Logistics Specialist — Fast-Paced Warehouse Ops & Growth

Kelly Services; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Southaven, MS is seeking a Logistics Specialist to join a leading distribution center. You will monitor warehouse workflows, track inventory movements, and ensure accurate data entry in the warehouse management system to support on-time order fulfillment.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, forklift experience, and 1–3 years in warehouse operations. Familiarity with warehouse management systems and data reporting is preferred; you’ll coordinate with teams to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift experience required.
• 1–3 years in warehouse/logistics preferred.
• Understanding of warehouse operations and inventory workflows.
• Experience with WMS and tracking tools preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor warehouse workflows, including inbound, outbound, and internal movements, to ensure timely execution.
• Track order status, inventory movements, and operational activities using warehouse systems.
• Identify and resolve operational issues such as delays, exceptions, and discrepancies.
• Coordinate with warehouse teams, inventory control, and supervisors to address process gaps and ensure workflow continuity.
• Support investigation and resolution of order, inventory, and system-related issues.
• Update systems with accurate status information and maintain visibility into operational performance.
• Communicate issues, risks, and updates to relevant stakeholders promptly.
• Assist in prioritizing work and balancing workloads across operational areas.
• Support reporting and tracking of key performance metrics and operational data.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse operations

WMS familiarity

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kelly Services in Southaven, MS is seeking a Logistics Specialist to join a leading distribution center. You will monitor warehouse workflows, track inventory movements, and ensure accurate data entry in the warehouse management system to support on-time order fulfillment.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, forklift experience, and 1–3 years in warehouse operations. Familiarity with warehouse management systems and data reporting is preferred; you’ll coordinate with teams to