Client Liaison

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Logistics Insight Corporation (LINC) in Lake Orion, MI, a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, is seeking a logistics coordinator to support GM production with inventory control, sequencing, and material flow operations.

This role on the 2nd shift (2:00 PM–10:00 PM) focuses on liaison between Universal Logistics and GM teams, tracking inventory, resolving shortages, and ensuring on-time deliveries in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field.
• 2–4 years in logistics, material coordination, inventory control, or automotive supply chain.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing and JIT concepts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, WMS, or inventory systems.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong sense of urgency and customer service commitment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between Universal Logistics and GM production teams.
• Monitor material flow to ensure on-time delivery and correct quantity.
• Track inventory levels and investigate shortages.
• Coordinate with production, scheduling, operations, and supply chain teams.
• Communicate material concerns and production risks to stakeholders.
• Support root cause analysis for inventory and delivery issues.
• Prepare inventory reports and material tracking documentation.
• Assist with inventory audits and cycle counts.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and safety procedures.
• Participate in daily production and logistics meetings with updates.
• Build strong working relationships with GM personnel and vendors.

Skills

Inventory control

Analytical thinking

Communication

Excel proficiency

Independent decision-making

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

WMS systems

Inventory management systems

Job description

Logistics Insight Corporation (LINC), a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc., is a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering customized supply chain solutions across North America. Through experienced leadership, innovative technology, and operational excellence, LINC delivers warehousing, transportation, inventory management, sequencing, and value-added logistics services for some of the world's largest manufacturers.

Our operation is based in Lake Orion, MI, supporting General Motors through warehouse, sequencing, inventory management, and material flow operations that are critical to daily production schedules.

Shift Available

2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between Universal Logistics and General Motors production teams.
• Monitor material flow to ensure products are delivered to production on time and in the correct quantity.
• Track inventory levels, investigate shortages, and address material discrepancies.
• Coordinate with production, scheduling, operations, and supply chain teams to support daily manufacturing requirements.
• Communicate material concerns, quality holds, expedited shipments, and production risks to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Support root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts related to inventory, material flow, and delivery issues.
• Prepare and maintain inventory reports, material tracking documentation, and operational updates.
• Assist with inventory audits, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, company policies, and safety procedures.
• Participate in daily production and logistics meetings while providing updates on inventory and material status.
• Build strong working relationships with General Motors personnel, Universal leadership, and supporting vendors.

What We're Looking For

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in logistics, material coordination, inventory control, warehouse operations, or automotive supply chain environments.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing and just-in-time (JIT) material delivery concepts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, and drive solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, WMS, or inventory management systems preferred.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong sense of urgency and commitment to customer service.