Remote Distribution Specialist Jobs
Remote distribution specialist jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like e-commerce, wholesale, and consumer goods, at remote-first companies and distributed teams managing supply chains without a central warehouse office. Roles range from entry-level order coordination to senior distribution operations positions. Employers hiring remotely right now include Bunzl, Panasonic, and BAE Systems USA. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Are you looking for meaningful work with a purpose? A positive work-life balance and a supportive company culture? Excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development? Then BAE Systems is the place for you. We have a strong global presence and a diverse product portfolio. “We Protect Those Who Protect Us™” serves as our motto where the products and services we provide help to bring our warfighters home.
Our Centralized Distribution Team is looking for a candidate to lead one of our Preferred Distribution Suppliers. In this role, the successful candidate will develop, support, and execute sourcing strategies based on existing and forecasted spend. Navigate supply and demand challenges with marketplace conditions while ensuring alignment with business objectives. Assist in preparing awards, creates/reviews electronic purchase orders (ePO) in accordance with specifications, requirements, work statements and terms and conditions. Ensure BAE systems leverages spend, effectively utilizes resources, driving to best practices and improving overall supplier performance. This role emphasizes supplier engagement and relationship management.
This position interfaces with many internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to supply chain management, supplier quality, manufacturing, engineering, program management, distribution suppliers, and original component manufacturers. The successful candidate must be an effective communicator, able to build mutually beneficial relationships, be willing to advance their knowledge of procurement compliance, and proactively adopt best practices and support new initiatives with a continuous improvement mindset.
This is a fully remote position with occasional requirements to be present onsite for team/supplier/program meetings
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience in a large, complex, multifaceted electronics manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or 6 years or more of procurement related work experience preferably in a government-contracting environment.
- Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations and the understanding of the role of procurement in complex industries.
- Experience in buying across various electronics commodities.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve contractual and performance issues with suppliers.
- Contract management and negotiation.
- Strong business acumen with excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Ability to successfully interface with various leadership teams.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements.
- Knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation)
- Desire for continuous improvement
- Familiarity with Oracle purchasing system.
- Technical Background (ability to read drawings) Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Are you looking for meaningful work with a purpose? A positive work-life balance and a supportive company culture? Excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development? Then BAE Systems is the place for you. We have a strong global presence and a diverse product portfolio. “We Protect Those Who Protect Us™” serves as our motto where the products and services we provide help to bring our warfighters home.
Our Centralized Distribution Team is looking for a candidate to lead one of our Preferred Distribution Suppliers. In this role, the successful candidate will develop, support, and execute sourcing strategies based on existing and forecasted spend. Navigate supply and demand challenges with marketplace conditions while ensuring alignment with business objectives. Assist in preparing awards, creates/reviews electronic purchase orders (ePO) in accordance with specifications, requirements, work statements and terms and conditions. Ensure BAE systems leverages spend, effectively utilizes resources, driving to best practices and improving overall supplier performance. This role emphasizes supplier engagement and relationship management.
This position interfaces with many internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to supply chain management, supplier quality, manufacturing, engineering, program management, distribution suppliers, and original component manufacturers. The successful candidate must be an effective communicator, able to build mutually beneficial relationships, be willing to advance their knowledge of procurement compliance, and proactively adopt best practices and support new initiatives with a continuous improvement mindset.
This is a fully remote position with occasional requirements to be present onsite for team/supplier/program meetings
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience in a large, complex, multifaceted electronics manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or 6 years or more of procurement related work experience preferably in a government-contracting environment.
- Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations and the understanding of the role of procurement in complex industries.
- Experience in buying across various electronics commodities.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve contractual and performance issues with suppliers.
- Contract management and negotiation.
- Strong business acumen with excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Ability to successfully interface with various leadership teams.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements.
- Knowledge of ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) and EAR (Export Administration Regulation)
- Desire for continuous improvement
- Familiarity with Oracle purchasing system.
- Technical Background (ability to read drawings) Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote distribution specialist jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with one or more years of warehouse or distribution experience
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems such as SAP, Manhattan Associates, or Oracle WMS
- Forklift certification and demonstrated experience operating pallet jacks and reach trucks
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly and stand for extended periods during shifts
- Working knowledge of inventory control procedures, cycle counting, and order fulfillment processes
- Familiarity with shipping carrier platforms and DOT regulations for outbound freight processing
Tips for Your Remote Distribution Specialist Job Search
Prove your async coordination skills upfront
Remote distribution employers want to see that you can track orders, flag discrepancies, and update stakeholders without in-person check-ins. Include specific examples of written status reporting, remote vendor communication, or digital inventory reconciliation in your resume and cover letter.
Show fluency with remote logistics tools
List the inventory management and order management platforms you've actually used, such as NetSuite, SAP, or similar systems. Remote employers screen for tool proficiency early because they can't train you on-site, so naming the software you know signals you can contribute from day one.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote distribution specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly without sorting through general job boards. Applying early matters because remote roles often close faster than on-site ones.
Prepare for remote interview scenarios
Remote distribution interviews often include scenario questions about handling a shipment discrepancy or coordinating a supplier delay without walking down the hall for answers. Practice explaining your decision-making process clearly and concisely, since remote teams rely entirely on how well you communicate in writing and on video.
Remote Distribution Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote distribution specialist job?
Target companies with distributed logistics operations or e-commerce fulfillment teams that coordinate remotely rather than from a single warehouse floor. Remote employers screen for self-direction, clear written communication, and proficiency with inventory management software and order management systems. Candidates who can demonstrate experience with remote coordination tools, async reporting, and independent problem-solving have a real edge over those with only on-site backgrounds.
Which companies hire remote distribution specialists?
Remote distribution specialist roles are posted by Bunzl, Panasonic, and BAE Systems USA and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be e-commerce retailers, wholesale distributors, and third-party logistics firms that manage fulfillment operations across distributed teams rather than from a single physical location.
Can you get a remote distribution specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot independently without in-person support. E-commerce startups and third-party logistics companies are the most likely to hire remotely at the entry level. You can strengthen your candidacy by showing familiarity with inventory software, completing relevant coursework, or pointing to transferable coordination or logistics experience from other roles.
Do you need a degree for remote distribution specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated skills and practical results over a formal degree for distribution specialist roles. Hands-on experience with inventory systems, order management platforms, and supply chain coordination matters more than credentials in most hiring decisions. A strong history of accurate order fulfillment, vendor communication, and process improvement can outweigh the absence of a degree.
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