Logistics Specialist - Data Center, LHR Logistics
- London
- Permanent
- Full-time
Amazon Web Services is seeking a bright, motivated, hardworking, self-starting individual to join our team as a Logistics Specialist in our Data Centres in the Greater Western London area.The ideal candidate possesses a strong work ethic, attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and a commitment to Safety & Operational Excellence. We hope it is you!This position involves frequent lifting of materials and products (of up to 18 kgs). Responsibilities include manual tasks, such as assembling, addressing, stamping and arranging for the shipment of merchandise and materials. They will also coordinate daily scheduling of deliveries and collections to and from multiple locations. In handling incoming shipments, they will have to unpack boxes and verify contents. The Logistics Specialist will be required to keep precise records of all commodities going in and out of company locations.The Logistics Specialist is expected to understand all aspects of production, adhere to strict safety standards, maintain very high levels of quality and be willing to travel up to 50% to support other locations within the region (within 30 miles of London Heathrow Airport). Future opportunities for international travel to support other regions may arise.Key job responsibilities
- Reviewing Data Center inventory, in-bound shipments, and ongoing demand to ensure that proper stock levels are maintained in all locations to support build and repair activities.
- Working with the Logistics Manager to create plans to optimize the flow of parts through their lifecycle; tracking inventory location, movement, age, and turns.
- Working closely with Data Center Operations Technicians and Data Center Engineers to fulfill parts quickly and accurately.
- Collaborating with Procurement and Hardware Engineering to purchase new parts and interface directly with vendors to process RMAs and receive replacements.
- You will be responsible for the data entry and resolving questions from peer organizations.
- Maintaining up-to-date metrics dashboards and create reports for internal and external suppliers and management as required.
- Assembling, addressing, stamping and arranging for the shipment of merchandise and materials.
- Assisting in daily scheduling of deliveries and pick-ups to and from production locations.
- Keeping precise records of all commodities going in and out of company.Safety:
- Logistics Specialists are- expected to understand all aspects of production, adhere to strict safety standards, maintain very high levels of quality.Physical requirements:
- Manual handling and lifting of equipment may be required (weight limits in accordance with regulations)
- Handling incoming shipments, unpack boxes and verify contentsA day in the life
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We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Prior experience as a logistics professional supporting inventory cycle counts, shipments, maintenance, stock control functions and reverse logistics
- Valid driving licensePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience of working within a complex logistics set-up. Experience in Data Centre environment is a plus
- Experience with Inventory Management Systems and tools
- Good knowledge of IT and network equipment
- Ability to travel up to 50% to multiple sites to support business requirements within 30 miles of London Heathrow Airport.Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.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 for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.