Logistics Analyst

Etched • San Jose, CA

14h • $90,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Etched is seeking a detail-oriented and analytically minded Logistics Analyst to support and scale our global logistics operations from our San Jose hub. This role will focus on shipment tracking, data analysis, cost and lead-time visibility, and day-to-day operational support across international suppliers, contract manufacturers, and logistics partners. This is an ideal role for an early-career professional who wants hands-on exposure to global hardware logistics, cross-border shipping, and operational analytics in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain analytics, operations, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with operational data.
• Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets (lookups, pivots, basic modeling).
• Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills, able to work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal teams. Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple shipments and data streams simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in high-availability or mission-critical environments (e.g., compute, manufacturing, robotics, aerospace), especially supporting server, networking, or AI hardware deployments at scale
• Experience with international freight shipping (air/ocean), customs processes, US domestic shipping, and/or contract manufacturing logistics.
• Familiarity with ERP, TMS, or shipment tracking systems.
• Comfort operating in ambiguity and leading through influence.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage all inbound and outbound shipments across global suppliers, contract manufacturers, warehouses, and end destinations from start to finish, from shipment outbound at Origin to shipment inbound & receiving at Destination.
• Manage and update shipment delivery and inventory receipt records in ERP.
• Maintain proper documentations for all shipments in internal platforms.
• Monitor shipments status, lead times, and delivery performance; flag risks and exceptions early.
• Support coordination with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and warehouse partners to resolve delays or discrepancies.
• Assist with documentation review for international shipments (commercial invoices, packing lists, Incoterms alignment).
• Maintain accurate shipment, cost, and logistics performance data in spreadsheets and internal systems.
• Build and maintain recurring reports on transit times, on-time delivery, logistics costs, and exceptions.
• Support documentation and refinement of logistics SOPs and workflows. Identify manual processes or data gaps and propose improvements or automation
• Assist and provide support in Inventory Control and Management in Headquarter Office, 3PL warehouses and contract manufacturers.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure accurate logistics execution.
• Communicate clearly across teams and time zones, especially with Asia-based suppliers and partners.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision packages, with generous premium coverage
• Housing subsidy of $2,000/month for those living within walking distance of the office
• Daily lunch and dinner in our office
• Relocation support for those moving to San Jose (Santana Row)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees