Logistics Warehouse Technician: Shipping & Inventory

Leidos; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Warehouse Technician to support a large facility maintenance program management team. The role involves coordinating inbound/outbound shipments, tracking deliveries, and ensuring accurate documentation and inventory records.

The successful candidate will work with carriers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues, maintain compliance with regulations, and contribute to cost control and process improvements within a large-scale logistics operation.

Qualifications

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments and ensure timely delivery.
• Verify shipping documents and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Communicate with carriers, vendors, and freight forwarders to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Assist budgeting, cost control, and contract management for logistics.
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring timely delivery.
• Track and monitor shipments, resolving any issues or delays that may arise.
• Communicate with carriers, freight forwarders, and vendors to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Prepare and review shipping documents, including bills of lading, invoices, and packing lists.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and update inventory management systems.
• Process and verify purchase orders, ensuring proper quantities and specifications.
• Coordinate with warehouse teams to ensure correct handling, storage, and distribution of goods.
• Ensure all shipping and receiving documentation is accurate and complies with company and regulatory standards.
• Verify and process import/export documentation, ensuring compliance with customs regulations.
• Maintain detailed records of shipments, including costs, timelines, and vendor performance.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to confirm order details and delivery schedules.
• Negotiate shipping rates and service agreements with carriers.
• Monitor vendor performance to ensure compliance with service-level agreements.
• Serve as the main point of contact for internal departments and external stakeholders regarding shipment status and logistics queries.
• Provide timely updates on delivery status, resolving any discrepancies or delays.
• Respond to inquiries and provide support to resolve issues related to logistics and inventory.
• Prepare and submit logistics-related reports, including delivery performance, cost analysis, and inventory trends.
• Assist with budgeting, cost control, and contract management for logistics services.
• Support the logistics team with administrative tasks and operational improvements.

Skills

Inventory management

Logistics coordination

Vendor relations

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Logistics certification (CLTD/CPIM)

Tools

ERP software

TMS software

WMS software

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Warehouse Technician to support a large facility maintenance program management team. The role involves coordinating inbound/outbound shipments, tracking deliveries, and ensuring accurate documentation and inventory records.

The successful candidate will work with carriers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues, maintain compliance with regulations, and contribute to cost control and process improvements within a large-scale logistics operation.