Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS) — part of Cherokee Federal, a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies — is hiring a skilled Warehouse Specialist in Baumholder, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany (Camp Panzer Kaserne, Böblingen). Paying $40,000–$45,000 per year with full Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K benefits, this full-time role performs a comprehensive range of warehousing activities — including management of combat gear and Personal Gear Issue (PGI) materials, receiving, storing, issuing, reconstitution, sewing/tailoring, inventorying, packing, and shipping bulk and individual military materials and equipment.
About Cherokee Federal — Military Government Contracting in Germany
Company: Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS) — part of Cherokee Federal, a group of tribally owned US federal contracting companies
Client Base: Federal and commercial customers — specialising in government solutions and support services across US military installations
Location: Camp Panzer Kaserne, Böblingen — US military installation in Rhineland-Palatinate / Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Scope: Personal Gear Issue (PGI) combat gear and equipment — receiving, storing, issuing, reconstitution, packing, and shipping
Benefits: $40K–$45K salary + Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K retirement plan, and other possible benefits as provided
Career Growth & Federal Contracting Impact in Germany
Federal Career: Join a tribally owned US federal contracting company with an established presence on US military bases across Germany
Competitive Pay: $40,000–$45,000 starting salary commensurate with experience — plus full Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K
Stable Employment: Federal government contracting provides one of the most stable and professionally rewarding employment environments available
Military Environment: Build specialist federal warehouse logistics skills in a US military contracting context — highly transferable across careers
Position Overview
The Warehouse Specialist at Cherokee Federal / CNGS in Baumholder, Germany performs a full range of warehousing activities supporting US military personnel — including management of combat gear and Personal Gear Issue (PGI) materials, accurate receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping of bulk and individual military equipment, customer order fulfilment, merchandise picking and packing, inventory accuracy checking, WMS-based inventory management, loading and unloading of materials, and organisation of inventory per established warehouse procedures — all in compliance with OSHA safety guidelines and Cherokee Federal’s pre-employment and operational standards.
Why This Role Matters: As Warehouse Specialist at Cherokee Federal’s Germany location, you are a critical operational support professional for US military personnel — ensuring the right Personal Gear Issue (PGI) materials and combat equipment are available, accurately issued, properly stored, and correctly shipped when and where they are needed. Your WMS accuracy keeps inventory records reliable for federal audit and operational readiness, your OSHA compliance keeps the workplace safe, your packing precision ensures materials arrive undamaged, and your professionalism as part of Cherokee Federal’s team directly supports the mission of the US military installations you serve across Rhineland-Palatinate and Baden-Württemberg.
Key Responsibilities
PGI Combat Gear & Equipment Management
- Perform a full range of warehousing activities including management of combat gear and Personal Gear Issue (PGI) material across the facility
- Receive, store, issue, and ship both bulk and individual PGI materials and equipment — maintaining accurate records of all movements
- Support reconstitution activities — ensuring returned combat gear is inspected, processed, and returned to serviceable inventory as required
- Perform sewing and tailoring of gear and equipment as required at the assigned location — supporting PGI material serviceability
Customer Order Fulfilment & Picking/Packing
- Receive and accurately fulfil customer orders — picking merchandise from warehouse shelves with precision and attention to order accuracy
- Pack merchandise correctly for shipment — ensuring all packed items are verified against the order for quantity and specification accuracy
- Conduct accurate packing and shipping of all material in accordance with established warehouse procedures and federal contracting requirements
- Keep accurate track of all inventory movements, customer order status, and outbound shipments throughout each working day
Inventory Management & WMS Operations
- Manage warehouse inventory using the Warehouse Management System (WMS) — maintaining accurate, real-time inventory data at all times
- Organise all inventory in accordance with the warehouse inventory procedures and Cherokee Federal’s operational standards
- Manage workload across multiple warehouse operations simultaneously — maintaining accuracy and efficiency across all assigned duties
- Understand and apply inventory control systems principles to maintain stock accuracy, traceability, and operational readiness
Loading/Unloading, Equipment Operation & OSHA Compliance
- Load and unload materials and products as needed — using appropriate manual handling techniques and warehouse equipment safely
- Operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, handcarts, and a variety of tools in compliance with OSHA safety guidelines
- Apply knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines and practices across all daily warehouse activities — maintaining a safe working environment
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned by management — demonstrating flexibility, commitment, and a strong work ethic at all times
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience Requirements
- Minimum two years of experience performing warehouse duties — including packing, shipping, receiving, order fulfilment, and inventory tracking
- Understanding of inventory control systems and proven knowledge of using a Warehouse Management System (WMS) for inventory management
- Experience using warehouse equipment including forklifts and handcarts — with knowledge of safe operation practices
- Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines and practices as applied in a warehouse or distribution logistics environment
- Proven ability to manage workload across multiple warehouse operations simultaneously without compromising accuracy
Physical Requirements
- Ability to meet physical requirements — lifting up to 30 lbs, bending, and standing for extended periods throughout each working day
- Ability to operate a variety of tools and warehouse equipment safely and competently in a physical warehouse environment
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Must successfully pass all pre-employment qualifications required by Cherokee Federal / Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS)
About Cherokee Federal / Cherokee Nation Government Solutions
Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CNGS) is part of Cherokee Federal — a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies delivering support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers across the United States and internationally. Cherokee Federal takes a personalised approach to solving its clients’ most complex operational challenges, bringing together skilled professionals and a deep commitment to quality, compliance, and mission support. With a presence on US military installations in Germany, including Camp Panzer Kaserne in Böblingen / Baumholder, Cherokee Federal provides stable, well-compensated, and professionally rewarding employment opportunities for logistics and warehousing professionals who want to contribute to important federal missions in Europe. Visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for more information on available positions and to learn about Equal Opportunity Employment commitments.
Career Excellence: Join Cherokee Federal’s Germany operations team as Warehouse Specialist — supporting US military personnel with professional, accurate, and OSHA-compliant warehouse logistics at $40,000–$45,000 per year, with full Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K benefits.
Who Should Apply?
- Experienced Warehouse Specialists: With 2+ years in packing, receiving, shipping, order fulfilment, and WMS-based inventory management
- Federal & Military Contracting Candidates: With experience working on or near US military installations in Germany or other OCONUS locations
- WMS-Proficient Inventory Professionals: With hands-on Warehouse Management System experience for real-time inventory tracking and control
- OSHA-Knowledgeable Warehouse Workers: Familiar with OSHA guidelines and safe forklift and warehouse equipment operation practices
- Reliable, Detail-Focused Logistics Associates: Who thrive in a structured, federally contracted environment managing military gear and equipment
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