Logistics planning analyst

$31/hr 12 month contract for a Logistics Analyst role with a leading client in Decatur, IL! APPLY NOW!

Title:

Logistics Analyst 4

Location:

100% onsite in Decatur, IL

Type:
Contract

Length: 12 months – possibility to extend

Screenings:
No tech, full panel drug and background once hired

IV process: 1 or 2 rounds

+ Optional benefits, long‑term contract with ability to extend or convert to full time

• Education & Experience Required
  : 8–10+ years experience, HS diploma/GED (min)
• Experience in logistics, material handling, inventory control, or supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of inventory accuracy, material audits, and Root Cause & Corrective Action methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, interpret reports, and communicate findings effectively.
• Experience leading or coordinating work for a team in a shop or logistics environment.
• Log Net experience.
• Root cause corrective action experience.
• Build‑in quality mindset.

The main function of a logistics planning analyst is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to the production schedule. A typical planning analyst is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work, and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc.

• Review and approve documents, materials, and products, and monitor work processes to assess completeness, accuracy and conformance to standards and specifications.
• Review and approve documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities.
• Confer with department supervisors and other personnel to assess progress and discuss needed changes.
• Revise production schedule when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages or other interruptions.
• Distribute production schedules and work orders to departments.
• Confer with establishment personnel, vendors and customers to coordinate production and shipping activities and resolve complaints or eliminate delays.

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor and materials.
• Strong ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production.
• Previous experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

The Logistics Inventory Record Accuracy (IRA) Liaison is accountable for sustaining high inventory accuracy across client material handling and production support processes. This role serves as the site subject‑matter liaison for inventory discrepancies, leading Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) for hot part requests, mis‑picks, and audit failures. The position manages a team of six employees, prioritizes daily execution, tracks IRA performance metrics, and partners with Operations, Planning, and Point of Use (POU) teams to protect production flow and customer commitments.

• Inventory Record Accuracy & Control
• Ensure accurate inventory records across all Material Tracking Systems (MTS), storage locations, kitting areas, supermarkets, and POU.
• Maintain alignment between MTS inventory and MRP inventory, identifying gaps and driving corrective actions.
• Support and lead inventory audits, including 750 audits, cycle counts, and targeted accuracy validations.
• Ensure adherence to established client material control processes and standard work.
• Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA):
  Lead RCCA investigations for hot parts requests, identifying systemic drivers impacting production.
• Perform RCCA for mis‑picks identified in Verify, ensuring corrective actions prevent recurrence.
• Perform RCCA for mis‑picks identified in Operations and at Point of Use (POU).
• Track and drive corrective actions to closure, validating effectiveness and sustainability.
• Report…