Position Title:Logistics Coordinator III
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:Experience in a customer-facing role.
Logistics experience, such as supply, warehousing, and delivery.
Experience with inventory management.
Experience with order fulfillment.
Experience with inventory and work order management software.
Job Description:
Logistics and Support Services at Iowa State University is seeking applications for a Logistics Coordinator III within the Central Stores operation. Central Stores serves as the main supply warehouse for Iowa State University. Items managed by Central Stores include maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies, janitorial supplies, paper supplies, personal protective equipment (PPE), and tools.
This role supports seamless operations in sales, customer service, logistics, and inventory management. The successful candidate will have knowledge regarding building maintenance and repair supplies (i.e. plumbing, electrical, HVAC, janitorial). Duties include sales, inventory control, stock put-away, order fulfillment, and customer service. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are a must. Other responsibilities include safely operating forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and university delivery vehicles. This person will work in a warehouse setting and perform occasional receiving and delivery duties.
What makes this job truly unique and enjoyable is the variety and creativity involved in helping customers. Customers often come back because they know we can assist them with their projects, and you can find satisfaction in knowing you’ve helped them find what they need. Our warehouse is a treasure trove of items, and we take pride in being a one-stop shop that can save others money. These interactions with customers can make the job both enjoyable and rewarding.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Example of Duties:
+ Receives, stores, and delivers goods and services
+ Coordinates logistical operations including inventory management, warehousing, and transportation
+ Communicates with faculty and staff on a regular basis regarding product and service availability, orders, requests, and deadlines
+ Maintains and operates inventory management, order fulfillment and delivery tracking systems
+ Maintains accurate and appropriate inventory records across all categories, eliminating errors
+ Assists management team regarding operational strategies
+ Track outstanding purchase orders and deliveries
+ Reconciles discrepancies
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Level Guidelines
– Senior-level position applies advanced and specialized expertise and competencies
– Typically receives general supervision with high level guidance on the most complex assignments
– Completes assignments which are moderately difficult or difficult
– Resolves issues, including atypical issues, and makes recommendations
– May lead projects of limited scope
– Functions as “go to.” Responds to inquiries and requests from others inside and outside work area
– May act as a lead, assigning tasks and providing guidance to lower level workers
– May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team
– Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS806
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans- Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)- Life insurance and long-term disability- Flexible Spending Accounts- Various voluntary benefits and discounts- Employee Assistance Program- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: January 22, 2025
Posting Close Date:January 29, 2025
Job Requisition Number:R16245
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive?land-grant?mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
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If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
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