A logistics specialist earns in Poland on average around 7000 PLN gross per month. The pay range stretches from 4806 PLN (the 2026 minimum wage) for junior specialists to 12000 PLN for logistics managers overseeing entire warehouse and transport operations.
What does a logistics specialist do?
A logistics specialist plans, coordinates and optimises the flow of goods and information across the whole supply chain. Daily tasks include managing warehouse operations, planning transport routes and schedules, negotiating terms with carriers and suppliers, forecasting demand and controlling operational costs. The role sits at the intersection of procurement, production and distribution, ensuring on-time deliveries and minimising losses.
What affects earnings?
- Scope of responsibility and scale of operations handled (warehouse, transport, entire supply chain).
- Knowledge of WMS, TMS and ERP information systems.
- Industry — e-commerce, FMCG and manufacturing usually pay more than retail.
- Professional certifications such as APICS or a freight forwarding licence, plus experience managing a team.
Regional differences and by experience
Salary depends heavily on seniority. A junior logistics specialist can expect 4806–6000 PLN gross, a logistics specialist typically earns 6000–8500 PLN, and a logistics manager reaches 9000–12000 PLN gross per month. In Warsaw, Wroclaw and other major logistics hubs, rates are noticeably higher than the national average, as they are near motorway distribution hubs.
Demand and prospects
Demand for logistics specialists is growing alongside the dynamic development of e-commerce, warehouse automation and the expansion of distribution networks in Poland, an important logistics hub in Central Europe. Specialists familiar with modern systems and data analytics enjoy stable employment prospects and fast promotion. The growth of contract logistics, high-bay warehousing and last-mile solutions creates new roles, and skills in demand planning and sustainable transport further raise a candidate's market value.
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