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General Warehousing & Storage
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General Warehousing & Storage Global Overview
Definition
Summary
General warehousing and storage services refer to the activities involved in storing and handling goods on behalf of businesses, including inventory management, order fulfillment, and value-added services. Service providers offer storage space for goods and handle goods using forklifts, pallets, and racks. The primary buyers of these services include retailers, wholesalers, and manufacturers that are new and have limited space, require overflow storage space, or have fluctuating seasonal demand.
This Report Includes:
- Warehouse Storage
- Picking & Selecting
- Inventory Management
Not in this Report:
- Hazardous Material Storage
- Fulfillment Services
- Third-Party Logistics
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Global General Warehousing & Storage Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global General Warehousing & Storage market.
Warning Trends
The European Commission is proposing the European Supply Chain Act
- Early in 2022, the European Commission (EC) proposed a new law that would impact supply chains throughout the European Union (EU).
- The law consists of provisions requiring companies to identify current and potential negative impacts on human rights and the environment throughout their supply chain and to mitigate these risks.
- Businesses will have to investigate all links of their supply chain, upstream and downstream, and adjust their supply chain to ensure labor rights and environmental standards are not being violated as a result of their operations over the course of two years.
- While many countries have their own national laws similar to the one being proposed by the EC, such as Germany’s German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, this proposed law supersedes national laws and is stricter in most cases.
Global General Warehousing & Storage Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Europe | 9,075 |
| #2 United States | 5,000 |
| #3 Oceania & Southeast Asia | 4,445 |
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Geography Drilldown - US, Canada & Europe
Average Cost of General Warehousing & Storage
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2026 Market Pricing$0.30 to $X.XX
per cubic foot per monthCanada
Europe
Average Price
Prices in the General Warehousing & Storage market range from $0.30 to $X.XX, depending on Size of Items, Scope of Services, Type of Storage and Geographic Location. For example, lower prices are associated with Binned goods ($3.00-$4.00 per bin per month; $0.30-$0.45 per cubic foot per month), whereas higher prices are associated with Palletized goods ($7.00-$8.00 per pallet per month; $0.45-$0.55 per cubic foot per month).
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General Warehousing & Storage Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the General Warehousing & Storage market, prices in the US have grown 4.0% from 2022 to 2025. and +0.6% in Europe.
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for General Warehousing & Storage
Total cost of ownership is Low in the General Warehousing & Storage market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Delays may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Transportation
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Handling
Unforeseen
Delays
Emergencies
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.2 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Price Trend. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Commercial Real Estate Lessors
- Computer & Packaged Software Wholesalers
- Industrial Machinery & Equipment Wholesalers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Commercial Bankers
- Computer Manufacturers
- Steel Rolling & Drawing Providers
Biggest General Warehousing & Storage Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest General Warehousing & Storage vendors by revenue in the US are Kenco Group, Inc., Ryder System, Inc. and CMA CGM Group. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
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| Amazon.Com, Inc. | Global | Seattle | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| FedEx Corporation | International | MEMPHIS, TN | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Schneider National, Inc. | National | Green Bay, WI | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| United Parcel Service, Inc. | International | ATLANTA, GA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Deutsche Post Ag | Global | Bonn, DE | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
| Ryder System, Inc. | Global | MIAMI, FL | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| CMA CGM Group | Global | Marseille, FR | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Expeditors International of Washington Inc. | Global | BELLEVUE, WA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Xpo Logistics, Inc. | Global | GREENWICH | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the General Warehousing & Storage market is 16.3% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Wages. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Vendors in the market are considered low risk on average, indicating that buyers are unlikely to face service disruptions due to issues such as financial instability among a service provider.
The market has a low level of market share concentration, indicating that the leading vendors in the market do not influence market rates. As a result, competition among suppliers is strong.
The market has a moderate level of supply chain risk, indicating that buyers could expect to face service disruptions due to issues in the vendor's upstream supply chain. Recent tariffs have increased supply chain risk in the general warehousing and storage market by raising costs and causing uncertainty over the availability and pricing of imported goods, which has led to shifts in inventory management strategies, with many companies stockpiling goods or seeking alternative suppliers, thereby straining warehouse capacity and logistics operations.
The United States is a net importer of forklift trucks which presents buyers with a wide variety of competitively priced goods that may have unique advancements or capabilities. However, fluctuating trade policies and volatile supply chains within top importing nations such as China may contribute to increased risk when dealing with foreign suppliers.
The United States is a net importer of wooden crates, offering buyers a diverse range of international products. Buyers should consider that dependence on foreign supply could introduce potential risks related to product availability and price fluctuations due to global market conditions.
Supplier Information
Amazon.Com, Inc.
Amazon.com, Inc. is a global e-commerce company that offers a range of consumer products and services through online and physical stores. It resells merchandise and content and offers products from third-party sellers. It also manufactures and sells electronic devices and develops and distributes media content.... Subscribe to learn more
FedEx Corporation
FedEx Corporation is a public company operating internationally in the manufacturing, manufacturing, professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include business card printing, banners, letter & parcel Subscribe to learn more
Schneider National, Inc.
Schneider National, Inc. is a public company operating nationally in the professional, scientific and technical services sector. The company's offerings include rail cargo transportation services, local freight trucking services, national trucking services, petroleum & chemical trucking services, drayage Subscribe to learn more
CMA CGM Group
CMA CGM Group is a private company operating globally. The company's offerings include deep sea cargo transportation services, general warehousing & storage and customs brokerage services. Founded in 1978, the company is currently headquartered in Marseille, France with an estimated 110000 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Deutsche Post Ag
Deutsche Post AG is a global logistics company operating under the DHL and Deutsche Post brands. It organizes its business into five divisions: the Express division, which transports urgent documents and goods on time from door to door, with Time Definite International (TDI) as its primary product; the Global... Subscribe to learn more
Expeditors International of Washington Inc.
Expeditors International of Washington Inc. is a public company operating globally in the professional, scientific and technical services sector. The company's offerings include material handling services, general warehousing & storage, freight forwarding services, customs brokerage services and third-party... Subscribe to learn more
Kenco Group, Inc.
Kenco Group, Inc. is a private company operating nationally. The company's offerings include general warehousing & storage. Founded in 1950, the company is currently headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States of America with an estimated 5000 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Ryder System, Inc.
Ryder System, Inc. is a public company operating globally in the real estate and rental and leasing, professional, scientific and technical services, healthcare and social assistance and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include truck trailer leasing, vehicle rental,... Subscribe to learn more
Unigroup, Inc.
Unigroup, Inc. is a private company operating globally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services, moving services, general warehousing & storage and personnel relocation services. Founded in 1988, the company is currently headquartered... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the General Warehousing & Storage Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Response Time and Customer Acquisition Cost. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Storage Capacity and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Average Response Time |
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Time to respond to outreach via email Time to respond to outreach via phone |
Buyers should assess how attentive suppliers are to buyer outreach in order to gauge whether the vendor is providing high-quality customer service. Poor response times may lead to delays for buyers, as vendors may be delayed in responding to requests to retrieve items. Buyers should weigh response times differently for email and phone contact, as well as the severity of the issue being presented to the supplier. |
| Customer Acquisition Cost |
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Total marketing costs Total sales cost Number of customers acquired |
Determining how much it costs to establish a customer relationship is essential in negotiation and price planning. Using customer acquisition cost can be used to determine the efficiency of customer acquisition process. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
How many years have you been operating in this market?
Did your company start out as a general warehousing and storage service provider?
Competition
Why are your prices more or less expensive than your competitors'?
How do you attract new clients and retain existing clients?
Customer Service
Can you provide testimonials from past or current clients?
How do you work with your customers to guarantee their satisfaction with your service?
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General Warehousing & Storage RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should provide a description of their organization, including their main operations and the location(s) in which they operate.
Buyers should explain their reasoning for requesting these services and the goal they wish to achieve in doing so.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should state the type of product that will be stored.
Buyers should state the total volume of the product being stored, and the individual dimensions of the product.
Project Budget
Buyers should state their annual budget approved for these services.
Buyers should state how additional costs will be handled if they exceed the budget.
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