Antarctica: Punta Arenas Packet Lead (Logistics)

Location: Remote - U.S.; travel to Punta Arenas, Chile is required

Company

hirify.global provides science, engineering, logistics, and operational support for the United States Antarctic Program and other government missions.

What you will do

• Lead logistics operations supporting the movement of personnel, cargo, equipment, supplies, and materials between global supply locations and Antarctica.
• Coordinate airlift support, cargo movement, traveler processing, deployments, and redeployments.
• Oversee warehousing, cargo staging, container management, material handling, and inventory activities in Punta Arenas.
• Manage local service providers, contractors, vendors, transportation partners, and logistics organizations.
• Develop operational plans, budgets, forecasts, schedules, procedures, and performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, local regulations, environmental standards, customs processes, and program policies.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business, or a related field; equivalent experience may substitute for the degree.
• Typically 7+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, field operations, or a related field.
• Experience supporting transportation, cargo movement, warehousing, traveler services, or international operations.
• Knowledge of supply chain management, operational planning, logistics coordination, contractor oversight, budgets, schedules, and performance metrics.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Nice to have

• Spanish language proficiency.
• Master’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience working in South America or supporting international logistics hubs.
• Knowledge of customs clearance, import/export regulations, international transportation, and freight forwarding.

Culture & Benefits

• Zero Harm culture focused on safety, accountability, customer service, and operational excellence.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability coverage, and paid time off may be available.
• 401(k) plan with company match may be available.
• Professional training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Flexible work schedule may be available.