Northwood
Space Infrastructure
GlobalLogisticsSpecialist
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“Global Logistics Specialist at Northwood. Skills: Logistics operations, Shipping management, Inventory control. Lead end-to-end logistics. Select carriers”
Industry & Context.
Resolve transit risks; Resolve stock discrepancies
Stand 4–6 hours/day, Lift up to 50 lbs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3+ years managing domestic and international shipments, Coordinating LTL, FTL, air, and ocean shipments, Shipping/customs documentation, Incoterms knowledge, Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems, Inventory management, kitting, cycle counting processes, Material traceability in regulated environment, Physical ability to stand 4–6 hours/day, Lift up to 50 lbs, Excellent computer skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Nice to Have
Tracking freight spend, Identifying cost-reduction opportunities, Fast-paced, high-growth, or startup environments, Proficiency operating forklifts, Material-handling equipment proficiency, Manufacturo or other specialized manufacturing software, Aerospace, electronics, or high-precision manufacturing experience
What You'll Do.
Lead end-to-end logistics
Track shipments proactively
Manage export documentation
Prepare commercial invoices
Audit commercial invoices
Prepare packing lists
Prepare HTS classifications
Audit HTS classifications
Prepare customs paperwork
Audit customs paperwork
Mitigate transit risks
Resolve transit delays
Resolve transit holds
Resolve transit damages
Maintain material traceability
Maintain handling standards
Receive incoming materials
Verify incoming materials
Execute inventory transactions
Investigate stock discrepancies
Resolve stock discrepancies
Monitor storage conditions
Perform stock rotations
Support continuous improvement
Improve warehouse workflows
Improve safety standards
Full Job Description
About Northwood: Northwood is a modern space infrastructure company bringing the benefits of space to the masses through advanced communications technology. We are building a global network of phased array ground stations that enable real-time, reliable communication for satellite missions such as national security, global connectivity, and disaster response. With a vertically integrated approach, Northwood designs, builds, and rapidly deploys scalable systems that power the next generation of space missions. If you like solving complex challenges and seeing your work deployed around the world with real impact, Northwood is the place to do it. Role: As a Global Logistics Specialist, you will lead our domestic and international shipping operations for site deployments. Additionally, you will support inventory operations ensuring that materials, hardware, and components flow seamlessly through our Torrance manufacturing facility. Responsibilities: - Lead end-to-end logistics, including carrier selection, booking, and proactive tracking for domestic and international shipments. - Manage export documentation, preparing and auditing commercial invoices, packing lists, HTS classifications, and customs paperwork. - Mitigate transit risks, identifying and resolving delays, holds, or damages before they impact production or site timelines. - Maintain strict material traceability and handling standards to support both manufacturing and R&D requirements. - Receive and verify incoming materials for conformity, quantity, and damage-free conditions upon arrival. - Execute inventory transactions within the ERP system with high precision to ensure data integrity. - Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical stock and system records through regular cycle counts. - Monitor shelf-life and storage conditions, performing stock rotations to ensure part integrity. - Pick and stage components to keep production lines running efficiently and ensure build accuracy. - Support cont
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