Work Based Learning Program Logistics Specialist

About the Role

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking Logistics Specialists as part of our Work Based Learning Program (WBLP). This is an entry-level position requiring the successful candidate to report to a site location. Amazon has multiple WBLP trainee openings between June and December of 2026. Trainees will participate in our 12-month work and training program in our Ohio facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Vendor and team communication, including data entry, coordinating with suppliers, and resolving inquiries from cross-functional teams.
• Ensure that all billing associated with the Inventory supply chain is accurate, validated, and ready for processing.
• Assembling, addressing, stamping, and arranging for the shipment of merchandise and materials.
• Assist in daily scheduling of deliveries and pick-ups to and from production locations.
• Keep precise records of all commodities going in and out of the company.
• Successfully completing the 12-month Work Based Learning Program training curriculum, including all required safety certifications, technical competencies, and performance milestones.
• Review Data Center inventory, in-bound shipments, and ongoing demand to ensure proper stock levels are maintained in the assigned data center to support build and repair activities.
• Create plans to optimize the flow of parts through their lifecycle, tracking inventory location, movement, age, and returns.
• Work closely with Data Center Operations Technicians and Data Center Engineers to fulfill parts quickly and accurately.
• Work with Procurement and Hardware Engineering to purchase new parts and interface directly with vendors to process RMAs and receive replacements.
• Regular and ongoing communications with vendors to resolve issues and help them understand business requirements.
• Understand all aspects of production.
• Adhere to strict safety standards.
• Maintain very high quality.
• Be willing and able to work on powered equipment (e.g., forklift or cherry picker).

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Willingness to participate in shift rotations to support 24/7 data center operations.
• Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with the ability to participate in primary responder rotation and provide after-hours support as needed.
• Working in cramped and/or elevated and/or noisy environments.
• Bending, lifting, stretching, reaching, standing, and walking for up to 8+ hours a day.
• Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation.
• Tolerance for working in a non-climate-controlled environment with temperature fluctuations.
• Work prioritization, organization skills, effective communication, and the ability to react quickly are critical.
• Will be required to work shift work that will include days/nights and may be required to work weekends/holidays.
• Traveling with personal vehicle within the regional work area is required.
• Responsible for having a reliable personal vehicle and a valid driver's license to travel within the regional work area.
• All candidates should be willing to work both independently and with a team.
• Candidates will work in a warehouse or data center environment depending on the region.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41+ pounds.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made.)

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma.
• Are 18 years of age or older.
• STEM classes or vocational course curriculum education (Preferred)
• Knowledge of computer hardware components and operating systems (Preferred)
• Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system and coordination with Manager (Preferred)
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications (Preferred)