Senior Logistics Specialist, Inbound

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Logistics Specialist, Inbound to join our supply chain team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in the execution and tracking of shipments, resolving transportation issues, and ensuring compliance with international and domestic shipping regulations. This role requires experience with a wide range of transportation modes and familiarity with regulatory requirements such as Dangerous Goods handling and ITAR compliance.

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

Key Responsibilities of a Senior Logistics Specialist, Inbound

• Execute and manage daily shipments across various transportation modes (Small Parcel, LTL, FTL, LCL, Airfreight).
• Track and monitor the movement of shipments (both domestic and international) to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Identify and resolve transportation and shipping issues proactively and effectively.
• Collaborate with internal teams, carriers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Maintain accurate shipment documentation and ensure compliance with applicable regulations including: Dangerous Goods (DG) handling and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Support and manage finished vehicle moves coordinating with logistics providers.
• Analyze shipping data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and performance improvement areas.
• Develop and maintain KPIs related to logistics operations.
• Assist in developing and optimizing logistics processes and procedures.
• Own and define inbound logistics strategy, establish department-level KPIs, and serve as the subject matter expert for international trade compliance and transportation optimization initiatives.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain roles.
• Hands-on experience with international and domestic shipments.
• Working knowledge of transportation modes including Small Parcel, LTL, FTL, and LCL.
• Experience handling Dangerous Goods (certification a plus).
• Familiarity with ITAR and export compliance regulations.
• Experience with finished vehicle transportation strongly preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle time-sensitive issues.
• Proficiency in logistics software and systems (e.g., TMS, ERP).
• Familiarity with HTS and Schedule B codes preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.

Preferred Qualifications

• IATA/IMDG Dangerous Goods Certification.
• ITAR Compliance Training.
• APICS or other Supply Chain Certifications.

Work Environment and Compensation

This role operates in an in-office and shop floor environment. The compensation for a Senior Logistics Specialist, Inbound at Divergent ranges from $98,316 to $135,189 annually, based on a level S05 evaluation.

Divergent offers a holistic compensation package including competitive salary, equity, results-based bonuses, paid vacation, sick time, holidays, parental leave, and comprehensive health/wellness benefits. We invest in employee growth through learning and development reimbursement within a collaborative, fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Key skills/competency

• Logistics Management
• Supply Chain Execution
• Shipment Tracking
• Regulatory Compliance
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• ITAR Compliance
• Transportation Optimization
• KPI Development
• Logistics Software (TMS/ERP)
• Problem-Solving