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Kelly Services Corporate Supply Chain Coordinator / Planner in Schaumburg, Illinois
Corporate Supply Chain Coordinator (Contract)
Starts on site fully, if the role goes longer term, can become Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote after training)
Up to $36–$37 per hour
3+ Month Contract | Potential Long-Term Opportunity | Target Start: Mid-April
We are seeking a Corporate Supply Chain Coordinator to support a growing supply chain team during a SAP S/4HANA implementation and provide coverage for a team member currently out on leave. This role will begin as a 3-month contract , with the potential to extend or convert to contract-to-hire depending on business needs.
This position plays an important role in corporate-level supply chain operations , supporting demand planning, inventory management, and supply planning activities across multiple manufacturing plants . The ideal candidate will have experience with materials planning, production scheduling, and finished goods demand forecasting in a manufacturing environment.
The role reports to the Corporate Demand Planning Manager and works closely with internal stakeholders across Demand Planning, Material Planning, Operations, Logistics, Customer Service, Product Management, and Senior Supply Chain Leadership .
Key Responsibilities
Support the Demand Planning Manager in overseeing demand planning activities and maintaining planning systems and databases
Generate demand forecasts for finished goods based on historical data and business needs
Assist with production planning and finite scheduling to support plant-level scheduling activities
Monitor inventory levels, safety stock targets, and finished goods availability to prevent stockouts or overstocking
Track and analyze inventory performance metrics and supply chain KPIs
Conduct inventory analysis , including identifying slow-moving and aged inventory and supporting reduction strategies
Monitor master production schedules and compare production vs. actual results
Support S&OP processes and supply-demand alignment activities
Analyze data to identify opportunities for supply chain improvements and cost efficiencies
Communicate regularly with plant operations and internal stakeholders to proactively address supply chain risks
Assist in executing supply chain improvement initiatives and projects
Ensure data accuracy and integrity within SAP planning tools
Qualifications
Required
2+ years of experience in production planning, material planning, demand planning, or inventory management
Experience working within manufacturing or batch manufacturing environments
Knowledge of finished goods demand planning and supply scheduling
Experience working with SAP ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience supporting multi-site or multi-plant operations
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field
Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools
Understanding of batch manufacturing processes
Knowledge of Bills of Lading (BOL) and production scheduling workflows
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Additional Details
Contract Length: Initial 3 months (with potential extension or contract-to-hire)
Compensation: Up to $36–$37 per hour
Location: Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote after onboarding)
Team Environment: Corporate supply chain team of 16 members supporting multiple manufacturing plants
ERP System: SAP S/4HANA
This is a great opportunity for a supply chain professional with planning experience to gain exposure to corporate-level operations and an SAP S/4HANA implementation while working in a collaborative and fast-moving environment.
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