We are looking for a Materials Planner to support day-to-day purchasing and planning activities for a busy supply chain operation in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can translate demand forecasts into timely procurement actions, monitor inbound product flow, and help maintain reliable inventory availability. The role combines planning, purchasing, and transportation coordination, with a strong focus on supplier follow-up, accurate system updates, and on-time delivery performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Convert forecast and demand information into purchase requests and purchase orders to support material availability and business needs.<br>• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order status, delivery timing, and shipment details while proactively addressing potential delays.<br>• Review incoming product receipts against pricing and order information, then record accurate details in the system.<br>• Track inbound shipments and transportation activity, including over-the-road and container movements, to help ensure smooth product flow.<br>• Monitor supplier performance and delivery commitments to maintain strong on-time fulfillment results.<br>• Update planning and purchasing data in the ERP system to keep inventory, order, and supply information current.<br>• Partner with internal teams on the movement of goods between facilities and support efficient distribution of finished products.<br>• Contribute to daily buying activities by balancing forecast inputs, supply requirements, and operational priorities.
We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to support daily transportation operations for a fast-paced transport organization in Downers Grove, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing customer communication, shipment oversight, and accurate order handling in an onsite environment. The person in this role will help keep freight moving efficiently, resolve service issues quickly, and work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver a reliable customer experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process transportation orders with accuracy across internal platforms and incoming communication channels.<br>• Track shipments from pickup through final delivery and provide customers with timely status updates.<br>• Respond to service disruptions by addressing delays, reroutes, shortages, damage claims, and equipment-related issues.<br>• Coordinate with internal departments such as sales, pricing, accounting, and planning to support smooth shipment execution.<br>• Evaluate routing and capacity options to help meet service expectations and support pricing decisions.<br>• Review billing concerns, investigate invoice variances, and assist with resolution of accessorial charges and approvals.<br>• Maintain complete and accurate shipment records, customer details, and supporting operational documentation.<br>• Support onboarding activities for new customer accounts and confirm service requirements are properly documented.<br>• Build strong working relationships with customers by delivering responsive service and identifying ways to support additional business needs.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support export documentation and operational coordination for international shipments from Elgin, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in global shipping paperwork, carrier communication, and compliance-focused record accuracy. The role will work closely with logistics and procurement partners to help ensure materials and shipments move efficiently across international markets, with a strong emphasis on Latin America and South America.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and organize export documents to support timely and compliant international shipments.<br>• Coordinate directly with ocean freight carriers and other logistics partners to arrange transportation and resolve shipping issues.<br>• Monitor shipment activity for destinations in Latin America, South America, and other international markets, ensuring documentation is complete and accurate.<br>• Support procurement operations by managing purchase order activity and assisting with day-to-day buying processes.<br>• Verify regulatory and customs-related paperwork with a high degree of precision to reduce delays and compliance risks.<br>• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to maintain alignment on shipment schedules, documentation status, and operational priorities.<br>• Use procurement and logistics software comparable to Atlas to track transactions, shipment details, and supporting records.<br>• Contribute to contract and supplier-related administrative activities that support ongoing procurement functions.