Graduate Logistics Associate

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Healthcare

Paid time off

Job summary

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited are partnered with a globally recognised manufacturing company in Akron, Ohio, to recruit a Graduate Logistics Associate. You will gain hands-on experience in inbound transportation, supplier coordination and supply chain operations, with clear progression to management.

You will coordinate inbound shipments, liaise with suppliers and carriers, monitor delivery schedules and help ensure materials arrive on time to support business operations.

Qualifications

• Graduate or junior with exposure to logistics, transportation, or business administration.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and develop in supply chain roles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound shipments and monitor delivery schedules
• Liaise with suppliers, carriers, and internal departments to ensure timely deliveries
• Track shipments, investigate delays, and resolve transportation issues

Skills

Logistics experience

Transportation

Business administration

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in logistics / supply chain / business administration

Job description

Salary: USD24 - USD26 per hour + Bonus + 401(k) + Healthcare + PTO

Graduate Logistics Associate

$24 p/h - $26 p/h + 401(k) + Employee paid benefits! + Progression + Industry leading training + PTO

Akron, Ohio (Commutable from: Cleveland, Brecksville, Parma, Canton, Medina, Kent)

Are you looking to start a career in logistics with a globally recognised manufacturing company, where you can develop your skills in inbound transportation, supplier coordination, and supply chain operations with future advancement to management?

On offer is the opportunity for hands-on training, exposure to a fast-paced supply chain environment, and opportunities for long-term career progression.

This company specialises in the manufacturing and distribution of high-quality products, supporting customers across a global market. Due to ongoing operational requirements, they are looking to strengthen their logistics team

In this role, you will coordinate inbound shipments, communicate with suppliers and transportation providers, monitor delivery schedules, and help ensure materials arrive on time to support business operations.

This role would suit a Graduate with internship or degree related exposure to logistics, transportation, supply chain administration, looking to develop their career within an established international organization.

The Role:

• Coordinate inbound shipments and monitor delivery schedules
• Liaise with suppliers, carriers, and internal departments to ensure timely deliveries
• Track shipments, investigate delays, and resolve transportation issues

The Person:

• Graduate or Junior experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, or business administration
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail