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 for the 1st Shift in a data center environment. You will manage inventory, asset data, and workflow to meet SLA and safety requirements, while using WMS, MHE, and EPJ to support operations.

Responsibilities include ensuring accuracy, security, and compliance, coordinating workload changes, and driving process improvements with strong leadership and attention to detail. Pay is $27.80 per hour, with a standard daytime shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Previous data center experience desirable.
• Able to utilize computer hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Perform logistics duties within a data center including inventory management and asset management.
• Balance daily priorities to meet SLA and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory tracking, labeling, and chain of custody.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Mathematical skills

Inventory management

Picking and packing

RMA processing

Equipment handling

Data center operations

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS

MHE

EPJ

Job description

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, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and decommissioning of servers, networking equipment, cables, and related components.

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 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. The position supports audit readiness, root cause analysis, process improvement initiatives, and the implementation of new workflows, tools, and operational layouts. Additionally, the specialist promotes adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), security requirements, safety protocols, and handling guidelines while identifying and escalating safety risks, participating in safety initiatives, and demonstrating reliability, accountability, and consistent performance.

Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership capabilities, exceptional attention to detail, advanced computer and mathematical skills, and experience in 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.

Data Center Logistics Specialist II

Position

Data Center Logistics Specialist II

Shift

1st Shift

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

Shift Days: Monday –; Friday

Pay: $27.80 per hour

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership capabilities, exceptional attention to detail, advanced computer and mathematical skills, and experience in 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.

Role Purpose

Perform logistics duties within a data center including inventory management, asset management, and data management. Role is responsible for execution and prioritization of daily operational activities, completion of tasks within SLA and quality standards, and maintenance of high productivity while balancing accuracy and safety.

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 clear
• 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 expedite 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