Logistics Specialist

Job Title: Logistics Specialist

Job Description

The Logistics Specialist will monitor materials purchased from global suppliers through delivery to contract manufacturing partners. This role involves executing timely and accurate ERP transactions to record supplier fulfillment, inventory transfers, receipts, and material ownership changes. The specialist will validate contract manufacturer purchase orders for accuracy and alignment with approved requirements while maintaining accurate inventory records across supplier, in-transit, and contract manufacturer locations.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, transaction errors, and material shortages.

• Partner with Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing, Finance, and external partners to ensure material availability and data accuracy.

• Perform inventory reconciliations and support audit and period-end activities.

• Generate reporting and analysis related to inventory, supplier performance, and material movements.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory control and ERP transaction accuracy.

• Perform other logistics and supply chain support activities as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) to manage inventory and procurement transactions.

• Strong understanding of inventory control, purchase orders, and material flow processes.

• Experience working with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and third-party logistics providers.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in logistics, transportation, import/export, or supply chain operations.

• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial automation, robotics, technology, or similar operational environments.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, International Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Experience supporting global logistics operations within a high-growth manufacturing or technology organization.

• Working knowledge of Incoterms, HTS classifications, customs documentation, and international shipping requirements.

• Knowledge of international trade compliance and customs regulations.

• Experience supporting contract manufacturing operations.

• Experience managing inventory across global supplier networks.

• Knowledge of inventory accounting and supply chain controls.

Work Environment

This position is fully remote and requires the ability to work from 10am to 6pm EST.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wilmington, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $47.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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