What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Specialist, JAN Logistics position at Amazon Data Services, Inc.?
• 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
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 Here at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust. 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.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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 Here at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust. 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.
- 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)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
