Logistics Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Type: Full-time – Non-Exempt

Position: Logistics Specialist

Reports to: Team Lead or Senior Team Lead

Location: Norcross, GA (On-site)

Company Overview:

GlobalMed Logistix, LLC (GMLx) is a leading healthcare third party logistics company specializing in warehousing, distribution, inventory management and superior customer service. Leveraging over 40 years of experience and expertise in healthcare logistics, GMLx provides companies with the confidence and resources needed to grow their business. GMLx is driven to exceed customer expectations by continuously innovating and improving the skills and resources required to be the most dependable and customer focused 3PL provider in healthcare.

Mission:

To be a trusted partner who provides value driven solutions to our healthcare customers through technology, superior service and a win-win culture. Together we grow.

Position Overview:

The Logistics Specialist supports field locations, warehouse operations, and sales teams by ensuring the timely preparation and shipment of instruments, implants, and trays for surgery cases. This role manages the distribution of products using inventory management systems, monitors inventory levels, and implements quality initiatives. Key responsibilities include tracking and adjusting inventory, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring product compliance. The specialist also maintains an organized warehouse, inspects products for defects, manages shelf life and expiring inventory, and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards (OSHA and FDA). Additionally, they provide support for special projects and operational duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• The essential functions include but are not limited to supporting the Field Locations, Warehouse Operations, Sales Leaders, and others in assigned areas.
• Prepare and ship instruments, implants, and trays for surgery cases.
• Utilize inventory management system for the distribution of products/services for sales personnel and customers.
• Implement and support quality initiatives throughout the organization.
• Manage reports and analyze account metrics and productivity standards.
• Keep records of all interactions and transactions of data regarding product inquires.
• Investigate discrepancies and adjust for errors as directed by team leadership.
• Distribute materials, products and parts based on incoming requests.
• Store items orderly and easily accessible in warehouse based on protocol.
• Understand and implement procedures to manage inventory shelf life and expiring inventory.
• Inspect products or materials for damage, defects, or shortages.
• Meet established metrics for operations (i.e., service levels, standard operating procedures)
• Manage inventories by tracking inventory records reflecting product movement, notifying departments when supplies of specific items are low, or when orders would deplete available supplies.
• Compile and inspect incoming/outgoing kits for compliance with specifications and usage.
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, report any damage to supervisors.
• Stay current on old and new instruments and implants. Understand essential components to specific procedures.
• Utilize processes and tools for scheduled surgeries.
• Work with internal resources for alternative product obtainment (e.g., loaner bank, other warehouses, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and well-organized warehouse to meet OSHA and FDA regulations.
• Assist in the assembly of new instrument and implant sets.
• Ensure the accuracy of shipment labeling, including barcoding, batch numbers, and expiration dates, to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Manage digital scanning processes for documentation to ensure easy retrieval and long-term storage of records.
• Supports in daily outbound order second verification.

Physical and Location Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee is regularly required to sit and climb or balance and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to access and physically navigate the warehouse facility. The employee must have the ability to stand on-call based on a schedule determined by leadership and responsibility is shared amongst the team.

EEO

At GlobalMed Logistix, our people are the driving force behind everything we do. GlobalMed Logistix is an equal opportunity employer that aspires to be the best in the business by building a Team Member experience that celebrates growth, development, and purpose.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in logistics or supply chain management is an advantage.
• A High School diploma required, bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to effectively engage with individuals at all levels and backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexibility to work varied hours and shifts as needed.
• Experience thriving in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment that requires cross-functional collaboration and adaptability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Excel.
• Must maintain valid driver’s license and clean driving record.