Inventory Coordinator

Job Description This position plays a key role in connecting Engineering, Procurement, Logistics, Suppliers, and Operations teams to proactively manage material readiness, resolve shortages, and mitigate supply chain risks. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, solving complex supply chain challenges, and driving successful program execution.

Key Responsibilities

- Track and manage material requirements for prototype and pilot builds.
- Monitor critical material orders and proactively resolve supply constraints, supplier delays, and shortages.
- Create, maintain, and distribute inventory and material status reports for stakeholders.
- Communicate material risks, supplier commitments, and schedule impacts to cross-functional teams and leadership.
- Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure materials are available to support build schedules and project milestones.
- Escalate critical supply chain issues and support mitigation and recovery plans.
- Provide supply chain updates and risk assessments during cross-functional program reviews.
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting, material visibility, and overall supply chain execution.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) and development programs through effective material planning and coordination.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

- High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Materials Management, Manufacturing, Logistics, Engineering Support, Operations, or a related field; OR
- Associate's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field with 0-2 years of relevant experience; OR
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.

Required Skills

- Material Planning & Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Risk Management
- Issue Escalation and Resolution
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Stakeholder Management
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Mossville, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $22.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mossville,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.