Bertelsmann Distribution GmbH

Bertelsmann Distribution GmbH, operating as Arvato Supply Chain Solutions, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of German media conglomerate Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA, serving as one of the world's leading third-party logistics and supply chain management service providers. Headquartered in Gütersloh, North Rhine-Westphalia, the company represents the evolution of Bertelsmann's logistics capabilities that began in the mid-1950s when the media company expanded its warehouse and shipping capacities to meet demand from its book and record clubs. With approximately 17,000 employees operating across 85 locations in over 20 countries, Arvato Supply Chain Solutions manages more than 2 million square meters of logistics space worldwide, providing comprehensive supply chain solutions ranging from warehousing and order fulfillment to transport management and e-commerce platforms. The company generates $2.8 billion in annual revenue while serving over 500 customers across diverse industries including consumer products, healthcare, high technology, automotive, and publishing, with notable clients such as Rituals, Douglas, Esprit, Zalando, and Sephora. Arvato's sophisticated service portfolio encompasses B2B and B2C logistics, value-added services, returns management, omnichannel solutions, digital distribution models, and complex global supply chain operations. The company's Gütersloh headquarters houses one of its most advanced facilities, featuring a high-bay warehouse capable of storing 32,000 pallets and approximately 70,000 different items, representing the company's commitment to technological innovation and operational excellence. As part of the broader Bertelsmann ecosystem, which generated €20.2 billion in revenues in 2022, Arvato Supply Chain Solutions continues to expand internationally, with recent growth in Germany and Poland, while maintaining its position as a strategic partner for global brands seeking comprehensive order-to-cash cycle solutions.