Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Crestfield Talent
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • $56,000–$73,000 Per Year
  • Instant Apply
3 days ago

Job Description

Crestfield Talent's proposed Supply Chain Planning Specialist position focuses on coordinating supply chain activities, monitoring inventory requirements, and supporting efficient purchasing, distribution, and operational planning.

This hybrid position is ideal for individuals who enjoy analyzing information, organizing supply chain processes, solving logistical challenges, and collaborating with different departments.

The successful candidate would work closely with supply chain managers, procurement teams, inventory specialists, and logistics departments to coordinate planning activities, monitor supply requirements, and support operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily supply chain planning and operational activities

  • Monitor inventory levels and identify replenishment requirements

  • Assist with demand forecasting and supply planning

  • Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and warehouse departments

  • Track supplier delivery schedules and material availability

  • Maintain accurate supply chain records and planning documentation

  • Monitor inventory movement and distribution requirements

  • Identify potential supply chain disruptions and recommend solutions

  • Support purchasing and procurement planning activities

  • Analyze inventory trends and operational performance

  • Coordinate with suppliers regarding product availability and delivery timelines

  • Assist with improving supply chain processes and operational efficiency

  • Prepare supply chain reports and planning updates

  • Monitor order fulfillment and inventory replenishment schedules

  • Support resource planning and supply chain optimization initiatives

Qualifications

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to manage multiple planning priorities and deadlines

  • Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and business management software

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

  • Strong interpersonal and coordination skills

  • Familiarity with inventory management systems or ERP software is beneficial

  • Previous experience in supply chain, logistics, procurement, inventory management, or related fields is preferred but not required

Preferred Skills

Supply Chain Planning • Demand Forecasting • Inventory Management • Supply Planning • Procurement Coordination • Logistics Operations • Inventory Forecasting • Supplier Management • ERP Software • Microsoft Excel • Supply Chain Analytics • Distribution Planning • Process Improvement • Operational Reporting • Problem Solving • Time Management • Team Collaboration

Position Highlights

  • Proposed hybrid work arrangement

  • Full-time employment

  • Supply chain planning and inventory coordination responsibilities

  • Collaborative professional environment

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

  • Exposure to procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations

  • Transferable skills across multiple business industries

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, Illinois
Salary$56,000–$73,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Demand Forecasting/Planningunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Distribution Operationsunmatched
  • Documentation Planunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Inventory Levelsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Inventory Planningunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Operational Improvementunmatched
  • Operational Strategyunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Operations Planningunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Procurement Managementunmatched
  • Procurement Planningunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Supply Chainunmatched
  • Supply Chain Managementunmatched
  • Supply Chain Operationsunmatched
  • Supply Chain Optimizationunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Trend Analysisunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Planningunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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