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Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Clerk to join our team in Champaign, Illinois. This position involves coordinating and executing logistics activities, including scheduling shipments, tracking inventory, and ensuring the timely movement of goods. As a Contract to permanent opportunity, this role offers the chance to grow within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule and organize inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring compliance with logistics timelines and transportation modes.

• Monitor shipment weights and dimensions, assigning orders to appropriate transportation teams when necessary.

• Coordinate with logistics teams to facilitate stock transfers and outbound customer deliveries.

• Track and oversee the progress of shipments to ensure timely and accurate delivery.

• Assist with urgent shipment requests by organizing expedited transportation solutions.

• Maintain up-to-date shipment and inventory data in logistics and transportation systems.

• Communicate shipment updates, delays, or issues to internal teams and external logistics partners.

• Support intermodal stock transfers and volume shipments to meet operational requirements.

• Handle the scheduling of cylinder returns and other specialized logistics tasks.

• Ensure all logistics activities align with company standards and customer expectations.

The salary range for this position is $20 to $21/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit Robert Half Benefits Website for more information.

Requirements • 1–2 years of experience in logistics, inventory control, or supply chain management.

• Familiarity with logistics systems such as Microsoft Dynamics or other similar platforms.

• Basic knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a focus on detail and accuracy.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under tight deadlines.

• A team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing exceptional customer service.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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