Warehouse Lead at Sofar Ocean

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

45.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Warehouse Management, Inventory Control, Shipping, Logistics, Cycle Counts, ERP/MRP Systems, Forklift Operation, Health and Safety Compliance, Documentation, Shipping Regulations, Material Handling, Detail Orientation, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Data Reporting, Pallet Jack Operation

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

The Company Sofar is on a mission to connect the world’s oceans. We design, build, and deploy the largest privately owned network of marine weather sensors to power the world’s best marine weather forecasts. Our data helps our customers to increase efficiency and reduce emissions, delivering tools to governments and other stakeholders to understand impacts of climate change on extreme weather and ocean health. We live on Planet Ocean, and our goal is to create the ocean intelligence needed to ensure a sustainable future. The Role Sofar Ocean builds and deploys thousands of low-cost, global, open ocean sensors to remote and harsh environments, and we're growing! We're seeking an Inventory & Warehouse Lead to join our Supply Chain team. This role combines hands-on expertise in warehouse management with advanced shipping and logistics skills, ensuring smooth movement of materials and finished goods both domestically and internationally. You are an organized, hands-on multitasker who enjoys wearing many hats in a small and fast-moving team. You'll play a core role in managing inventory levels, incoming receiving, inventory control, assisting with cycle counts, pick/pack, fulfillment and shipping, along with a variety of other tasks to support the supply chain and production teams. This role would work onsite from our Pier 28 location in San Francisco, CA. Typical hours are 7:30am - 4:30pm, reporting to Sofar’s Supply Chain Manage Impact You’ll Own: Warehouse: Receiving, documenting, processing, labeling, storing and general management of all incoming stock and general warehouse functions. Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and ERP/MRP updates. Implement and refine systems for consumables and shipping supply replenishment. Works closely with supply chain, production and engineering to track and coordinate the receipt, storage, and timely delivery of goods and materials. Ensuring basic maintenance standards and compliance with health and safety regulations. Examine the levels of supplies and raw material to determine shortages. Prepare detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments. Implement and manage Kanban system for consumables, shipping supplies, etc. Navigate MRP and PLM systems to review stock and BOM structure Support Production in completing stock adjustments, transfers, cycle counts and material picking and packing. Support weekly, quarterly, annual cycle counts. Shipping: Checking fulfillment orders and deliveries for accuracy. Process, pick and ship orders accurately and on time (including packaging packout to multiple pallet strap and wrap). Prepare and manage shipping documentation, including customs forms and compliance requirements. Collaborate with carriers and freight forwarders to resolve shipping challenges and track performance. Coordinate with production to align shipping schedules with build and deployment plans. Document daily deliveries and shipments to update inventory. Comparing purchase orders with invoices and packaging lists per 3 way tie out. About You H.S. Diploma or GED required. Minimum 3-5 years hands on experience with receiving, inventory control, pick/pack and shipping tasks and activities, preferably in a start-up environment. Not afraid to get your hands dirty and move material, but also a keen sense of detail. Forklift experience a must have Excellent understanding of general ERP/MRP transactions. Strong understanding of domestic and international shipping regulations and carriers. Physical Challenges Ability to operate hand truck, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment. Ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis. Ability to be on your feet for extended periods Ability to climb stairs Estimated Salary Range $35 - $45 per hour The range listed is what we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and may be modified in the future. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, and equity package. Sofar's Commitment to Climate Justice We at Sofar Ocean acknowledge that careers in the marine sciences “... have traditionally been, and remain, non-diverse work environments”, thereby limiting the entry and prosperity of underrepresented groups in the space. (Johri et al., 2021) Many of these same groups are disproportionately affected by climate change, and are often excluded from decision making that directly address their interests and needs. We are committed to addressing these climate injustices and highly encourage people who identify as women, LGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to apply Employee Conduct It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers, and vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Responsibilities

The Warehouse Lead will manage inventory levels, oversee incoming receiving, and ensure accurate shipping and fulfillment processes. This role requires collaboration with supply chain, production, and engineering teams to maintain efficient warehouse operations.