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Service Inventory & Logistics Specialist

Location: Columbia, MD

Salary: $49,000 to $52,500 per year

Who are we?

Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu’s outstanding reputation and “Excellence in Science.” People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu’s continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?

What can Shimadzu offer YOU?

• Our Culture – A work environment that values diversity, inclusion & belonging
• Competitive Compensation – Day 1 Benefits & Competitive Salary
• Retirement Benefits – Matching 401K & Profit-Sharing Program
• Professional Growth – Clear pathways for Career, Leadership and Personal Development
• Health Benefits – Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Work-Life Balance – Generous & Front-Loaded Paid Time Off Plan
• Education – Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels
• Insurance Perks – Pet Insurance, optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits, generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs
• Work Flexibility – Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday!
• Employee Engagement – Employee Resource Groups to network, build a sense of community and enhance one’s career and personal development

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION:

• For Field Service, Technical Support, Marketing & Sales Roles: Additional compensation is available through either an Incentive and/or Commission Plan.
• For Field Employees who reside in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey and California: Additional compensation is offered through a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA)

Position Summary:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking a Service Inventory & Logistics Specialist to join our team in Columbia, MD. In this role, you will support the daily movement, control, and reporting of Service inventory while helping keep critical parts and PM kits available for the field. You will work across Service Operations, Purchasing, headquarters, and regional teams to keep inventory activity organized, accurate, and responsive to business needs.

JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Support inventory processing, logistics coordination, and fulfillment activities for the Service organization
• Provide direct administrative and operational support to the Service Operations Manager
• Process and track inventory transactions including service parts orders, backorders, returns, and related inventory requests
• Expedite or reroute FSP and SSP orders when business needs require quick action
• Coordinate inventory movement tied to returned parts through RGA and RMA activity
• Work closely with headquarters and Regional Service Administrators on order changes, returns, and inventory reduction requests
• Communicate order and parts status to field service personnel
• Maintain inventory files, transaction records, and management reports
• Communicate inventory requirements to Purchasing to support ongoing service demand
• Assist with physical inventory audits, cycle counts, and corporate inventory counts
• Perform department phone support and other operational support tasks as needed

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Inventory-related experience is highly preferred
• Experience in warehouse, shipping, receiving, logistics, or service support is a plus
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift and carry parts up to 50 pounds independently
• Experience with FedEx, UPS, or similar shipping systems is helpful

At Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, we believe in providing structured career paths that recognize and reward talent. If your expertise surpasses the level specified in the listed position, we offer the flexibility to upgrade positions to better suit your qualifications accompanied by a salary adjustment.

Compensation & Benefits:

This non-exempt, full-time position offers a starting salary range of $49,000 to $52,500 annually, paid semi-monthly. Eligible benefits include a 401K matching program and discretionary yearly contributions, with detailed information provided at the final interview stage.

In your first year, you will receive 10 paid vacation days, 8 paid personal days, 8 scheduled holidays, and 3 floating holidays. After one year, you’ll have access to a generous short-term disability program, with premiums fully covered by the company. Employees are insured at 100% of their salary for the first 6 weeks and 66 2/3% for weeks 7 to 12.

As a non-exempt role, you will also be eligible for overtime and double time pay according to employee handbook guidelines. Additional variable compensation may include a discretionary year-end bonus based on overall company performance.

For more details on benefits, please visit www.ssi.shimadzu.com/jobs.

Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the referral or through other means.

EEO Statement:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please click here.