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Operations Specialist
We are looking for a motivated Operations Specialist to join our growing team in Gurnee, Illinois. This entry-level position offers a dynamic mix of responsibilities across quoting, logistics, and operations support within a collaborative and evolving environment. As this is a Contract to permanent opportunity, it’s ideal for someone seeking a long-term role in project management and operational excellence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with quoting and receiving teams to review and process multiple project quotes efficiently.<br>• Assist in managing logistics for senior living renovation projects, including coordinating with designers and architects.<br>• Oversee product ordering and tracking, ensuring timely delivery to warehouse partners and other destinations.<br>• Maintain and update online portals for project management and tracking purposes.<br>• Utilize Excel to create and manage pivot tables, spreadsheets, and formulas for operational needs.<br>• Support inventory management and auditing processes to ensure compliance and accuracy.<br>• Contribute to the improvement of internal workflows and software utilization.<br>• Communicate effectively with team members and external partners to ensure seamless project execution.<br>• Provide administrative support for various operations-related tasks, ensuring deadlines are met.
<p>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and spreadsheet creation.</p><p>• Familiarity with software tools such as CRM, ERP systems, and data processing platforms.</p><ul><li>Track freight shipments online and by phone. </li><li>Confirm freight deliveries with vendor warehouses.</li><li>Enter BOL's and Packing Slip information into our receiving tracker in our share point portal.</li><li>Assist Quoting Team with creating Product Lists.</li><li>Review all project information for accuracy before passing project onto accounting to invoice projects.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Gurnee, IL
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a motivated Operations Specialist to join our growing team in Gurnee, Illinois. This entry-level position offers a dynamic mix of responsibilities across quoting, logistics, and operations support within a collaborative and evolving environment. As this is a Contract to permanent opportunity, it’s ideal for someone seeking a long-term role in project management and operational excellence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with quoting and receiving teams to review and process multiple project quotes efficiently.<br>• Assist in managing logistics for senior living renovation projects, including coordinating with designers and architects.<br>• Oversee product ordering and tracking, ensuring timely delivery to warehouse partners and other destinations.<br>• Maintain and update online portals for project management and tracking purposes.<br>• Utilize Excel to create and manage pivot tables, spreadsheets, and formulas for operational needs.<br>• Support inventory management and auditing processes to ensure compliance and accuracy.<br>• Contribute to the improvement of internal workflows and software utilization.<br>• Communicate effectively with team members and external partners to ensure seamless project execution.<br>• Provide administrative support for various operations-related tasks, ensuring deadlines are met.
  • 2025-10-16T14:08:42Z

Operations Specialist Job in Gurnee | Robert Half