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Logistics Specialist - Data Center , Logistics Specialist DC

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

London

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GBP 40,000 - 43,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in cloud computing is seeking a Logistics Specialist to join their dynamic team in London. This role involves managing inventory and coordinating shipments to ensure seamless operations within data centers. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence. Join a diverse team dedicated to providing world-class customer service and support the world's largest cloud infrastructure. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Health Insurance

Employee Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

Experience in logistics supporting inventory and shipments.
Strong work ethic and commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

Review inventory and shipments to maintain stock levels.
Coordinate daily deliveries and collections across locations.

Skills

Inventory Management

Logistics Coordination

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Logistics Certification

Relevant Degree

Tools

Inventory Management Systems

Data Entry Software

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Description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Do you want to work on the world’s largest Cloud Computing Infrastructure in the UK? Then we have the perfect job for you! We have opportunities across Hertfordshire, Berkshire, Hampshire and West London!

Amazon offers an exciting opportunity to join a creative, dynamic team of Logistics Specialists, dedicated to providing our Customers with a world class Customer Service. Be a part of operating the world’s largest cloud computing infrastructure.

Amazon Web Services is seeking a bright, motivated, hardworking, self-starting individual to join our team as a Logistics Specialist in our Data Centres in the Greater Western London area.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong work ethic, attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and a commitment to Safety & Operational Excellence. We hope it is you!

This position involves frequent lifting of materials and products (of up to 18 kgs). Responsibilities include manual tasks, such as assembling, addressing, stamping and arranging for the shipment of merchandise and materials. They will also coordinate daily scheduling of deliveries and collections to and from multiple locations. In handling incoming shipments, they will have to unpack boxes and verify contents. The Logistics Specialist will be required to keep precise records of all commodities going in and out of company locations.

The Logistics Specialist is expected to understand all aspects of production, adhere to strict safety standards, maintain very high levels of quality and be willing to travel up to 50% to support other locations within the region (within 30 miles of London Heathrow Airport). Future opportunities for international travel to support other regions may arise.

Key job responsibilities

Reviewing Data Center inventory, in-bound shipments, and ongoing demand to ensure that proper stock levels are maintained in all locations to support build and repair activities.
Working with the Logistics Manager to create plans to optimize the flow of parts through their lifecycle; tracking inventory location, movement, age, and turns.
Working closely with Data Center Operations Technicians and Data Center Engineers to fulfill parts quickly and accurately.
Collaborating with Procurement and Hardware Engineering to purchase new parts and interface directly with vendors to process RMAs and receive replacements.
You will be responsible for the data entry and resolving questions from peer organizations.
Maintaining up-to-date metrics dashboards and create reports for internal and external suppliers and management as required.
Assembling, addressing, stamping and arranging for the shipment of merchandise and materials.
Assisting in daily scheduling of deliveries and pick-ups to and from production locations.
Keeping precise records of all commodities going in and out of company.

Safety

Logistics Specialists are expected to understand all aspects of production, adhere to strict safety standards, maintain very high levels of quality.

Physical Requirements

Manual handling and lifting of equipment may be required (weight limits in accordance with regulations)
Handling incoming shipments, unpack boxes and verify contents.

About The Team

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Basic Qualifications

Prior experience as a logistics professional supporting inventory cycle counts, shipments, maintenance, stock control functions and reverse logistics
Valid driving license

Preferred Qualifications

Experience of working within a complex logistics set-up. Experience in Data Centre environment is a plus
Experience with Inventory Management Systems and tools
Good knowledge of IT and network equipment
Ability to travel up to 50% to multiple sites to support business requirements within 30 miles of London Heathrow Airport.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Company - Amazon Data Services UK Limited

Job ID: A2904909

Seniority level

Seniority level
Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Other and Manufacturing
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting

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