Logistics Specialist

Sotalent; Minnesota; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Training and professional development

Job summary

Sotalent is seeking an experienced Warehouse Logistics Specialist to support inventory management, warehouse organisation, and distribution operations in a healthcare distribution setting. The role focuses on optimising storage, improving order fulfilment efficiency, maintaining accuracy, and ensuring safe distribution centre operations.

Key responsibilities include organizing inventory, optimising layouts, handling bulk shipments, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, maintaining reports, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years in warehouse operations, logistics, distribution, shipping, receiving, inventory control, or material handling.

Responsibilities

• Organise warehouse inventory based on product movement and order fulfilment requirements.
• Optimise shelf space, storage racks, and warehouse layouts to improve operational efficiency.
• Monitor, stage, and process bulk inventory shipments.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and order pickers.
• Maintain inventory tracking reports and operational documentation.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and stock accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes and procedures.
• Support order fulfilment teams with efficient product organisation and inventory availability.
• Ensure compliance with warehouse safety procedures, operational policies, and applicable DEA regulations.
• Assist with additional warehouse and logistics activities as required.
• Work overtime and participate in physical inventory activities when necessary.

Skills

Warehouse ops

Logistics

Inventory control

Material handling

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jacks

Job description

Shift: Monday–Friday, starting at 5:30 AM until work is completed, with Tuesdays off

About the Role

An opportunity is available for an experienced Warehouse Logistics Specialist to support inventory management, warehouse organisation, and distribution operations within a healthcare distribution environment.

The position focuses on optimising warehouse storage, improving order fulfilment efficiency, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting safe, efficient distribution centre operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise warehouse inventory based on product movement and order fulfilment requirements.
• Optimise shelf space, storage racks, and warehouse layouts to improve operational efficiency.
• Monitor, stage, and process bulk inventory shipments.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and order pickers.
• Maintain inventory tracking reports and operational documentation.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and stock accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes and procedures.
• Support order fulfilment teams with efficient product organisation and inventory availability.
• Ensure compliance with warehouse safety procedures, operational policies, and applicable DEA regulations.
• Assist with additional warehouse and logistics activities as required.
• Work overtime and participate in physical inventory activities when necessary.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in warehouse operations, logistics, distribution, shipping, receiving, inventory control, or material handling.
• Knowledge of distribution centre operations and warehouse workflows.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and order pickers.
• Basic computer and mathematical skills.
• Ability to interpret product descriptions, inventory labels, and storage instructions.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and follow operational procedures.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification or equivalent.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare distribution.
• Familiarity with warehouse inventory optimisation and process improvement.
• Hourly Pay: $21.63
• Sign-On Bonus: $3,000
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid leave and family support benefits, subject to eligibility
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing and support programmes

Working Conditions

This position involves warehouse and computer-based activities, including standing, walking, reaching, lifting, and repetitive movements.

The role requires attention to detail, safe equipment operation, and the ability to work in a distribution centre environment.