Logistics Specialist, JAN Logistics

Amazon; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in cloud computing as a Data Center Logistics Specialist. You will manage inventory, assist in logistics operations, and ensure safety and organization in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates have a strong work ethic and experience in logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and maintain stock.
• Assist in loading and unloading shipments.
• Keep precise records of commodities.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Strong Work Ethic

Logistics Processes

Inventory Control

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job ID: 2978394 | Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Be a part of operating the world’s largest cloud computing infrastructure. Amazon Web Services is seeking bright, motivated, hardworking individuals to fill Data center Logistics Specialist positions. The ideal candidate possesses a strong work ethic, attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and a commitment to Safety & Operational Excellence.
Logistics Specialists monitor inventory levels to ensure that proper stock levels are maintained to support build and repair activities. They receive parts, maintain inventory, and check-out parts as needed to Data center Technicians and Engineers. They will also be responsible for loading and unloading shipments and transporting parts between different locations.
This position involves frequent lifting of materials and products. Logistics Specialists will be required to keep precise records of all commodities going in and out of company. They must also maintain the cleanliness, organization, and safety of all work spaces. They must be available to work weekend shift work.
The ideal candidate will have experience working in a warehouse or distribution environment, as well as experience and knowledge of logistics processes. Experience handling vendor relationships is helpful.
Primary Focus: Inventory Control, Audits
Physical / Environmental Demands
• Requires standing, sitting, and walking for prolonged periods of time.
• Typically work is in a data center environment where the noise level is loud.
• Assist in loading and unloading shipments.
• Occasionally exposed to extreme cold or hot weather
Work Environment
• Work with and/or around moving mechanical parts
• Noise level varies and can be loud
• Temperature between 60 and 90 degrees, and will occasionally exceed 90 degrees
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Key job responsibilities
A Logistics Specialist will be responsible for, but not limited to the following tasks:
• Submission of Merchandise Returns through vendor portals
• Submission of Pick up Requests
• Monitoring relatable ticket queues
• Correspondence with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare materials in a warehouse / data center environment
• Virtual device movement in internal inventory system
• Package materials for transport
• Uphold cleanliness standards and expectations
• Inventory counts & audits
Additionally, this role may require travel between multiple sites within the same geographical region in a personal vehicle.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School or equivalent diploma
• 18 years or older
• Valid drivers license with reliable form of transportation
• Experience in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel
• Availability to work 40 hours a week, availability to work 10 hours a day as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year of Logistics background
• Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles requirements for this role
• Meets/exceeds Amazon’s functional/technical depth and complexity
• WMS/IMS proficiency
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

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