Logistics Coordinator

Aston Carter•Park Forest, IL

13d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Provide logistical support for the Depot division by coordinating efficient, cost-effective transportation services, analyzing freight spending, and resolving freight-related issues to meet business and customer needs. This is a long-term contract position based onsite in University Park, Illinois. The pay range is $20.00–$25.00 per hour; individual compensation depends on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other job-related factors. Eligible benefits for this temporary role may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth contributions; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a Health Spending Account; transportation benefits; an Employee Assistance Program; and time off or leave, such as PTO, vacation, or sick leave. Eligibility and plan terms apply, and benefits may change.

Requirements

1–3 years of logistics experience.
Experience with spreadsheets and statistical analysis.
1–3 years of Excel experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
Knowledge of transportation regulations.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills to work effectively across business units and teams.
Strong leadership skills.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Initiative and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Good organizational and analytical skills.
Computer skills including Excel, PowerPoint, and Access database.
Comfort working with individuals at all organizational levels and flexibility in response to change.

Nice To Haves

Previous logistics and warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

Provide freight quotes to internal and external customers using tools such as Smartsheet, carrier websites, and internal resources.
Ensure compliance with the inbound receiving routing guide.
Support freight bill payments through the bank.
Monitor aging open orders in the Cetova Report (550,570).
Monitor and analyze rating exceptions through a third-party freight processing system.
Manage freight claim reporting in the transportation system.
Monitor and analyze freight expenses by carrier and mode, identify trends, and provide feedback to other departments on actions to reduce freight spending.
Provide logistical support to Procurement, Customer Service, and Finance.
Perform miscellaneous transactions in the MRP system and WMS to process shipments.
Assist with rerouting incorrectly routed shipments.
Promote safety and support a safe working environment for all employees.
Resolve logistics-related issues that affect customers or operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.