanced analytics and AI solutions. Lead a high-performing team to align deman...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the nuclear supply-chain framework by leading cross-functional teams to enhance supplier readiness and compliance, ensuring operational excellence for global projects in a regulated environm...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of a nuclear supply-chain framework, leading cross-functional teams to enhance supplier readiness and compliance while driving project delivery and operational excellence for...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $175K *

Transform transportation operations by providing strategic leadership and oversight across Driver Operations, enhancing efficiency, safety, and financial performance while driving sustainable improvem...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Optimize supply chain strategies by leading purchasing, planning, and warehouse operations, driving material flow and supplier performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement to meet p...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing regional supply chain operations, enhancing procurement, logistics, and inventory management across diverse projects. Drive strategic supplier relationships and continuou...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive the end-to-end quotation process for PCBA and manufacturing services, ensuring competitive pricing by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to analyze and validate technical and comm...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career as a Procurement Specialist, delivering key procurement and contracting services to support federal acquisition processes and ensuring effective management of contract execution th...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of supply chain management by leading cross-functional teams, developing strategies, and ensuring effective procurement processes to meet program objectives and enhance supplier perfo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Distribution Specialist do?question toggle

    A Distribution Specialist helps coordinate and improve how products move through a company’s distribution network. Duties may include inventory and shipment analysis, logistics coordination, performance monitoring, and process improvement.

  • What qualifications are useful for Distribution Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek relevant experience in distribution, logistics, or supply chain operations, along with analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of ERP, WMS, or TMS platforms may also be valuable.

  • What industries hire Distribution Specialists?question toggle

    Distribution Specialists work in many sectors, including retail, manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and consumer goods—especially where businesses manage warehouses, transportation, inventory, or product fulfillment.

  • What career paths can follow a Distribution Specialist role?question toggle

    With experience, professionals may move into distribution management, supply chain leadership, logistics, network planning, or broader operations roles. Advancement depends on experience, employer needs, and the scope of responsibilities.

  • How can I find Distribution Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.