Logistics Planning Analyst

About BCforward BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers’ needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. BCforward’s headquarters are in Indianapolis, Indiana and also operates delivery centers in 17 locations in North America as well as Hyderabad, India and Puerto Rico. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm headquartered in Indiana.

With 14+ years of uninterrupted growth, the addition of two brands (Stafforward and PMforward) and a team of more than 1400 resources our teams deliver services for multiple industries from both public and private sectors. BCforward’s team of dedicated staffing professionals has placed thousands of talented people over the past decade, with retention rates that are consistently higher than the industry average.

Job Title: Logistics Planning Analyst

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Morton IL 61550

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities.

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.

• Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
• Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• This analyst will collect data, validate packaging and populate the Manufacturing Enterprise Packaging System (MEPS).
• MEPS Data Entry Analyst – The role of this position is that of a packaging data entry analyst.
• The job requires the ability to efficiently interpret and enter large amounts of data into the MEPS. The position will involve physical data collection (measuring parts), which could involve long hours in the warehouse on foot.
• Typical Day:
  Analyst will be expected to work a standard 1st shift schedule (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM). Daily work will be dictated by inbound part activity for new clients to the Node operation. When necessary the analyst will collect part data and work with the Packaging Engineer to determine appropriate packaging.

• Technical Skills Required
  • 2 year degree
  • Two years relevant experience with logistics or supply chain.
  • Systems/database management experience (internship experience included).
  • General typing proficiency (minimum of 30 words per minute).
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office; experience using VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and formulas.
  • Experience creating PowerPoint presentations.
• Education/Experience
  • Associate's Degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Two years relevant experience with logistics or supply chain.

Must be able to pass a background and drug screen