Logistics Specialist, Data Center Operations

Amazon; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global cloud platform as a Logistics Specialist in Data Center Operations. You'll manage inventory and collaborate with diverse teams to ensure efficient operations. This hands-on role supports critical infrastructure, requiring attention to detail and a commitment to safety.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Mentorship opportunities

Support for workplace accommodations

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse or distribution environments with inventory systems.
• Proficiency with computers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory levels to support build and repair activities.
• Transport parts between sites.
• Keep accurate stock records.

Skills

Inventory Control

Transportation Operations

Microsoft Office

Job description

Logistics Specialist, Data Center Operations

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to our services. We work on challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and seek talented individuals to join us.

You will join a diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and more. Your role involves maintaining the onsite parts room in AWS Data Centers, managing the lifecycle of computer hardware, including receiving, storing, delivering, cycle counting, and shipping faulty hardware back to vendors.

You will collaborate with Data Centre Operations and Engineering teams to ensure reliable functioning and repair activities, adhering to safety, security, and availability standards.

Key responsibilities

1. Maintain inventory levels to support build and repair activities.
2. Receive shipments, check, and issue parts for internal customers.
3. Transport parts between sites.
4. Keep accurate stock records.
5. Maintain workspace organization and safety using 5S principles.

A day in the life

This hands-on role involves physical handling of spare parts, stock replenishment, and cycle counting. Some travel between sites and after-hours work may be required.

About the team

We value diverse experiences and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet all listed qualifications.

Why AWS?

We are the world’s most comprehensive cloud platform, trusted globally by startups and Fortune 500 companies alike.

Inclusive Team Culture

We foster inclusion through employee-led groups, events, and learning experiences that celebrate diversity.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We offer mentorship and resources to help you develop professionally.

Work/Life Balance

We support flexible hours and arrangements to promote work-life harmony.

Minimum requirements

• Basic understanding of inventory control and transportation operations.
• Experience in warehouse or distribution environments with inventory systems.
• Experience handling sensitive items.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of land in Australia and respect their elders. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Support for workplace accommodations is available during the application process.