Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to support material flow and inventory accuracy for a Long-term Contract position in Livonia, Michigan. In this role, you will help keep operations running smoothly by coordinating incoming and outgoing parts, maintaining stock visibility, and working across multiple teams to reduce delays. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is organized, responsive, and comfortable managing transportation, purchasing activity, and supplier communication in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the movement of materials from suppliers and warehouse locations to production areas to help avoid interruptions and shortages.
- Maintain accurate inventory, order status, and parts records to improve visibility and support efficient material planning.
- Use ERP and logistics systems to place orders, receive shipments, process outbound activity, and document storage transactions.
- Review stock levels regularly and take action to ensure required materials are available or scheduled to arrive in time for operational needs.
- Prepare and process purchase requisitions for parts and supplies required to support production and site activities.
- Monitor shipment activity, verify freight pricing with carriers, combine loads when practical, and choose transportation options that balance service and cost.
- Partner with quality, engineering, customer service, production control, and manufacturing teams to identify bottlenecks and communicate risks affecting material flow.
- Support onsite logistics operations by following shipping, receiving, and materials handling procedures that align with business requirements. Requirements • Experience in logistics, supply chain coordination, inventory control, or materials planning within an operations or manufacturing setting.
- Working knowledge of shipping, receiving, transportation coordination, and supplier communication processes.
- Ability to use ERP or related business systems to manage orders, inventory updates, and transaction records.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, quality, and customer service.
- Understanding of purchase requisitions, stock management, and shortage prevention practices.
- Capability to evaluate freight options and support cost-conscious transportation decisions.
- Customer service mindset with a proactive approach to resolving issues and supporting operational continuity. TalentMatch®
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