Logistics Data Entry/Customer Service Rep

Kelly; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Transit benefits

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly is hiring a Logistics Data Entry Associate in Blue Island, IL. This hands-on role supports operations in a transloading/logistics setting, outdoors in various weather.

You will enter orders and shipment details, coordinate with carriers, track progress, and prepare shipping docs. Strong Excel and MS 365 skills, plus clear customer communication, are essential for success.

This is a temp-to-hire opening with steady daytime hours and a commitment to safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate data entry and recordkeeping.
• Excellent, professional communication skills with customers and operational teams.
• Experience in the lumber/building materials industry or inventory-related processes.
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Logistics, warehousing, or transportation experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Enter and maintain customer orders and shipment information accurately.
• Coordinate with carriers, drivers, and internal teams to schedule and fulfill orders.
• Track shipments, maintain detailed records, and resolve discrepancies.
• Communicate professionally with customers, drivers, and partners by phone and email.
• Prepare and verify shipping documentation.
• Perform general office duties as required.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Customer communication

Inventory processes

WMS/TMS familiarity

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft 365

WMS

TMS

Job description

Kelly Services is Hiring: Logistics Data Entry/Customer Service Representative!

Job Title: Logistics Data Entry Associate

Location: Blue Island, IL

Type: Temp-to-Hire

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Pay: $25-$30/hr

Overview

Step into a pivotal role with a leading transloading/logistics company specializing in the lumber and building materials industry! We're seeking a Logistics Data Entry Associate who enjoys a hands-on, dynamic role outside of a traditional office setting. Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather, checking truck inventories, supporting operations, and handling critical data and customer communications with accuracy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately enter and maintain customer orders and shipment information
• Coordinate with carriers, drivers, and internal teams to schedule and fulfill orders
• Track shipments, maintain detailed records, and resolve discrepancies
• Communicate professionally with customers, drivers, and partners via phone and email
• Prepare and verify all necessary shipping documentation
• Perform general office duties as required

Must-Have Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Strong attention to detail for accurate data entry and recordkeeping
• Excellent, professional communication skills with customers and operational teams
• Experience in the lumber/building materials industry or inventory-related processes
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), or similar business systems
• Logistics, warehousing, or transportation experience
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Desired Traits

• Reliable, detail-focused, and highly organized
• Self-motivated, able to work independently or as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and outdoor environment
• Positive attitude, proactive in asking questions, mature, and respectful
• High emotional intelligence and patience with customers
• Professionally poised under pressure

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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