logistics planning analyst

$31/hr 12 month contract for a Logistics Analyst role with a leading client in Decatur, IL! APPLY NOW!

Title: Logistics Analyst 4

Location: 100% onsite in Decatur, IL

Type: Contract

Hours: 8-5 M-F (40 hour work week)

Pay: $31/hr w2- exact rate no flex

Length: 12 months- possibility to extend

Screenings: no tech, full panel drug and background once hired

IV process: 1 or 2 rounds

optional benefits, long term contract with ability to extend or convert to full time

MUST HAVES:

• Education & Experience Required:Years of experience: 8-10 years HS diploma/GED (min)
• Experience in logistics, material handling, inventory control, or supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of inventory accuracy, material audits, and RCCA methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, interpret reports, and communicate findings effectively.
• Experience leading or coordinating work for a team in a shop or logistics environment.
• Computer Literate; MS proficiency – Excel, Power BI
• Lognet
• Root cause corrective action
• Build in quality

Summary:

The main function of a logistics planning analyst is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule. A typical planning analyst is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review and approve documents, materials and products, and monitor work processes in order to assess completeness, accuracy and conformation to standards and specifications.

• Review and approve documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities.

• Confer with department supervisors and other personnel to assess progress and discuss needed changes.

• Revise production schedule, when required, due to design changes, labor or material shortages or other interruptions.

• Distribute production schedules and work orders to departments.

• Confer with establishment personnel, vendors and customers to coordinate production and shipping activities and resolve complaints or eliminate delays.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem solving and interpersonal skills.

• Strong ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor and materials.

• Strong ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.

• Strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production.

• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Position’s Contributions to Work Group:

The Logistics Inventory Record Accuracy (IRA) Liaison is accountable for sustaining high inventory accuracy across client material handling and production support processes. This role serves as the site subject?matter liaison for inventory discrepancies, leading Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) for hot part requests, mis-picks, and audit failures. The position manages a team of six employees, prioritizes daily execution, tracks IRA performance metrics, and partners with Operations, Planning, and Point of Use (POU) teams to protect production flow and customer commitments.

• Typical task breakdown:
• Inventory Record Accuracy & Contro
• lEnsure accurate inventory records across all Material Tracking Systems (MTS), storage locations, kitting areas, supermarkets, and POU.
• Maintain alignment between MTS inventory and MRP inventory, identifying gaps and driving corrective actions.
• Support and lead inventory audits including 750 audits, cycle counts, and targeted accuracy validations.
• Ensure adherence to established client material control processes and standard work.
• Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA)Lead RCCA investigations for hot parts requests, identifying systemic drivers impacting production.
• Perform RCCA for mis-picks identified in Verify, ensuring corrective actions prevent recurrence.
• Perform RCCA for mis-picks identified in Operations and at Point of Use (POU).
• Track and drive corrective actions to closure, validating effectiveness and sustainability.
• Reporting, Systems & Audit TrailsExecute and analyze reports to identify discrepancies between MTS and MRP inventory records.
• Run and review audit trail reports from:
• RFID Tracker
• Barcode Tracking System
• LogNet
• Provide accurate data, trend analysis, and status updates to logistics leadership and cross?functional partners.
• Metrics & Performance Management
• Track and trend key performance indicators including:
• Inventory Record Accuracy (IRA %)
• Results from 750 audits
• Recurring mis-pick and discrepancy drivers
• Use data to identify improvement opportunities and support Continuous Improvement (CI) initiativesS
• Leadership & Daily Execution
• Lead and oversee six logistics team members, providing daily direction and work prioritization.
• Balance workloads based on production needs, hot part requests, audit findings, and operational priorities.
• Coach team members on standard work, material accuracy expectations, and problem-solving discipline.
• Support compliance with safety, quality, and client Values in Action.
• Cross?Functional Partnership
• Act as the logistics focal point for inventory accuracy with Operations, Scheduling, Planning, and Quality teams.
• Support problem-solving activities that protect throughput, reduce material shortages, and prevent line disruptions.

• Interaction with team: collaborative
• Team Structure12 members

• Work environment:Warehouse; safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, (candidate will need to provide steel shoes)