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Military Supply and Warehousing Managers

Median Salary
69,928
Workforce Count
25,284

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Supply and warehousing managers determine requirements for, and arrangement of, storage facilities. They supervise all warehousing operations from receipt and storage to issue and shipment of materials. They review operational requirements, determine stock availability, and estimate lead time required for procurement and availability of funds.

What is the work environment like?

Supply and warehousing managers usually work in offices and warehouses. At times, they may be exposed to loud noise from machines and equipment.

How many people have this role in the Military?

25,284

Compensation

Understanding How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary

Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.

  • Always fixed based on rank and service time.
  • Distributed monthly.
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What is the typical salary range?

Salary by Years of Service

$124,602

2 Years

$75,953

6 Years

$124,602

10+ Years
Median Salary
69,928

Military Details

What Service Branches offer this role?

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Is this a staff or leadership role?

Enlisted
Officer
Officers are service members who plan, direct operations and manage enlisted personnel, developing a broad range of leadership-related skills.
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What does the training for this role entail?

Job training for supply and warehousing managers primarily consists of on-the-job learning in various training environments. Like other officers, they complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, military structure and etiquette, traditions, and leadership development. Job-specific training topics relate to handling and storing stock, and may include:

  • Stock control and accounting procedures
  • Procedures for shipping, receiving, storing and issuing stock
  • Movement, storage, and maintenance of ammunition
  • Procedures for handling medical and food supplies
  • Acquisition, finance, and procurement procedures
  • Fiscal procedures
  • Field supply management
  • Inventory management and configuration management (CMPlus)
  • Property management
  • Transportation of freight

Education

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
  • Public Administration
  • Business/Commerce, General
  • Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
  • Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
  • Transportation/Mobility Management
  • Transportation and Infrastructure Planning/Studies

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The Military has several programs that cover college costs — so you can pursue your education with little to no debt.
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Skills and Interest

What skills will set you up for success?

Skills

  • Leadership

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

What knowledge is essential to bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management
  • Transportation
  • Personnel and Human Resources
  • Mathematics

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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