Assistant Vendor Relations and Logistics Manager
Location: Dubuque, IA
Schedule: Full-Time, 1st Shift
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 5:00 AM – 3:20 PM
Overtime: Friday mornings, 5:00 AM – 11:00 AM (as needed)
Direct Hire
Position Summary
We are seeking a dependable and organized Assistant Vendor Relations and Logistics Manager to support daily operations within a manufacturing team. This role is responsible for coordinating vendor communications, issuing purchase orders, and scheduling deliveries while also assisting with hands-on material movement on the production floor.
This position works closely with management to ensure materials are available, deliveries are scheduled, and operations run smoothly. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing office responsibilities with physical work in a fast-paced environment. This is a direct hire opportunity, meaning the right fit candidate will go directly onto the hiring company’s payroll and be eligible for their robust benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and issue purchase orders to vendors
- Monitor incoming and outgoing parts on the production floor
- Schedule shipments to vendors and coordinate delivery logistics
- Help schedule company truck deliveries and pickups
- Communicate with vendors and internal team members via phone and email
- Assist with moving materials and operating equipment as needed
- Maintain accurate records of shipments, orders, and inventory
- Support daily operations to keep production running efficiently
Qualifications
- Previous experience in shipping, receiving, logistics, purchasing, or manufacturing operations preferred
- Associates or Bachelor degree in Supply Chain (preferred)
- Forklift experience (preferred)
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work independently in a small team environment
- Comfortable working both in an office setting and on the production floor
- Basic computer skills (email, data entry, order tracking)
A P P L Y T O D A Y
If you’re ready to step into a position where your work directly keeps production moving, apply now and join a team that depends on you and send a copy of your resume to Amanda:
or
text: 563-556-9119