Data Center Logistics Specialist II

DHL Supply Chain; Temple (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Data Center Logistics Specialist II to support daily inventory, shipping/receiving, and asset management within a data center environment. You will lead workflow adjustments, mentor team members, ensure accurate chain of custody, and uphold safety and SLA requirements.

The role requires strong attention to detail, leadership capability, and proficiency with WMS and MHE. Shifts are 1st, Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4:00pm with pay of $27.80 per hour, and a focus on accuracy,

Qualifications

• High school diploma and English literacy required.
• Experience in data center, logistics, warehousing, or team leadership preferred.
• Strong computer and mathematical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Complete the role and responsibilities of a Data Center Specialist.
• Adjust workflows and priorities to meet operational demands.
• Maintain inventory tracking, labeling, and chain of custody.
• Investigate discrepancies and enforce SOPs and safety guidelines.
• Provide updates to stakeholders and support seamless handoffs.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Mathematics

Shipping & Receiving

Inventory management

Picking and packing

RMA processing

Equipment handling

Data center operations

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Material Handling Equipment (MHE)

Electric Pallet Jacks (EPJ)

Job description

Shift: 1st Shift

Shift Hours: 7:30am –; 4:00pm (Subject to change)

Shift Days: Monday –; Friday

Pay: $27.80 per hour

Role Purpose

The Data Center Logistics Specialist II is responsible for supporting daily logistics, inventory, and operational activities within a data center environment while ensuring accuracy, security, compliance, and service level expectations are consistently met. This role manages inventory control, asset tracking, data management, and the movement of hardware and equipment throughout the asset lifecycle, including receiving, shipping, staging. Working independently and in a lead capacity when needed, the specialist adjusts workflows and priorities to meet changing operational demands, communicates and coordinates workload changes within their scope of responsibility, and supports seamless workflow handoffs to ensure tasks are completed within established SLA and quality standards. The role provides day-to-day operational leadership by coordinating team activities, mentoring and training new team members, promoting best practices, and serving as a point of contact for operational guidance during shifts. The specialist supports workload balancing, helps prioritize tasks across the team, and assists in driving accountability for safety, quality, and productivity standards.

The role is responsible for ensuring proper inventory tracking, labeling, chain of custody, and inventory accuracy while utilizing Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Material Handling Equipment (MHE), and Electric Pallet Jacks (EPJ) to maintain operational readiness and asset integrity. The Data Center Logistics Specialist II investigates and resolves inventory and operational discrepancies, communicates risks to service performance, implements corrective actions within their authority, and follows established escalation procedures for complex issues.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership capabilities, exceptional attention to detail, advanced computer and mathematical skills, and experience in shipping & receiving, inventory management, picking and packing, RMA processing, equipment handling, and data center operations. Previous experience in a data center, logistics, warehousing, or team leadership environment is preferred.

Key Accountabilities

• Be able to complete the role and responsibility of a Data Center Specialist
• Adjust workflows and priorities to meet operational demands
• Communicate and delegate workload changes within scope of responsibility to hit tasks within SLA and quality standards
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies within defined thresholds
• Ensure proper tracking, labeling, and chain of custody of inventory
• Identify and enforce adherence to established SOPs, safety protocols, and handling guidelines
• Support audit readiness and corrective actions
• Communicate risks to SLA performance early and clearly
• Assist with identifying root causes of errors, delays, or process breakdowns
• Take immediate corrective actions within authority
• Use escalation pathways appropriately for complex issues
• Provide timely, accurate updates to stakeholders
• Support seamless workflow handoffs
• Support implementation of new workflows, tools, or layouts
• Share and communicate best practices across shifts or teams
• Identify and elevate safety risks or hazards immediately
• Participate in safety initiatives and reporting
• Demonstrate reliability and consistency in performance

Key Accountabilities

• Be able to complete the role and responsibility of a Data Center Specialist
• Adjust workflows and priorities to meet operational demands
• Communicate and delegate workload changes within scope of responsibility to hit tasks within SLA and quality standards
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies within defined thresholds
• Ensure proper tracking, labeling, and chain of custody of inventory
• Identify and enforce adherence to established SOPs, safety protocols, and handling guidelines
• Support audit readiness and corrective actions
• Communicate risks to SLA performance early and clearly
• Assist with identifying root causes of errors, delays, or process breakdowns
• Take immediate corrective actions within authority
• Use escalation pathways appropriately for complex issues
• Provide timely, accurate updates to stakeholders
• Support seamless workflow handoffs
• Support implementation of new workflows, tools, or layouts
• Share and communicate best practices across shifts or teams
• Identify and elevate safety risks or hazards immediately
• Participate in safety initiatives and reporting
• Demonstrate reliability and consistency in performance

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Previous experience in a data center desirable
• Ability to utilize computer

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer