[Hiring] Logistics Analyst @Akamai

Role Description

Are you enthusiastic about managing logistics in a high-tech environment? Would you like to oversee the end-to-end supply chain activities? Join our Akamai's Logistics team.

The Logistics group is part of Akamai's Infrastructure Engineering & Operations division. We collaborate with Partner Developers, Provisioning, Strategy, Supply Chain, Deployment, and Network Support vendors. We manage Akamai's network equipment from deployment to end-of-life. Our work spans import/export, warehousing, distribution, certifications, customs compliance, repairs, and transportation logistics.

The Logistics Analyst role involves managing distribution and supply chain operations for network infrastructure equipment. Responsibilities include ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of hardware to global data centers supporting a distributed compute platform. Coordination with 3PLs, manufacturers, carriers, and internal technical teams is crucial to maintaining platform availability worldwide.

As a Logistics Analyst, you will be responsible for:

• Managing the entire order lifecycle in Siebel ERP, ensuring precise fulfillment and compliance with service level agreements.
• Coordinating with manufacturers and repair vendors to oversee order progress, hardware preparation, and product returns.
• Ensuring inventory accuracy by reconciling data across internal systems and vendor reports while addressing system alerts effectively.
• Investigating discrepancies with vendors, Datacenters, Field and Network engineers.
• Managing inventory adjustments and asset transfers effectively.
• Overseeing the retrieval and disposal of decommissioned equipment, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and alignment with environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Hold expertise in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a relevant field of study.
• Demonstrate expertise in global distribution, order fulfillment, international shipping, ERP systems like Siebel or SAP, and tracking tools.
• Fluency in English.
• Demonstrate proficiency in MS Excel for reporting, charts, and data analysis (considered a valuable skill to possess).
• Understand global freight processes and customs documentation, including requirements and procedures, to support efficient logistics operations.
• Demonstrate problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and capability to work independently in a dynamic, global environment.

Benefits

• FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, allows 95% of employees the choice to work from home, the office, or both.
• Opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things.
• Benefits designed to meet individual needs for today and in the future, including:
• Your health
• Your finances
• Your family
• Your time at work
• Your time pursuing other endeavors

Company Description

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge, we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.