Corporate Supply Chain Coordinator / Planner

Company: Kelly Services
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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. Company Description Why Kelly®? At Kelly Services®, we work with the best. Our clients include 95 of the Fortune 100TM companies, and more than 70,000 hiring managers rely on Kelly annually to access the best talent to drive their business forward. If you only make one career connection today, connect with Kelly. About Kelly Services® As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to directly employ nearly 500,000 people around the world and have a role in connecting thousands more with work through our global network of talent suppliers and partners. Revenue in 2017 was $5.4 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law. Company Description Why Kelly®? At Kelly Services®, we work with the best. Our clients include 95 of the Fortune 100TM companies, and more than 70,000 hiring managers rely on Kelly annually to access the best talent to drive their business forward. If you only make one career connection today, connect with Kelly. About Kelly Services® As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to directly employ nearly 500,000 people around the world and have a role in connecting thousands more with work through our global network of talent suppliers and partners. Revenue in 2017 was $5.4 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.

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