Wholesale Distribution, like most other businesses, is driven by sales. Wholesale distributors must continuously grow their sales and profits to support the enormous investments they have made in product inventory, accounts receivable, facilities and equipment. Warehouses are a vital part of wholesale distribution because they assure that manufactured goods get to the end-users that benefit from them. If you're in distribution and operate a warehouse, this course if for you. And, if you're new to the warehouse team - this course is a must read!

In nine chapters, this course provides warehouse and supervisor-track employees with knowledge of all major functions of a modern wholesale-distributor’s warehouse. Beginning with an explanation of how the wholesale-distribution business works, the course moves quickly to introduce key members of the warehouse team and explains how they contribute to an effective operation. Next comes an in-depth treatment of the orderly flow of materials from receiving through stocking, picking, packaging and delivery. Critical concerns like safety and security are also well covered. The course wraps up with examples of continuous improvements and how the warehouse employee can grow as a professional within the distribution business.

Topics/Contents Include:

•Overview of wholesale distribution operations
•Working together as a team
•Managing risk in the warehouse operations
•How a warehouse works
•Working with inventory in a profitable operation
•How orders are picked and packed
•Loading and shipping operations
•Glossary, appendix, and final exam for grading