Supervisor, Inventory and Logistics

Natera; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Fertility care benefits

Employee referral program

Job summary

Natera in Boulder, CO is seeking an Inventory and Logistics Lead to oversee inbound and outbound transport of biological specimens, collection kits, and production inventory with a high degree of autonomy and strict inventory accuracy.

You will coordinate domestic and international shipments, optimize transportation costs, track specimens, and manage receiving, labeling and storage while collaborating with laboratories, sales, and maintenance teams to ensure on-time delivery and data accuracy.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• 4–6 years of work experience in Logistics or Supply Chain.
• Leadership skills preferably proven with firsthand experience in leading a team and/or delivering projects.
• High level of work organization and time management skills.
• In office job with no remote features.
• Knowledge of FedEx, DHL, and UPS network and shipping services.
• International logistics experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate domestic and international pickup and delivery requests with FedEx, DHL, and local couriers for customers and internal teams.
• Analyze transportation needs to ensure lowest-cost options and audit carrier costs and performance.
• Track inbound biological samples and outbound kits to ensure on-time delivery.
• Oversee receiving, processing, labeling, documenting, and storing of inventory.
• Maintain accurate stock records and inspect incoming stock for damages.
• Organize warehouse space and operate stock management tools.
• Assist with rollout and improvements of inventory management software.
• Support the Department Manager with annual performance evaluations and goals.
• Develop and maintain training materials and SOPs for workflows.
• Facilitate onboarding and training for new team members on quality and tools.
• Serve as primary logistics contact for internal departments.
• Maintain departmental metrics and assist with data reporting.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and proper documentation.

Job description

The Inventory and Logistics Lead will oversee and support operational activities related to the inbound and outbound transport of biological specimens, collection kits, and production inventory. This role is responsible for tracking shipments from pickup through delivery, managing warehouse receiving, and ensuring strict inventory accuracy.

The ideal candidate operates with high autonomy, manages assignments without immediate supervision, and is evaluated based on departmental performance and service levels. This role coordinates domestic and international shipping systems, optimizes transportation costs through data analysis and carrier auditing, and serves as the primary logistics point of contact for internal stakeholders.

What You Will Do

• Carrier Coordination: Coordinate, monitor, and troubleshoot domestic and international pickup and delivery requests with FedEx, DHL, and local couriers for customers and internal sales teams.
• Cost Optimization: Analyze company and customer needs to ensure lowest-cost transportation; research shipping methods and audit carrier costs and performance.
• Specimen Tracking: Efficiently track inbound biological samples and outbound kits, utilizing proactive troubleshooting and intervention to ensure on-time delivery.
• Receiving & Storage: Oversee the receiving, processing, labeling, documenting, and storing of all incoming stock and production inventory.
• Inventory Accuracy: Conduct regular stock counts, maintain clear inventory records, and inspect incoming stock for damages (maintaining detailed damage logs).
• Space Management: Organize and maintain the physical warehouse space for optimal efficiency; safely operate stock management tools (e.g., pallet jacks).
• System Implementation: Assist with the rollout and implementation of new inventory management software and recommend system enhancements.
• Performance Management: Assist the Department Manager with annual performance evaluations, employee feedback, and the development of individual goals and performance metrics.
• Training & SOPs: Develop and maintain training materials, tools, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient workflows.
• Onboarding: Facilitate knowledge transfer and training for new team members regarding quality, new technologies, and application tools.
• Cross-Functional Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for logistics issues; support internal departments including the laboratory, sales, and maintenance teams.
• Data & Analytics: Maintain departmental metrics and assist with data management and analytical reporting requirements.
• Process Improvement: Utilize data to identify process bottlenecks, recommend operational solutions, and execute problem-resolution strategies.
• Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to regulatory bodies and local requirements through meticulous documentation and record-keeping.

What You Will Bring

• Requires a high school degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• 4 to 6 years of work experience in Logistics or Supply Chain.
• Leadership skills preferably proven with firsthand experience in leading a team and/or delivering projects.
• High level of work organization and time management skills.
• In office job with no remote features.
• Knowledge of FedEx, DHL, and UPS network and shipping services.
• International logistics experience preferred. Ability to develop a strong understanding of our products and services to effectively handle inbound and outbound calls.
• Knowledge of inventory and warehouse best practices.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Team oriented with commitment to the success of the team and organizational goals.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized individual with great attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Limited travel up to 10%.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must possess the ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. The ability to handle and transport hazardous waste material.
• This position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard and communicate over the telephone and read printed materials. Duties may require working outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends) at times. Limited travel up to 10%.
• This role will have occasional access to PHI both in paper and electronic form and have occasional access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job.
• Employees must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire.
• Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements.
• Employees must be willing to work in flexible shifts as per the business need.

Compensation & Total Rewards

This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire. Final compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Natera’s robust Total Rewards program, including:

• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Additional wellness and work-life benefits

Compensation Range

$27.12 - $30.51

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera™ is a global leader in cell‑free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.

The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world‑class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive Benefits – Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!

Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

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