We want people who are passionate about building a world class global infrastructure

We are looking for a detail-oriented Logistics Specialist to join our Materials Supply Chain team. Reporting to the Manager, Materials Management, the Logistics Specialist is a remote role within these 5 markets: Austin, Denver, Boston, San Francisco Bay Area & Seattle. As a Logistics  Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in managing logistics operations, ensuring the smooth flow of assets & ancillary materials across the supply chain to support data center deployments globally.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Coordinate all aspects of domestic & international shipments, including carrier selection, rate negotiation, & shipment scheduling to ensure on-time delivery.
• Prepare & process accurate shipping documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations & customs requirements.
• Develop & maintain positive relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, & third-party logistics providers.
• Evaluate vendor performance & compliance with service level agreements. 
• Analyze logistics data to identify trends, recommending improvements for efficiency & cost reduction.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) & create reports, providing insights to leadership.
• Monitor inbound & outbound deliveries, providing regular updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams & external partners to ensure seamless flow of materials & information.
• Address & resolve shipping & delivery issues.
• Assess & mitigate potential shipping risks, including delays, damage, or loss of goods, & develop appropriate contingency plans.
• Stay informed about global logistics trends, regulations, & emerging technologies.

What Youll Add to DigitalOcean: 

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management.
• Relevant certifications such as CLTD, CSCP would be a plus. 
• Proficiency with ERP & logistics software. 
• Strong understanding of international shipping regulations
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently & as part of a team.
• Strong organizational & time management skills.
• Ability to plan & prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Exposure toor interest incloud services, data center, networking & various types of server technology would be a plus.

Why Youll Like Working for DigitalOcean

• We innovate with purpose. Youll be a part of a cutting-edge technology company with an upward trajectory, who are proud to simplify cloud & AI so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. As a member of the team, you will be a Shark who thinks big, bold, & scrappy, like an owner with a bias for action & a powerful sense of responsibility for customers, products, employees, & decisions. 
• We prioritize career development. At DO, youll do the best work of your career. You will work with some of the smartest & most interesting people in the industry. We are a high-performance organization that will always challenge you to think big. Our organizational development team will provide you with resources to ensure you keep growing. We provide employees with reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, & education. All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning's 10,000+ courses to support their continued growth & development.
• We care about your well-being. Regardless of your location, we will provide you with a competitive array of benefits to support you from our Employee Assistance Program to Local Employee Meetups to flexible time off policy, to name a few. While the philosophy around our benefits is the same worldwide, specific benefits may vary based on local regulations & preferences.
• We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $94,000 based on market data, relevant years of experience, & skills. You may qualify for a bonus in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company & individual performance. We also provide equity compensation to eligible employees, including equity grants upon hire & the option to participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• We value diversity & inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer, & recognize that diversity of thought & background builds stronger teams & products to serve our customers. We approach diversity & inclusion seriously & thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

*This is a remote role

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