Logistics Coordinator - 1st Shift - Fort Wayne, IN

Storm-Search-; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Stock Purchase Plans

Job summary

Storm-Search- in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Logistics Coordinator for 1st shift to manage shipping, receiving, storing and order fulfillment of merchandise and materials. You will work with the MRP system to execute distribution signals and ensure timely delivery.

The role requires an associate degree in a related field and at least two years of distribution or logistics experience, with strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in distribution, logistics coordination, or inventory management.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel).

Responsibilities

• Execute daily distribution plan in the MRP system and act on replenishment signals.
• Coordinate material transfers between facilities and warehouses.
• Analyze distribution data to identify planning exceptions and inventory imbalances.
• Support SIOP reviews and KPI discussions with stakeholders.
• Assist in continuous improvements to distribution efficiency and service levels.
• Process internal sales orders between entities within the corporate group.

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Logistics Coordinator - 1st Shift - Fort Wayne, IN

Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Shift: 1st shift, 8am-4:30pm M-F
Pay: $22-$28/hour

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for the physical and administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, distributing and order fulfillment of merchandise, products, materials, parts, supplies and equipment.

Essential Functions

• Execute the daily distribution plan within the company's MRP system, ensuring all system generated replenishment, transfer, and delivery signals are acted upon accurately and on time.
• Coordinate inter facility material movements by creating, scheduling, and monitoring transfers between manufacturing, central distribution centers, and satellite warehouse locations.
• Analyze distribution data and MRP updates to identify planning exceptions, inventory imbalances, workflow disruptions and reverse logistics.
• Collaborate with the SIOP team and key stakeholders to review established supply chain and distribution KPIs, participate in performance discussions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing distribution efficiency, improving service levels, reducing freight costs, and strengthening inventory accuracy.
• Support the Inventory Control Specialist by actioning aged inventory that has exceeded their allowable aging threshold within the warehouses.
• Create and process internal sales orders between entities under the same corporate group.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, Logistics, or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in distribution, logistics coordination, supply chain planning, or inventory management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience working with MRP/ERP systems to manage planning inputs, execute distribution signals, or process material movements.
• Strong knowledge of MS office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires minimal physical activity but does require computer usage for an extended period up to 8 hours.
• This position may require occasional wearing of safety glasses, gloves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes.

Benefits

• Career advancement and growth, continuous training, and mentoring opportunities.
• Comprehensive health plan and financial benefits program including but not limited to: Paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan and Stock Purchase Plans.