Logistics Specialist (Remote in VA)
Roanoke, VA, US
Office
High School or equivalent
Full Time, Temporary
20-22
Experienced (Non-Manager)
On-site
Energy and Utilities
First Shift (Day)
Roanoke, VA, US
20-22
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Full Time, Temporary
Energy and Utilities
On-site
Office
High School or equivalent
First Shift (Day)
Job details
For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Logistics Specialist to work with an industry-leading manufacturing and energy technology company in the Roanoke/Salem, VA area (Remote with occasional onsite meetings). Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.
Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation:
- $20.00 – $22.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Why you should apply to be a Logistics Specialist:
- Consistent Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST.
- Flexible Arrangement: Remote work flexibility with occasional local onsite collaboration.
- Top-Tier Organization: Gain valuable experience supporting a globally recognized industry leader.
- Collaborative Culture: Supportive cross-functional team environment focused on continuous improvement and growth.
- Kelly Benefits: Access to Kelly® employee perks, dedicated recruiter support, and professional resources.
What’s a typical day as a Logistics Specialist? You’ll be:
- Generating and processing commercial shipping documents, packing slips, and export/compliance records.
- Coordinating internal and external shipments to ensure replenishment orders are packed, labeled, and dispatched accurately and on schedule.
- Communicating proactively with warehouse teams, shipping departments, freight forwarders, and couriers.
- Auditing outgoing shipments to verify packaging quality, shipping accuracy, and adherence to company standards.
- Routing outbound shipments, actively tracking deliveries in transit, and troubleshooting logistical delays or discrepancies.
- Maintaining accurate data entry and tracking within internal databases and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle).
- Partnering with cross-functional departments including customer care, sourcing, assembly, and finance to ensure seamless operations.
- Upholding compliance with all domestic and international logistics, export, and trade regulations.
This job might be an outstanding fit if you:
- Hold a High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Administration is a plus).
- Bring 1+ years of hands-on experience in logistics, shipping coordination, and order execution.
- Have 1+ years of customer service or operational support experience.
- Are proficient with Microsoft Office 365, with intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.
- Have working knowledge or prior experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred; SAP or similar systems welcome).
- Have exposure to or experience with international export/import shipping documents (preferred).
- Possess strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Reside within a reasonable driving distance of Roanoke, VA / Salem, VA to attend occasional onsite meetings or conferences as needed.
What happens next:
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.
Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Logistics Specialist today!
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