Logistics & Inventory Specialist

Logistics & Inventory Specialist

We operate a global network of remote sensor sites, and this role is at the heart of making that possible. The Logistics & Inventory Specialist will own the day-to-day shipping, receiving, logistics coordination, and inventory management that support our worldwide sensor operations.

You'll be based at of our corporate office in Windsor, CO and work closely with the broader Operations department, Field Systems, Site Reliability Engineering, and Strategic Sourcing to ensure the right parts and systems are in the right place, at the right time, with accurate records and documentation.

This role is ideal for someone who loves structure, enjoys optimizing processes, and is comfortable handling both hands-on warehouse tasks and system administrative work.

Key Responsibilities

Shipping & Logistics (Outbound)

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments for systems, spare parts, and tools to remote sites and partners.
• Prepare shipments: pick parts, verify items, package and label equipment, generate commercial invoices and shipping documents.
• Work with carriers and freight forwarders to select appropriate shipping methods, secure quotes, and schedule pickups.
• Track shipments end-to-end, proactively resolve delays, and keep stakeholders informed on status.
• Maintain standard packing lists, shipping templates, and documented procedures for recurring shipment types (new site deployment kits, Return Material Authorization returns, spares, etc.).

Receiving & Check-In (Inbound)

• Receive all incoming shipments to the office/warehouse, verify contents against packing slips and purchase orders.
• Inspect incoming hardware for damage or discrepancies and coordinate with vendors to resolve issues.
• Check items into the inventory system with accurate part numbers, serial numbers, quantities, and locations.
• Route items to appropriate storage locations or designated project staging areas and update system locations accordingly.

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate, real-time inventory records for all production and spare hardware used in the global sensor network.
• Implement and refine location-based inventory (bins, racks, cages, site-specific kits, etc.).
• Perform regular cycle counts and periodic full inventory counts; investigate and reconcile discrepancies.
• Support and help define minimum/maximum stock levels and reorder points for critical components.
• Prepare and maintain deployment kits and standardized spares kits for specific sites/systems.
• Partner with Operations leadership to mature inventory processes, documentation, and tooling (e.g., barcoding, labeling standards, system workflows).

Procurement Support

• Receive and triage procurement requests from Operations, Site Reliability Engineering, Field Systems, and other teams.
• Create and route purchase requests or purchase orders in coordination with Finance and Strategic Sourcing.
• Track order status and lead times; follow up with vendors on delayed or partial shipments.
• Suggest alternatives or substitutions for parts when appropriate (e.g., EOL components, stockouts).
• Maintain organized records of quotes, POs, packing slips, and vendor communications.

Process & Systems Improvement

• Help design, document, and improve end-to-end processes for shipping, receiving, inventory, and RMA workflows.
• Contribute to the configuration and ongoing use of inventory management tools (e.g., ERP, CMDB, or dedicated inventory system).
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), checklists, and templates for logistics and inventory operations.
• Identify opportunities to reduce friction, lead times, and risk (e.g., standardizing kits, consolidating shipments, tightening inventory accuracy).

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in logistics, warehouse operations, inventory management, or a closely related role.
• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving, including coordinating domestic shipments; some exposure to international shipping is a plus.
• Practical experience with at least one inventory or warehouse management system (ERP, WMS, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy with counts, records, and documentation.
• Comfortable working in a mixed environment of physical tasks (lifting, packing, organizing) and computer-based work (systems, spreadsheets, documentation).
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple parallel requests from different teams.
• Clear, professional communication skills-both written and verbal.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting a technical hardware environment (servers, networking equipment, sensors, or similar).
• Familiarity with international logistics, customs documentation, and related terminology.
• Experience implementing or improving inventory management practices (cycle counting, barcoding, minimum stock levels).
• Basic Excel/Sheets skills for reporting and analysis (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas, filters, pivot tables).
• Prior experience in an operations or production environment with remote sites or field teams.

Core Competencies

• Ownership & Reliability: Takes end-to-end responsibility for shipments and inventory accuracy; follows through until issues are resolved.
• Process Orientation: Enjoys documenting, standardizing, and improving workflows instead of just "getting it done once."
• Operational Rigor: Treats inventory accuracy and shipping documentation as critical controls, not paperwork.
• Collaboration: Partners well with cross-functional teams (Ops, SRE, Field Systems, Finance, vendors).
• Problem Solving: Stays calm under pressure, especially when dealing with urgent shipments, customs issues, or inventory discrepancies.

Location: Windsor, CO,

U.S. Classification: Full-Time Exempt (professional exemption)

Compensation Range: 65,000 - 80,000 (USD)