Logistics Planning Specialist

Logistics Planning Specialist

$24 p/h - $26 p/h + 401(k) + Employee paid benefits! + Progression + Industry leading training + PTO
Akron, Ohio (Commutable from: Cleveland, Brecksville, Parma, Canton, Medina, Kent)

Are you looking to build a career in supply chain with a globally recognised manufacturer, where you can influence financial performance, drive cost savings, and progress into management?

On offer is the opportunity to join a newly developing logistics team, take ownership of cost planning and expenditure, and make a tangible impact on business performance, with training, excellent company benefits, and the potential to progress into a supervisory role.

This company specialises in the manufacturing and distribution of high-quality products across international markets. They are looking to strengthen their team to support budgeting, expenditure monitoring, and financial performance across the supply chain.

In this role, you will monitor logistics expenditure, analyse costs against budgets, review invoices, and support the management of third-party logistics (3PL) contracts.

This role would suit someone with a degree in business, finance, accounting, supply chain, or a related field, alongside some experience in logistics and an understanding of 3PL contracts. You will be detail-oriented, confident working with Excel, and keen to develop your skills in logistics cost management within an established international business.

The Role:

• Monitor logistics expenditure, budgets, and cost performance
• Review invoices, track expenses, and ensure timely payments
• Analyse costs and identify opportunities for savings
• Support the management and review of 3PL contracts and pricing

The Person:

• Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Some experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation
• General understanding of logistics operations and 3PL contracts
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a desire to progress into management

Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.