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Supply Chain and Logistics in West Virginia

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West Virginia's Supply Chain and Logistics pathway prepares students for careers managing inventory and distribution operations. Growing e-commerce and just-in-time manufacturing create strong demand for logistics professionals.

Students learn warehouse operations, inventory management, supply chain coordination, and logistics technology. Practical experience includes managing inventory and distribution operations.

Graduates work as warehouse supervisors, logistics coordinators, or supply chain analysts. Many advance to logistics management and supply chain leadership roles.

Supply Chain and Logistics at a Glance

4

Courses

8

Credentials

4

Career Paths

State Standards & Framework

West Virginia's supply chain standards prepare students for logistics careers. The framework covers warehouse operations, inventory management, and supply chain coordination.

Curriculum includes warehouse management, inventory systems, supply chain logistics, and technology. Assessment includes written exams and practical warehouse operations projects.

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Typical Course Sequence

Course
Supply Chain and Logistics Fundamentals
Warehouse Operations and Management
Inventory Systems and Control
Logistics Technology and Coordination

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Industry Certifications & Credentials

Career Opportunities

Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.

Warehouse Associate

Entry Level
$30,300in West Virginia
National: $35,410-14%

Salary range: $30,300 - $41,960

Adjusted for cost of living: $33,753

+1.8% growth1,100 openings/yr
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Logistics Coordinator

Entry Level
$60,670in West Virginia
National: $62,920-4%

Salary range: $60,670 - $90,110

Adjusted for cost of living: $67,584

+3.4% growth16,200 openings/yr
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Warehouse Supervisor

Experienced
$48,000in West Virginia

Adjusted for cost of living: $53,470

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Logistics Manager

Experienced
$99,830in West Virginia
National: $102,010-2%

Salary range: $74,990 - $128,870

Adjusted for cost of living: $111,206

-1.2% growth8,100 openings/yr
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Work-Based Learning Opportunities

Students work at warehouses, distribution centers, and logistics companies throughout West Virginia.

Career & Technical Student Organization

Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.

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