Logistics Scheduler

Our client, is seeking a Logistics Scheduler to join their team. As a Logistics Scheduler, you will be part of the Supply Chain function supporting order management, demand planning, inventory control, and import/export coordination. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical thinking, clear communication in English, and the ability to follow established procedures while working independently which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Logistics Scheduler

Location: Forest City, Iowa 100% onsite

Pay Range: $18 to $20 p/h on w-2
Duration: 12 month contract
Shift 8 to 5 pm 

What's the Job?

• Manage intercompany orders (international orders within internal plants or distribution centers), including order entry, inquiries, change requests, and exceptions.
• Investigate order status, resolve shipment discrepancies, and address back-order situations to keep supply commitments on track.
• Manage the reporting process for demand planning, order management, inventory management, and financial reporting.
• Follow a variety of clearly defined procedures under general guidance across functional disciplines such as supply planning, warehousing, transportation, inventory/materials control, and import/export.
• Use tracking systems to manage progress and report results; perform other duties as assigned.

What's Needed?

• Basic knowledge of theories and practices in supply planning, warehousing, transportation, inventory/materials control, and import/export.
• Knowledge/experience with computer programs and corporate systems relevant to the role, including SAP-ERP, JDA, and Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to clearly speak, understand, and write in English to communicate effectively in verbal and written contexts.
• Basic analytical skills to interpret information, examine variables, draw conclusions, and assess alternative methods.
• A bachelor-level university/college degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, OR equivalent years of related work experience in supply chain or customer service.

What's in it for me?

• Work in a structured environment with clearly defined procedures and periodic review of work in progress.
• Build expertise across key supply chain areas including order management, inventory/materials control, and import/export coordination.
• Contribute to accurate reporting for demand planning, order management, inventory management, and financial reporting.
• Develop best-practice sharing within the work group while working independently within defined scope.
• Support day-to-day supply chain execution by resolving order status issues, shipment discrepancies, and back-order challenges.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.