Logistics Specialist - Ashburn, VA

VetJobs; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS is seeking a Logistics Specialist in Ashburn, VA, to manage inventory, equipment calibration, and shipping both domestically and internationally. The role includes warehouse organization, PPE distribution, and adherence to BGIS safety standards.

You will review shipment statuses, update reporting systems, and support continuous process improvements to maximize delivery efficiency and minimize costs. On-site work with a strong emphasis on safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1 year in a similar logistics/warehouse role.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines and warehouse safety practices.
• Current forklift license and forklift operation experience.
• Ability to read instructions, diagrams, and memos; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Track test equipment, PPE, and new hire kits in the warehouse.
• Maintain calibration records and perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Prepare items for shipping and generate shipping labels for international and domestic shipments.
• Monitor inventory transactions and ensure accuracy in receiving, storage and outbound shipments.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety compliance of warehouse areas and equipment; support light maintenance tasks.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Independent and team player

Reading and following instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Forklift

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

BGIS is currently seeking a Logistics Specialist to join the team in Ashburn, VA.

BGIS is a leading provider of integrated real estate management services, including facilities management, project management, energy & sustainability services, strategic workplace consulting, real estate services and capital planning. Its range of solutions, supported by efficient systems, processes, and people, enables it to create and optimize places that work for its clients. The team is dedicated to inspiring better business performance and helping clients focus on their core businesses.

The Logistics Specialist is responsible for inventory tracking, equipment calibration, and shipping functions domestically and internationally for test equipment. The role reviews current shipment statuses and activity of delivery routes. Key job functions include warehouse organization, new hire kit and safety gear distribution, and communicates BGIS global safety, health, and sustainability standards. The Logistics Specialist demonstrates BGIS values collaborating effectively with internal team members and external clients.

Responsibilities

Logistics Functions

• Collect and analyze logistics data including product/equipment availability, reliability of transport or delivery and other data related to sourcing and distribution.
• Track test equipment, new hire kits, and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in the warehouse.
• Maintain BGIS test equipment calibration functions and calibration records.
• Perform preventative maintenance on key test equipment.
• Prepare items for shipping following secure best practices for packaging.
• Generate shipping labels and all forms required for both international and domestic shipping.
• Follow up on transportation from origin to delivery via on-line websites and other monitoring systems.
• Update internal reporting software to keep accurate records of current test equipment location, back orders and other fulfillment metrics.
• Fill outgoing orders accurately and receive returned equipment completing inventory check ins.
• Order, process, and organize all items required for new hire kits and safety gear.
• Review logistics processes and procedures and identifies and recommends continuous improvements to maximize delivery efficiency while minimizing costs.
• Contribute to the completion of other key initiatives as assigned.

Warehouse Operations

• Monitor warehouse facility to evaluate inventory transactions such as receiving, storage, shipping, and inventory integrity.
• Organize warehouse space for efficiency, cleaning, and safety compliance.
• Perform recycling duties throughout the warehouse following established processes and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of all warehouse areas and equipment.
• Assist with cable rolling, warehouse maintenance, and truck loading based on business volume.
• Complete other light maintenance tasks assigned such as changing return filters, checking fire extinguishers, running errands, and sweeping maintenance areas.
• Operate safely and maintain focus on health, safety and environment.

Auto req ID

486558BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Knowledge and Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 1 year performing job duties in a similar role.
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA and safety guidelines.
• Current forklift license and experience operating forklifts.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, diagrams, and memos.
• Verbal and written communication skills with ability to professionally correspond and share information with internal team members and external clients.
• Time management skills to prioritize and complete work within specific time frames.
• Focused approach for repetitive tasks while maintaining quality standards.
• Skilled in working independently and also contributing positively to team and working well with others.
• Ability to perform light warehouse/building maintenance tasks.
• Familiar with tools and equipment used within a warehouse setting.
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and compute applications.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, absent undue hardship.

Cognitive skills required to work in a safety sensitive warehouse environment including ability to maintain focus, communicate clearly and concisely, respond quickly to requests, follow established processes and ability to complete tasks within targeted time frame to minimize risk of outages or damage to building and high value equipment.

Ability and willingness to travel.

Physical ability to walk jobsites in uneven terrain.

Working at heights training/certification preferred for ascending and descending various ladders carrying required tools/equipment.

Current valid driver’s license and ability to provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office with reimbursement.

Work in all weather conditions including heat and cold. nus.

City*

Ashburn

State*

Virginia

Job_Category

Logistics

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

BGIS