Logistics Specialist

Staffmark Workforce Solutions offers this exciting contract opportunity at a global leader in electronics, mobile devices, and appliances located in Bolingbrook, IL.

Logistics Specialist

Top Skills:

• Reporting of key performance indicators
• High proficiency in MS products including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint is required
• Results-driven and ability to handle multiple projects
  

Position Summary:

The main function of a logistics specialist is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to the production schedule. A typical logistics specialist is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work, and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Examine documents, materials, and products, and monitor work processes to assess completeness, accuracy, and conformation to standards and specifications.
• Review documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities.
• Record production data, including volume produced, consumption of raw materials, and quality control measures.
• Requisition and maintain inventories of materials and supplies necessary to meet production demands.
• Revise production schedule, when required, due to design changes, labor or material shortages, or other interruptions.
• Distribute production schedules and work orders to departments.
  

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor, and materials.
• Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
• Basic mentoring skills are necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
  

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree
• High school diploma or GED required
• 5-7 years of related experience are required
• Reporting of key performance indicators
• High proficiency in MS products including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint is required
• 5 to 7 years of experience in a logistics, warehouse environment is required
• Results-driven and able to handle multiple projects
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Critical thinking skills - analysis, interpretation, inference, explanation, self-regulation, open-mindedness, and problem-solving
• Excellent attention to detail
• Must be comfortable working in a multi-cultural business environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to employ effective time management skills
• Independently follow and execute work assignments
• Must be able to work without supervision; self-starter
• Ability to interact with all levels of management including executives
• Performs work under time schedules and stresses which are normally periodic or cyclical, including time-sensitive job stress, intellectual challenge, constant technical data feedback, and language barriers.
  

Staffmark talent working with this client receive competitive compensation and a great benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and Paid Time Off plus more

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