Logistics Specialist
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Job Location:
Kansas City, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 21 - 28
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Department:
FM Central Logistics Services-----
Central LogisticsPosition Title:
Logistics SpecialistJob Family Group:
Professional StaffJob Description Summary:
The Central Logistics Specialist is responsible for overseeing the receipt sorting tracking distribution and coordinating of mail packages and materials for the KUMC campus. The role ensures timely and accurate delivery of mail and packages efficient inventory control and effective materials planning to support Facilities Management operations. The position requires experience with automated tracking systems and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to maintain accuracy in inventory and deliveries.Job Description:
Job Duties:
Mail and Package Handling:
Receive inspect and sort USPS mail inter-office mail and packages from carriers such as UPS FedEx and Fisher.
Verify recipient information and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate deliveries.
Document any damage identified with mail or packages upon receipt.
Utilize automated package tracking systems to log and track all incoming and outgoing items.
Deliver mail packages and parcels following established routes and departmental standards; obtain required signatures.
Collect outgoing mail and process postage ensuring proper account coding for departmental chargebacks.
Provide customer assistance at service windows and resolve minor complaints; escalate complex issues to the Logistics Supervisor or Manager.
Inventory and Materials Coordination
Coordinate storeroom functions including inventory control materials planning and organization to prevent operational downtime.
Process verify and re-stock deliveries from vendors; handle item orders and monitor inventory levels.
Enter data and transactions in FAMIS 360 and Workday including issuing items inventory adjustments and purchase requisitions.
Conduct cycle counts and annual inventory audits process obsolete and dead stock.
Support preventive maintenance kitting and other operational initiatives in collaboration with maintenance planners and other departments.
Maintain organized storeroom layouts to maximize efficiency and space utilization.
Monitor vendor-coordinated inventory programs and resolve discrepancies paperwork issues and freight claims.
Coordinate central supply for campus resilience and emergency needs including PPE and other critical materials.
Operational Support and Sustainability
Assist with process improvement initiatives operational projects and campus-wide recycling programs to reduce the organizations environmental footprint.
Support other Central Logistics Services duties and Facilities Management projects as assigned.
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. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities tasks duties and assignments. Furthermore job duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or GED.
Certificates/Licenses:
Valid drivers license.
Work Experience:
One (1) year of clerical/office experience and/or six months in receiving inspecting and sorting mail/packages.
Two (2) years of experience in storekeeping inventory management or materials handling.
Experience with FAMIS 360.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelors degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management or related field.
Certification:
Logistics or supply chain management.
Work Experience:
Two (2) years of storeroom or warehouse management experience.
Experience in a receiving dock or mail room setting.
Skills
Computer skills
Time management
Attention to detail
Organization
Communication
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health dental and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance long-term disability insurance and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off including vacation and sick begins accruing upon hire plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment and paid time off for bereavement jury duty military service and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. Type: Regular Compensation Statement: The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to education experience and training qualifications relative to the requirements of the position and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range taking into account the combination of factors listed above. Minimum Midpoint MaximumTime Type:
Full timeRate Type:
HourlyPay Range:
$21.09 - $28.47
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- EDI
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Experience
- Office Experience
- Dispatching
- Microsoft Excel
- Logistics
About Company
The University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC), a campus of the University of Kansas located in Kansas City, Kansas, offers educational programs and clinical training through its schools of Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, and Graduate Studies.
