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HERFF JONES

Logistics Coordinator

Job Description

Logistics Coordinator Req #953 Arcola, IL 61910, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Monday, August 24, 2026 at 1:00
AM Position Title:
Logistics Coordinator Location:
Arcola, IL Starting Pay for position: $22 an hour
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About Herff Jones:
Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com .
What You'll Be Doing On A Daily Basis:
Develop and maintain strong, productive relationships with third-party logistics providers and other key vendors. Monitor vendor performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement, cost savings, and operational efficiency. Track, analyze, and report logistics and inventory performance metrics, including savings initiatives and process improvements. Manage inventory tracking and reporting to ensure accurate stock levels and visibility across outsourced and third-party facilities Analyze inventory trends and provide recommendations for replenishment, future order quantities, excess inventory reduction, and obsolescence management. Develop business cases and recommendations for logistics, inventory, and process improvement initiatives. Support continuous improvement efforts focused on reducing costs, improving service levels, and increasing operational effectiveness. What You'll Bring to the
Table:
3 to 5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, vendor management, inventory management, or a related field. Experience working with Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers and outsourced logistics operations. Experience managing supplier relationships and driving vendor performance improvements. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Experience with ERP, inventory management, and logistics systems preferred. Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to interpret operational data and identify trends. Strong organizational and project coordination skills. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. Problem-solving and critical-thinking mindset. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. High attention to detail and accuracy. Passion for continuous improvement and process optimization. Education /
Certifications Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Physical Requirements:
Daily activity includes but is not limited to lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting. Reading, communication, math. Working at a computer for extended periods of time. Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Herff Jones. Herff Jones will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. Job Details Job Family JF_Production Job Function Operations Pay Type Hourly Scan this QR code and apply! Download Arcola, IL 61910, USA

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A Logistics Coordinator coordinates processing and distribution of supplies, equipment or materials for a company or organization. Develops order schedules, tracks shipments and deliveries, cultivates relationships with suppliers, monitors supply quality; may supervise warehouse operations and staff.

$65,330 / year median in Illinois

+10% projected growth

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