Logistics Specialist

ManpowerGroup; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Logistics Specialist in Bolingbrook, IL to support freight management and customer service. The role requires entering loads, monitoring pick-ups, and coordinating with account managers to prevent delays.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in logistics, knowledge of the transportation industry, and strong written communication skills. Eligible for company benefits after the waiting period.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of logistics experience.
• General knowledge of the transportation industry.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred but not mandatory).
• Experience writing routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to understand and apply instructions in written, verbal, or diagram form.

Responsibilities

• Maintain customer profile information and enter loads from customer tenders into the Freight Optimizer system.
• Update account managers on problem loads and actions taken; inform receivers and customers on load status.
• Monitor daily pick-ups and deliveries to ensure timely and condition-compliant arrivals.
• Take check calls from drivers, ensuring loads will deliver on time; validate all load data prior to marking loads delivered for accounting.
• Investigate product overages, shortages, damages, and complete appropriate documentation.

Skills

Logistics experience

Transportation industry knowledge

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Freight Optimizer

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the logistics and transportation industry, is seeking a Logistics Specialist to join their team. As a Logistics Specialist, you will be an integral part of the operations team supporting efficient freight management and customer service. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and a commitment to excellence, which will align successfully within the organization.

Job Title: Logistics Specialist

Location: Bolingbrook, IL

Pay Rate: $19

Shift: Sunday and Wednesday off, 7am-3:30pm

What's the Job?

• Maintain customer profile information and enter loads from customer tenders into the Freight Optimizer system

• Update account managers on problem loads and actions taken; inform receivers and customers on load status

• Monitor daily pick-ups and deliveries to ensure timely and condition-compliant arrivals

• Take check calls from drivers, ensuring loads will deliver on time; validate all load data prior to marking loads delivered for accounting

• Investigate product overages, shortages, damages, and complete appropriate documentation

What's Needed?

• At least 1 year of logistics experience

• General knowledge of the transportation industry

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred but not mandatory)

• Experience writing routine reports and correspondence

• Ability to understand and apply instructions in written, verbal, or diagram form

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment

• Engage in meaningful logistics operations that impact daily business functions

• Develop your skills within a growing industry

• Be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation

• Potential for career growth and professional development

Upon completion of waiting period, associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k)

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