Logistics Associate Jobs in Tacoma, WA

A Logistics Associate is a vital part of the logistics industry, performing various tasks that ensure smooth operations of supply chains. These tasks include inventory management, coordinating transportation of goods, overseeing warehousing, and dealing with customs regulations. They are responsible for maintaining accurate records, analyzing logistical data, and improving efficiency of the supply chain operations. They play a key role in planning and implementing logistics strategies, thus ensuring that goods or services are delivered on time and in good condition, which ultimately leads to customer satisfaction and business growth.

A Logistics Associate should possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. They should also have proficiency in logistics and inventory software. A certification in Supply Chain Management or a related field could enhance their credibility. Prior to becoming a Logistics Associate, a person may have roles such as a Logistics Clerk, a Warehouse Associate, or a Transportation Coordinator. These positions provide the necessary experience and understanding of the industry to be successful in the more complex and responsible role of a Logistics Associate.

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Logistics Specialist - Material Handler/Delivery Driver - Auburn, WA

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 hours ago

Logistics Specialist Starting wage of $22/hr, with applicable wage progression after 90-day, 180-day, and 1-year tenure with TireHub. Monday through Saturday – Fluctuating day shift hours The...

Senior Inventory Control Associate

  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview The Pacific Northwest PDC is the newest International Motors' Parts Distribution Center (PDC) in our network. It will be a new state of the art facility located in Lakewood, WA....

Supply Chain Associate

  • Graham, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Graham, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Our Night Warehouse Selectors pay isbetween $28.67 anders are making $31.86 per hour. We are looking for Night Warehouse Selectors who relish the chance to push their...

Aviation Supply Technician (Army Aviation) JBLM WA

  • Lewis McChord, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lewis McChord, WA
  • 3 days ago

The Supply Technician (Army Aviation) is responsible for a variety of supply management tasks which includes inventory control, storage management, distribution, cataloging, purchasing, part and...

Inventory Specialist

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago

Basic Qualifications Six months of prior work experience with Walgreens (internal candidates) or one year of prior retail work experience (external candidates). Must be fluent in reading, writing,...

Supply Chain Associate

  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Supply Chain Associate 9124 E Marginal Way S, Tukwila, WA 98108 WASE3 Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm 10 - 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on a...

Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist

  • Fort Lewis, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Lewis, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Serves as Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and integrating logistics operations. Provide direction and staff level oversight of...

Medical Supply Technician

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 days ago

Examine items and sets to be cleaned for completeness, damage, deterioration or imperfections, cracks, or pitting. Disassemble and reassemble equipment and complex instrumentation in order to...

Entry-Level Supply Chain Specialist

  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Entry-Level Supply Chain Specialist Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for an Entry Level Supply Chain Specialist (Level 1) based out of JB Lewis-McChord, WA. This...

Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist

  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. **Hiring manager is requesting a...

Maintenance Inventory Specialist

  • Sumner, WA (10 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sumner, WA (10 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Overview: Maintenance Inventory Specialist The Maintenance Inventory Specialist is responsible for coordinating inventory processes to ensure accuracy to tactically support maintenance and,...

Courier/Non-DOT

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 days ago

Job Duties Driver/operator of company vehicles. Provides courteous and efficient delivery and pick-up of packages. Checks shipments for conformance to FedEx features of service and provides...

Supply Chain Clerk - FT

  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 19 days ago

$22.00/HourUp to $1,000 Retention BonusShift Premium may ApplyImmediately hiring! Are you currently working as a clerk or a service advisor in a garage, auto dealership, autobody shop or warehouse...

Staff Supply Chain Specialist

  • Des Moines, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 20 days ago

Spaceflight Industries, Inc. Staff Supply Chain Specialist in Woodmont Beach , Washington Staff Supply Chain Specialist About Us: BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate...

Inventory Specialist

  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 days ago

Overview Inventory Specialist Opportunity is part-time, on-going Inventory work to service a large ecommerce warehouse organization in your area. As an Independent Contractor with SFS, Inc. you...

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Salary for Logistics Associate Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Highest Education Level

Logistics Associates in Tacoma, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
31.1%
Bachelor's Degree
29.2%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.9%
Master's Degree
9.8%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Logistics Associates in Tacoma, WA
Less than 1 year
67.2%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
10.0%
1-2 years
4.2%
4-6 years
0.6%


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