Step into the Flow of Goods
Picture your day starting with a quick scan of inbound and outbound schedules, then checking stock positions before a shipment lands. You coordinate with carriers, verify receiving paperwork, and keep inventory levels dialed in. Between calls with suppliers and third-party logistics partners, you plan loads in a transportation management system, assist with warehouse management system rollouts, and dive into performance dashboards built from SQL and Tableau. When an exception pops up, you lead a root-cause review and tighten the process. That’s a typical day for our part-time Transportation and Inventory Operations Coordinator.
What You’ll Handle
- Own daily shipping and receiving coordination to keep materials moving on time.
- Maintain accurate stock levels with sound inventory control practices.
- Collaborate with suppliers and vendors, including contract negotiations and relationship management.
- Use transportation management systems (TMS) to plan, schedule, and execute freight strategies.
- Lead root cause analyses to uncover and fix operational gaps.
- Analyze logistics KPIs using tools such as SQL and Tableau to drive decisions.
- Partner with demand planning by sharing insights on inventory positions and freight costs.
- Support implementation and improvement of warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Champion safety standards and proper material handling at all times.
What You’ll Bring
Solid grasp of supply chain and logistics fundamentals.Hands-on experience in warehouse distribution and inventory control.Knowledge of procurement, sourcing, and vendor management.Proven negotiation skills for effective contract management.Understanding of transportation planning, freight operations, and 3PL coordination.Ability to analyze data with SQL, Tableau, or similar platforms.Experience with ERP systems such as AS400 or MRP software.Mechanical aptitude related to logistics operations is a plus.Proficiency with basic computer skills.Schedule, Location, and Benefits
Job Type : Part-timeWork Location : In personBenefits : Flexible schedule; Paid time offOn-Site Requirements
Ability to Commute : Niles, MI 49120 (Required)Ability to Relocate : Niles, MI 49120 (Relocate before starting work required)If optimizing logistics systems energizes you, we’d love to meet you. Help us streamline operations and elevate supply chain performance.