Logistics Assistant I

Broad Institutes Supply Chain Management (SCM) organization supports the institutes scientific programs by ensuring reliable receipt storage and distribution of critical laboratory materials and equipment. The Logistics Assistant I supports both SCM loading dock operations and Supply & Quality Management (SQM) stockroom operations helping manage the movement and tracking of research materials across multiple Broad facilities.

Logistics Assistants receive laboratory consumables scientific instruments and other research materials used across the institute. They record inventory transactions in SAP and support distribution of supplies through stockrooms internal delivery routes and satellite laboratory supply stations (minimarts).

The role requires strong attention to detail and the safe handling of sensitive research materials including hazardous chemicals and temperature-controlled reagents. Logistics Assistants play an important role in ensuring Broad researchers have reliable access to the materials required for their work.

Logistics Assistants may be assigned responsibilities across loading dock operations stockroom inventory management or other logistics functions depending on operational needs.

Responsibilities
Receive and inspect incoming shipments including laboratory consumables reagents IT equipment and scientific instruments
Verify deliveries against purchase orders and packing slips and process goods receipts in SAP
Capture serial numbers and apply asset tags for incoming equipment and IT assets
Digitally scan and archive packing slips and receiving documentation using OCR tools
Maintain organized stockroom inventory and storage locations
Restock satellite laboratory supply stations across Broad facilities
Fulfill internal material requests through the Webreq requisitioning system
Support movement of materials and equipment between Broad buildings and storage locations
Assist with intake and staging of large laboratory equipment and capital assets
Operate pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment as required
Communicate with delivery drivers and internal teams regarding shipments and deliveries
Handle hazardous chemicals temperature-controlled materials and sensitive reagents in accordance with institutional safety procedures
Maintain accurate documentation of receiving and inventory transactions

Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required
1 year experience in logistics warehouse operations inventory management or related operational work
Basic computer skills and ability to learn ERP inventory systems such as SAP
Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately process inventory transactions
Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment
Ability to lift at least 40 lbs and perform physically intensive tasks
Valid drivers license required and ability to operate institute vehicles including box trucks
Ability to safely operate pallet jacks or similar material-handling equipment
Strong teamwork and customer service orientation