Logistics/Shipping Operations Associate

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
* Responsible for routing, documenting and coordinating shipments to customers, carriers and/or various corporate departments.
* Files claims against carriers for losses, damages and/or overcharges, and audits freight bills.
* Tracks material needs, obtain quotes for supplies and materials & submit purchase orders to buyers.
* Tracks and ships hazardous material and ensures compliance to Federal regulations.
* Coordinates import/export requirements for products.
* Coordinates preventative maintenance, orders parts, and ensures equipment calibration is up to date.
* Schedules photography or other support functions as needed for documentation of hardware processes and/or inspection.
* Performs date entry to update status and logistics coordination.
* Communicates with leads and program managers on task activities and status.
* Performs yearly audits, supporting annual classified hardware inventory per government requirement.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills:
* Strong interpersonal and communication and customer service skills.
* Strong problem solving skills.
* Strong critical and analytical thinking, good judgment, and prioritizing skills.
* Demonstrates understanding of security concepts and practices.
* Recognize, acknowledge, respect and effectively interact with people.

Education
High School Diploma or equivalent, Associate Degree preferred.

Experience
1-3 years experience in military supply, and logistics or traffic analysis

Additional Job Description:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with classified inventory control.
• Familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Material Resource Planning.
• Experience with team leadership is a plus.

Security Clearance:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government secret security clearance.

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Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.