Logistics Assistant (Permanent, Growth Track)

Biblioso corporation; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Health insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Biblioso corporation in Redmond, WA is hiring a Logistics Assistant to support movement, receipt, storage, and delivery of hardware assets across domestic and international locations. The role provides hands-on training across warehouse and logistics operations.

Candidates should have an interest in logistics or hardware operations, be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and be flexible with shifts. This contract role offers a growth track toward a coordinator position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in logistics or related field.
• Interest in logistics, supply chain, hardware operations.
• Ability to learn domestic and international shipping operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordinating international and domestic shipments of assets across locations.
• Support shipping escalations with trade partners to ensure smooth clearance.
• Assist with freight, PO creation, and logistics documentation.
• Support last-mile delivery to labs or customers.
• Cross-train across logistics functions to provide coverage as needed.
• Monitor PO status and update internal systems; resolve PO issues.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in logistics or related field (in progress)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Redmond, WA

$41,600 to start until promotion

Contract

Although Biblioso benefits may vary based on work location and the nature of the job, in general Biblioso employees have access to a competitive benefit package. This package includes a 401(k) retirement plan, disability coverage, EAP (Employee Assistance Program), life insurance, health insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and paid holidays.

Job Description

In this role, the nature of the work is dynamic and requires a collaborative attitude. While you will have specific duties, it's important to understand that the entire team is responsible for the final delivery, and this may occasionally involve taking on additional tasks outside your primary responsibilities. The ability to adapt and contribute wherever needed is key to succeeding in this environment.

Schedule

40 hrs/wk

Flexible, must be open for any shift (may range from early morning, late evening, so far these have been M-F but may include weekends in the future)

Compensation

Starting pay is $41,600 (equivalent of $20/hr.)

Pay rate after promotion to LogisticsCoordinator will be $62,400 (equivalent of $30/hr.)

Total package includes medical/dental/vision, PTO, paid sick leave, paid holidays, life insurance, 401k

Summary

The Logistics Assistant supports the movement, receipt, storage, and delivery of hardware assets across domestic and international locations, including company sites, suppliers, and partner facilities.

This growth track role provides hands-on training across warehouse and logistics operations. A background or experience in logistics, warehouse operations, or hardware environments is important and will be taken into consideration when selecting candidates. The role supports day-to-day logistics activities and provides flexible coverage when needed, including during employee absences, role openings, or increased operational demand.

Core Responsibilities

Shipping & Logistics Operations

• Assist with coordinating international and domestic shipments of assets across company’s geo-locations, suppliers, and partners
• Support shipping escalations and collaborate with company’s Global Trade, suppliers, freight forwarders, and 3PL partners to ensure smooth customs clearance
• Assist with freight and customs services, including placing POs when required to enable continued shipment movement
• Support timely last-mile delivery to company labs or customers
• Provide flexible coverage across logistics functions as needed

Receiving, Storage & Inventory

• Assist with receipt of inbound shipments from domestic and international vendors
• Receive freight from carriers and forwarders
• Unpackage, inspect, and properly store server and hardware components
• Update internal inventory management systems with accurate status and location data
• Maintain proper storage practices aligned with operational and handling requirements

Coordination & Stakeholder Support

• Support coordination between procurement, transportation, and warehousing functions to ensure efficient and cost-effective service delivery
• Work with our PMs to support hardware requirements for exports across multiple geographies
• Provide support for critical project teams to help drive timely hardware delivery
• Communicate logistics status, risks, and execution updates as needed
• Cross-train across logistics functions to provide coverage and operational support as needed
• Assist with creating and managing purchase orders (POs) supporting logistics, freight, and customs activities
• Monitor PO status and update internal systems accordingly
• Track and help resolve PO exceptions and work with suppliers to reduce lead times
• Escalate billing and invoice discrepancies with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal stakeholders

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in logistics, supply chain, business, or a related field
• Interest in logistics, supply chain, warehouse, or hardware operations
• Ability to learn and support domestic and international shipping operations
• Ability to learn inventory management systems and logistics processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 lbs)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Must be flexible and willing to support different logistics functions, schedules, and operational needs

Nice-to-Have

• Experience supporting data center, lab, warehouse, or hardware environments
• Familiarity with inventory tools (SAP, ADO, or similar systems)