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Career Paths in Logistics and Warehouse

Logistics, Warehouse and Transportation is the core of the supply chain, and this field connects to and influences every other industry. Logistics and Transportation represents 9.9 percent of total private sector employment in Missouri, and it has steadily increased in recent years.

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​Wages in Logistics and Transportation averaged $71,961 in 2023, higher than the $62,563 state average for private industries. Communication skills can be important for work that includes interaction with customers. Dependability and professionalism are also valued. Some of the skills needed for success include maintenance and repair knowledge, supply chain logistics and adaptability. ​

 

A Career Path is a group of occupations within a career field. The pathways use industry-recognized credentials and are examples of how additional training or education can provide advancement opportunities. Learn how you can start and get ahead in Advanced Manufacturing.

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NOW

Require a High School Diploma and/or Short-term on-the-job training

  • Drivers/Sales Workers: $42,050

  • Light Truck/Delivery Driver: $46,000

  • Shipping & Receiving: $40,840

NEXT

Require Certificate, Credential, Associate Degree

  • Procurement Clerk: $45,110

  • Transportation, Storage & Distribution Managers: $98,630

  • Heavy Truck Drivers: $53,440

  • First Line Supervisor of Transportation & Material Moving Workers: $62,080

LATER

Require Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Degree

  • Purchasing Managers: $136,260

  • Sales Managers: $130,680

  • Logisticians: $77,000

Want to dive deeper with Missouri's figures about the Logistics, Warehouse and Transportation Career Pathway? Visit the MERIC website. 

* Data produced by Missouri Economic Research and Information Center (MERIC). Funding provided by U.S. Department of Labors Employment and Training Administration.

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