Senior Administrator – Logistics (Shipping)

Microchip Technology Inc.; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Senior Administrator – Logistics to support inventory management, material handling, kitting, shipping, and receiving. You will help ensure accurate material movement, efficient logistics execution, and cross-functional support across operations.

The role emphasizes process improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to export compliance. Candidates should have experience in warehousing and logistics, including domestic and international

Qualifications

• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support daily logistics activities, including receiving, shipping, storing, distributing, and issuing materials.
• Perform material handling, kitting, packing, and shipment preparation.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, bin audits, reconciliation, and root cause analysis.
• Prepare domestic and international shipments with required shipping and export documentation.
• Process Production, Expense, RMA, and Virtual receipts per procedures.
• Operate within shipping platforms such as UPS, FedEx, and other logistics systems.
• Identify logistics issues, investigate root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Cross-train across logistics functions and collaborate with internal departments.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Self-starter

Tools

Agile

SAP

Dynamics AX

Job description

Company Culture and About Microchip

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description

The Senior Administrator – Logistics is a key member of the logistics team responsible for supporting inventory management, material handling, kitting, shipping, and receiving activities. This role helps ensure accurate material movement, efficient logistics execution, and strong cross-functional support across business operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Material Handling, Inventory, and Shipping Support
  • Support daily logistics activities, including receiving, shipping, storing, distributing, and issuing materials.
  • Perform material handling, kitting, packing, and shipment preparation activities as needed.
  • Manage inventory accuracy through cycle counts, bin audits, reconciliation, and root cause analysis.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records and complete transactions in ERP and shipping systems.
  • Prepare domestic and international shipments, including required shipping and export documentation.
  • Process Production, Expense, RMA, and Virtual receipts in accordance with established procedures.
  • Operate within shipping platforms such as UPS, FedEx, and other logistics systems.
• Process Improvement and Cross-Functional Support
  • Participate in cross-functional initiatives focused on cost reduction, inventory reduction, quality improvement, and inventory turns.
  • Identify logistics issues, investigate root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support process improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, safety, and customer service.
  • Cross-train across logistics functions, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and kitting.
  • Collaborate with internal departments and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
  • Support additional projects, assignments, and operational priorities as needed.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehousing, logistics, shipping/receiving, inventory control, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience supporting domestic and international shipments, including export documentation and AES filing, preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced operations or manufacturing environment.

Technical Skills

• Experience using ERP systems such as Agile, SAP, Dynamics AX, or similar platforms.
• Experience using UPS, FedEx, or other carrier shipping systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to accurately enter, review, and maintain logistics and inventory data.

Core Competencies

• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and follow established procedures.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Additional Knowledge

• Knowledge of export compliance requirements.
• Understanding of inventory control practices and material handling procedures.
• Familiarity with ESD material handling guidelines preferred.

U.S. Export Controls Requirements

This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3). This position is not eligible for Microchip immigration sponsorship.

Travel Time

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes

• Bending at Waist
• Carrying
• Crouching
• Handling
• Hearing
• Kneeling
• Lifting
• Pulling
• Pushing
• Reaching
• Seeing
• Talking
• Works Alone
• Works Around Others

Physical Requirements

• 60% sitting
• 20% standing
• 20% walking

Pay Range

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below: Benefits of working at Microchip

The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $36,000-128,000.* *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Microchip, employees are our greatest strength. As one of the top performing semiconductor companies in the world, we are led by a set of guiding values and a mission to empower innovation to enhance the human experience. We work tirelessly to create a company culture that highlights how important every employee is to our mission.