Full-time Position
Location: Skida HQ, Burlington, Vermont

The Logistics Specialist ensures the seamless flow of products, data, and operational processes across Skida’s supply chain, inventory systems, and fulfillment channels. This role blends analytical responsibilities with hands‑on operational execution—supporting everything from inventory reconciliation, valuation, and data reporting to warehouse operations, customer order prep, and 3PL partnership management. You will strive to have the right products, in the right places, at the right times, and at the best costs.

Working closely with Operations, Production, Finance, Sales, and Customer Service teams, the Logistics Specialist enhances visibility, accuracy, and efficiency across systems and physical workflows. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented, systems‑savvy problem solver who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys both strategic analysis and tactical operations.

Responsibilities:

Inventory & Data Analysis

• Maintain reports tracking inventory accuracy, availability, and sell‑through across channels and warehouse locations.

• Analyze inventory trends to inform purchasing, forecasting, and production planning.

• Support COGS and margin analysis, identify cost drivers, and opportunities for improvement.

• Ensure data integrity across ERP (Brightpearl, Deskera), 3PL platforms, Shopify, and internal reporting tools.

• Perform routine ERP × 3PL inventory reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.

3PL Operations & Fulfillment Execution

• Serve as Skida’s primary liaison with 3PL partners, communicating issues, service-level updates, improvement opportunities, and operational needs.

• Build and maintain dashboards tracking 3PL KPIs including OTIF, accuracy, receiving, and cost per order.

• Create and manage WROs for inbound shipments to 3PL facilities.

• Review wholesale and D2C orders in exception status, coordinating resolutions with Customer Service.

• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to anticipate fulfillment capacity for promotions, launches, and seasonal peaks.

Order Fulfillment & Kitting

• Plan and execute kitting and value‑added services for wholesale and D2C fulfillment.

• Pick, pack, and ship select wholesale orders from Skida’s warehouse as needed.

• Prepare customer orders, including labeling, bagging, and packaging according to customer’s requirements and standards.

• Reconcile Amazon warehouse inventory in Brightpearl with Amazon reporting.

Warehouse Operations

• Maintain an organized, accurate warehouse environment, ensuring proper labeling, stocking, and materials flow.

• Print and apply UPC labels for finished goods.

• Complete Brightpearl (or equivalent ERP order platform) warehouse transfers and physical transfers of product.

• Manage daily distribution of incoming mail and packages.

Transportation & Vendor Logistics

• Pack and ship materials (trims, labels, raw components) to vendors to support production.

• Serve as main contact for USPS, UPS, FedEx, and freight providers.

• Schedule freight pickups/deliveries and manage documentation.

• Coordinate routine and unplanned service for the Skida van.

Cost Optimization & Operational Analysis

• Analyze freight, fulfillment, packaging, and logistics costs to inform margin improvements.

• Support landed cost updates and pricing/margin analysis with Finance and Product teams.

• Track operating costs against budget and contribute to quarterly review processes.

• Assist in evaluating vendor and 3PL rate structures for negotiation or consolidation opportunities.

Systems, Reporting & Process Improvement

• Build reporting tools and dashboards in Excel, Google Sheets, or BI platforms integrating data from multiple systems.

• Produce ad hoc operational analyses to support strategic decision‑making.

• Document and improve operational workflows, identifying automation opportunities.

• Support system integrations through testing, troubleshooting, and data validation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with the Production Manager on supply planning and inbound logistics.

• Partner with Customer Service to resolve recurring fulfillment and order‑exception issues.

• Provide Finance with accurate data for allocations, forecasting, and reporting.

• Contribute KPIs and insights to Operations and Sales & Operations (S&OP) meetings.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience in logistics, warehouse operations, supply chain, or operations analysis (consumer goods/apparel preferred).

• Strong analytical skills and advanced proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets.

• Experience with ERP, 3PL, or order management systems (Brightpearl preferred).

• Ability to manage and interpret large datasets; experience with BI tools is a plus.

• Strong understanding of inventory workflows, fulfillment operations, and cost structures.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform warehouse tasks as needed.

• Valid driver’s license; ability to operate a cargo van for local deliveries.

Preferred

• Experience with 3PL partners; familiarity with Amazon Seller Central or FBA workflows.

• Experience with shipping software (ShipStation, FedEx Ship Manager, etc.).

• Interest in outdoor gear, accessories, or Skida’s mission.

Success Metrics

• High inventory accuracy across ERP, 3PL, and Amazon channels.

• Improved OTIF performance and reduction in order exceptions.

• Increased fulfillment speed, accuracy, and cost efficiency.

• Accurate, timely reporting and operational insights supporting cross‑departmental decisions.

• Clean, organized warehouse with minimal variances.

• Smooth collaboration across teams and external partners.

Application

Please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@skida.com with the subject line “Logistics Specialist".

This position is based at Skida’s headquarters in Burlington, Vermont.

Our organization is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply! You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please be sure to attach your resume.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.