Logistics Lead

Logistics Lead

We are seeking an exceptional Logistics Lead to join our growing Supply Chain team.

Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 3:30pm

Are you passionate about turning ideas into reality, embracing ownership, and working at the forefront of connectivity? Join via Photon and be part of a culture that thrives on fearless innovation, teamwork, and continuous growth, where learning, unlearning, and relearning are part of the journey.

This dynamic role offers significant ownership and responsibility. We’re looking for individuals who excel in environments where their contributions make an impact, are hungry to learn, and are energized by meaningful work that drives company growth while accelerating their career. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

We are changing the norm by being customer focused, technology led. via Photon is on an ambitious mission to revolutionize how critical digital infrastructure is manufactured and deployed. Best-in-class data centers and telecom providers need fiber optic solutions delivered in weeks, not months—whether that’s for AI infrastructure, 5G networks, or next‑generation broadband. We’re reimagining fiber optic manufacturing for the AI era.

Manufacturing is no longer just an operations challenge, but an automation and speed‑to‑market problem that customers urgently need solved. In less than 5 years, we’ve grown to a team of over 150, and have added top cloud service providers to our growing customer base. We have only just gotten started — our ambition is to become the market leader of the $40+ BN connectivity industry.

We seek candidates who will be culture contributors and who align with our core values:

• Fearless Innovation – pioneers unafraid to change the norm in relentless pursuit of better
• Forward Together – we believe that when we work together toward a collective goal, we all succeed
• Integrity Over Everything – we believe in long term relationships and doing what is right, always
• Nimble, Always – we are solutions obsessed, move fast, and stay nimble
• Be the Bar – we set our own standard of excellence and hold ourselves to it

Responsible for overseeing and coordinating all shipping and receiving activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Maintain accurate inventory records, organize shipments, and ensure timely delivery of products to customers. Collaborate with various departments to optimize the supply chain process.

• Oversees day to day operations of the warehouse, including stock moves and accurate inventories.
• Collaborates with production team to prioritize shipments based on customer requirements and production schedules and assigns them to appropriate location.
• Coordinate with freight carriers and logistics providers to arrange transportation for shipments as well as maintain accurate shipping and receiving documentation.
• Prepares documentation for all shipments, including packing list, shipping labels, RMA and custom declarations.
• Oversee the receiving process of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Conducts inspections to verify the quality and accuracy of received items and reports any discrepancies.
• Completes accurate ERP transactions and reconciliations.
• Fulfills and processes requests from customer service managers and sales associates and meets delivery commitments.
• Communicates shipping schedules, delays, and updates.
• Establishes quality metrics for inbound and outbound deliveries.
• Assists in order packing and coverage for material handling as needed.
• Maintaining a neat and clean work area free of trash debris, plastic, cardboard, etc.
• Performs additional duties as requested.

• Familiar with general warehouse procedures, policies, goals, and objectives.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Must be able to drive machinery safely and efficiently, i.e., forklift, pallet jack.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel.
• Proven experience in shipping and receiving roles, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of shipping regulations, customs procedures, and supply chain logistics.
• Excellent organizational, communication,…