ORBCOMM

Logistics and Inventory Specialist

ORBCOMM  •  $48k - $57k/yr  •  Ottawa, CA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Join Us as a Logistics and Inventory Specialist!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in an innovative environment? At ORBCOMM, we’re on the hunt for a passionate Logistics Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, agile setting. We want you to transform your ideas into action and drive our mission forward!

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

As a key member of our Manufacturing team, you will manage shipments, ensure trade compliance, and collaborate with various teams to update systems and negotiate freight charges. You will also support process improvements in a fast-paced environment, supporting our customers in Asia. The work is critical and time-sensitive, requiring the use of tact, diplomacy, and practical knowledge of industry and company policies, practices, and procedures.

This is a full-time, on-site role requiring five(5) days per week in our Ottawa office, with a strong focus on in-person collaboration.

What You’ll Do:

  • Arrange transportation for outgoing/incoming shipments, coordinating pickup and delivery.
  • Prepare shipping documentation for outgoing shipments, including those with DG designation.
  • Ensure compliance with current trade agreements.
  • Work closely with Order Management to ensure we meet our customers’ logistical requirements.
  • Provided day-to-day logistical and inventory support to our internal customers.
  • Work directly with customers to develop logistical solutions that meet their specific needs.
  • Work with our Engineering team on product compliance processes.
  • Update ERP, logistics and shipping systems as required.
  • Review/Approve freight charges from our couriers.
  • Work with our logistics partners to ensure we arebeing providedwith the best pricing possible.
  • Work with the warehouse team to pick, pack and ship goods. Receiving goods into inventory and doing inventory movements is required.
  • Participate in special projects throughout the year, focusing on streamlining controls and processes, in addition to providing specialized support to other team members.

Who You Are:

You’re a strategic thinker with a knack for operational excellence, ready to tackle multiple priorities with agility and grace. If you have:

  • Post-secondary education in a related field.
  • Over 8 years of experience in international shipping.
  • In-depth knowledge of current Incoterms and international clearance issues.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably JDE.
  • Excellent understanding of all transport modes (courier, ocean, air, and ground).
  • Preferred certifications in Logistics/Trade Compliance or Hazardous Handling/Shipping.
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement mindset; a team player
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and analytical skills.

Then we want to meet you!

The Benefits of Working Here
A career with ORBCOMM offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills and expand your expertise in a collaborative, innovative environment. Beyond being part of an exceptional team, we provide a competitive, locally relevant benefits package designed to support our employees around the world. Benefits vary by location and include health and wellness coverage, paid time off, retirement or savings programs, flexible work arrangements, insurance coverage, lifestyle perks, and access to employee discounts—helping you thrive both professionally and personally.

The anticipated starting salary range for candidates in Ottawa, ON, Canada expressing interest in this position is CAD $48,000 – 57,000 Actual compensation will depend on factors such as location, technical experience, skills, certifications, etc.

How We Hire

ORBCOMM uses technology-enabled tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by people, as part of our human-led, tech-enabled culture.

About Us

At ORBCOMM, we’re pioneers in IoT technology that drives innovation and empowers our clients to make data-driven decisions. Our industry-leading solutions enable customers to boost productivity, streamline operations, and increase their bottom line. With over 30 years of experience and the most comprehensive solution portfolio in the industry, we enable the management of millions of assets worldwide across diverse sectors, including transportation, heavy industries, satellite, and maritime. Discover how ORBCOMM is transforming industries and unlocking the potential of data to drive meaningful change at www.orbcomm.com! 

Ready to Join Us?

We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Your skills and passion can help us achieve remarkable things! If you’re seeking a thrilling career opportunity in a vibrant, growth-oriented environment, ORBCOMM is the perfect fit for you. 

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and appreciate all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

At ORBCOMM, we are also dedicated to ensuring accessibility and are pleased to offer accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request throughout all aspects of the selection process. 

ORBCOMM

About ORBCOMM

ORBCOMM is a global leader in industrial IoT, delivering visibility, intelligence and efficiency to the world’s most critical operations. With 30 years of innovation and more than 2.4 million connected devices, we transform data into actionable insights, driving greater efficiency, safety, resilience and sustainability. Serving customers that include the world’s largest shipping lines, over-the-road trucking fleets, cold-chain transportation fleets and a global network of IoT solution provider partners, ORBCOMM is where IoT powers asset intelligence.

Industry
Telecommunications
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Sterling, Virginia
Year Founded
1993
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