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Join our team as a Logistics Technician and help keep our lab moving! You'll handle shipments, support lab operations, manage inventory, and play a key part in maintaining a safe, efficient, and well‑organized facility.

About the Role

The Logistics Technician supports our daily logistics, inventory, and facility operations within a dynamic laboratory and office environment. This role ensures timely shipping and receiving, accurate inventory control, and safe, compliant handling of analytical samples and chemicals. You’ll partner closely with internal teams and external vendors to maintain organized storage systems, uphold ISO and GLP standards, and contribute to the overall functionality of our building systems. If you’re detail‑oriented, service‑minded, and enjoy varied, hands‑on work, this is a great opportunity to grow and make an impact.

What You’ll Do

Logistics & Material Handling

• Receive, inspect, document, and store all incoming shipments
• Prepare and ship outgoing products and materials, ensuring proper labeling, packaging, and documentation
• Maintain organized storage areas and accurate inventory records
• Track product movement and maintain chain-of-custody documentation per ISO requirements
• Update logistics dashboards to reflect real‑time inventory and project status

Facilities Support

• Support day‑to‑day laboratory operations, including equipment monitoring and movement/disposal of test units
• Assist with workspace setups, reconfigurations, and event support

Vendor & Supply Coordination

• Schedule and coordinate deliveries and pick-ups with vendors and contractors
• Monitor supply levels and assist with restocking laboratory and building materials
• Report vendor performance issues to management

Analytical Sample Handling

• Receive, inspect, document, and store analytical samples
• Maintain sample traceability and support contamination-prevention
• Check and document acceptance criteria (e.g., temperature, pH, turbidity)
• Safely dispose of expired analytical samples

Safety & Compliance

• Follow OSHA, company safety procedures, ISO, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) guidelines
• Participate in emergency preparedness drills and support building security
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and hazard‑free across the facility and lab spaces

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or higher preferred
• At least one year of chemistry coursework with lab experience
• 1–3 years of experience in logistics, shipping/receiving, or facility operations
• Familiarity with project management tools and the ability to maintain accurate logistics records
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs and operate material handling equipment (dollies, pallet jacks), with or without reasonable accommodation

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A mission-driven environment that supports scientific and operational excellence
• Hands‑on work with real impact across laboratory and facility operations
• Opportunities to grow your skills in logistics, laboratory support, and compliance
• A collaborative team that values organization, safety, and proactive problem-solving

Reporting into the EVP/COO Enesco, the Director of Logistics will lead and optimize operations by focusing on managing inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness while maintaining high service levels. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with brokerage services, contract negotiation, customs processes, and distribution center interactions.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and optimize the flow of goods from suppliers to distribution centers and from distribution centers to retail locations.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of products, minimizing delays and disruptions.
• Leverage brokerage services to facilitate efficient transportation solutions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate service providers based on performance metrics.
• Negotiate contracts and freight rates with carriers and service providers.
• Monitor market trends to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and manage customs documentation.
• Collaborate with customs brokers to facilitate smooth cross-border shipments.
• Coordinate with distribution centers to ensure alignment with logistics strategies.
• Implement best practices for inventory management and order fulfillment.
• Oversee the order management process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to forecast demand and manage inventory levels.
• Establish and maintain transloading and cross-docking initiatives to enhance logistics efficiency.
• Analyze and report on project performance, make adjustments as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in logistics management within a retail/wholesale environment.
• Proven expertise in inbound and outbound logistics, brokerage services, and customs processes.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of managing freight rates and contracts.
• Experience with order management systems and processes.
• Familiarity with transloading and cross-docking projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ad Populum Offers:

• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing company
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

The salary on offer for this hybrid position will be $150,000.00 per year.

Ad Populum LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

ABOUT AD POPULUM: Ad Populum aligns corporate strategy and fosters growth across its diverse portfolio of legendary brands, including: NECA, the industry leader in pop culture action figures and collectibles, Rubies, the #1 costumes company in the world, Enesco, known for Department 56, a top purveyor of holiday décor, Kidrobot, a globally recognized, premier creator of limited edition art toys, plush and lifestyle accessories, WizKids, a top producer of miniatures and award winning table top games worldwide, JEI, the creators of American icons such as the Chia Pet and Clapper, ExKaliber, an esteemed collective of Amazon brands that ranks among the top 150 Amazon sellers globally, Graceland, Rock n Roll’s top destination and #1 music attraction in the world, Smiffys, a leading global innovator in fancy dress, Halloween and Carnival manufacturing since 1894, and Party City, the global leader in the celebrations industry helping tens of millions of people create unforgettable memories.

Comprised of three wholly-owned business subsidiaries, Enesco is a global leader in the gift, home décor, collectible and accessory industries. Well-known for its Enesco Gift and Department 56 operating businesses, Enesco specializes in designing, manufacturing, marketing, and distributing high-quality contemporary gifts, home accessories, and collectibles to celebrate every occasion and recipient. Enesco Gift and Department 56 customers include large department store chains, mass market channels, online third-party e-tailers, end-consumers, home décor boutiques, and specialty card and gift retailers in over 50 countries. Working with its own sales teams and global distributors, Enesco serves markets in the United States, Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Australia.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lead Postal Affairs & Logistics role is responsible for leading the postal team in developing,

implementing, and managing the company’s postal processes to optimize efficiency, reduce postage and handling costs, and establish a competitive mail service operation for all company sites and its clients. This role will stay abreast of the latest technology and postal changes and become the in-house subject matter expert in this area. This individual will promote continuous improvement while working alongside team members, increasing the company’s expertise in postal affairs. This role will also oversee procurement functions developing vendor relationships securing competitive pricing for both production and postal needs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

POSTAL

• Research and propose cost-effective postal process improvement projects and postal saving

campaigns.

• Collaborate with department members to identify and implement process improvements and propose postal cost saving measures for internal and external clients

• Serve as the subject matter expert for UPS, FedEx, and USPS systems, postal processing software,

presorting, and foreign mail workflow.

• Lead department in integration of internal management information systems relating to

inventory and postal functions

• Act as subject matter expert on postal regulations and accountable for documenting and educating all affected departments

• Serve as main point of contact when negotiating service agreements / best pricing with vendors

and make recommendations to management

• Oversee postal promotions ensuring successful implementation and maintaining project plan

for each

• Train internal teams on postal processes and compliance, ensuring maximum efficiency and cost

savings.

• Oversee collection of postal metrics and mailing analyses

• Mentor and act as backup for all team functions

• Perform other duties as assigned

PROCUREMENT

• Oversee identification of prospective suppliers, negotiation of favorable pricing and

contract terms and creation supplier performance metrics and reporting.

• Oversee submission and management of orders with external suppliers, establishing reorder point and reorder quantity guidelines.

• Collaborate with team members and oversee communication and timeliness of order process

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Minimum Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• 5-7 years of related postal or procurement field experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products and experience with mail processing

software.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Excellent organizational, presentation, and communication skills, as well as attention to

detail.

• High integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Required to perform basic functions typically employed in an office setting.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office Setting: Standard, climate-controlled office environment.

• Production Facility: Moderate noise level in shipping and production areas.

Who We Are

The International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA) is a trade association dedicated to supporting warehouse logistics providers across North America. We are elevating our educational portfolio, modernizing our LMS and digital learning infrastructure, and building meaningful learning experiences that help members grow. Our team values collaboration, service, clarity, and continuous improvement.

Who We Seek

We are looking for an LMS & Curriculum Development Manager who is passionate about adult learning, digital learning systems, and creating high‑quality educational experiences for industry professionals. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organizing complex content, working with subject matter experts, and building structured, scalable learning pathways. If you are service‑oriented, detail‑driven, and energized by supporting members and events, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• Manage and optimize IWLA’s Learning Management System (LMS).
• Develop and maintain curriculum frameworks, learning pathways, and certificate programs.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to source, review, and improve learning content.
• Lead the development of IWLA’s Essentials Certificate Program.
• Support educational programming for IWLA’s Annual Convention and live events.
• Assist in session planning, presenter support, and ensuring a positive member experience.
• Analyze LMS data to evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Create structure, organize content, and uphold quality standards across all learning products.
• Stay current on adult learning practices, adult learning theory, and association education trends.

What You Will Need

• 3–5+ years of experience in adult learning, L&D, LMS administration, or digital learning operations.
• Hands-on experience managing or configuring an LMS (any platform).
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and professional learning design.
• Experience collaborating with SMEs, speakers, or industry contributors.
• Excellent communication, organization, and judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with consistency.
• A service‑focused, team‑oriented approach to work.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, L&D, or related field preferred.
• Willingness to attend IWLA events and support onsite learning experiences.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• An engaging role shaping IWLA’s growing digital learning ecosystem.
• Opportunities to build and refine curriculum, certificates, and learning pathways.
• A collaborative, mission-driven team with support from IWLA leadership.
• Exposure to LMS platforms, adult learning strategy, SME relationships, and association education.
• No-cost health benefits, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• 401(k) matching and financial education resources.
• 22 Work From Home Days.
• Professional development support and opportunities for advancement.

Job Type & Compensation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,000 - $90,000

Expected Hours: 40 per week

Location: Schaumburg, IL (On-Site)

Travel: Up to 20% annually (Annual Convention + education events)

Benefits:

• 401(k) 6% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Non-profit accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Schaumburg, IL 60173

• In person (Required)

Job description

About the Company

COSCO SHIPPING LINES (North America) Inc. is seeking a Senior Account Executive to join their Global Sales Division for Chicago area. This position would also have some responsibility for some clients in the North Central Region.

About the Role

The Senior Account Executive is responsible for growing and retaining a diverse portfolio of ocean and logistics accounts for COSCO Shipping. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled at connecting with customers and effectively communicating the value of COSCO services. Regional travel is required.

General Functions and Key Activities:

• Conduct frequent in-person and online meetings with existing and prospective accounts in Cleveland OH, Omaha NE and local IL resulting in increased volume and revenue.
• Responsible for meeting assigned volume and revenue budgets for ocean and logistics business.
• Aggressively prospect and pursue new business, cultivate relationships with accounts and conduct effective sales presentations to obtain invitations to bid and secure new ocean and logistics business.
• Collaborate closely with the Trade department and other divisions to deliver customer satisfaction and problem resolution.
• Report territory sales activities timely using the company’s CRM, complete a variety of weekly and ad hoc sales reports.
• Represent COSCO as a prominent ocean and logistics provider utilizing an industry events and approved customer entertainment.
• This position is export oriented and will be Chicago office based.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive health coverage – including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – for health care and dependent care expenses
• Commuter benefits – to help cover mass transit and parking expenses
• 401(k) retirement plan – with a 100% company match up to 6%
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Annual Discretionary Bonus - based on individual and company performance
• Company-paid life insurance – with the option to purchase additional coverage
• Fully covered short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free, confidential support for personal and work-related challenges

JOB SUMMARY

Navia is where people, technology, and data combine. We are a fully integrated freight and logistics company delivering empowered outcomes across all aspects of the supply chain, including sea freight, air freight, customs clearance, and third-party logistics/e-commerce.

Our Values: Since 2003, we’ve been defined by driving innovation, delivering transparency, leading with high-performance outcomes, and empowering partnerships.

Innovation - Since Navia began, we’ve been an early adopter of technology, and we’ve pushed the boundaries of that technology to drive even greater efficiency. By helping our clients transform their businesses, we’re also transforming our industry for the better.

Transparency - We’ve always believed that greater clarity delivers greater outcomes. That’s why Navia was founded on accountability, integrity, and loyalty. Our services and systems provide full visibility for clients, and our culture is one of total transparency.

Performance - Only people with years of on-the-ground experience can create freight-forwarding solutions that move the industry ahead. We have the leading people, processes, and high-performance technology in place to deliver consistently superior results.

Partnerships - Partnerships are at the heart of Navia. We’re a trusted team with an embedded collective spirit of going beyond the expected. By making the complex simple, we empower our clients to reach heights. With agility, efficiency, and experience, our purpose is simply this: to deliver value.

At Navia, we take pride in offering a truly end-to-end supply chain solution—one that delivers consistent performance across the entire process, not just in select areas. As a growing business, we are focused on strengthening our footprint in North America and expanding our market presence. To support this growth, we are seeking a dedicated Customs Entry Specialist to join our team.

The Customs Entry Specialist will play a key role in ensuring the smooth clearance of goods through customs. Responsibilities include analyzing shipment documents to extract the data required for customs entry, entering that data into the system, and obtaining the necessary clearances. The role also involves communicating clearance status with forwarding partners, coordinating with PGAs and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP), and responding to any requests. Additionally, the Customs Entry Specialist will help ensure goods are delivered on time and coordinate payment processes when Navia is not acting as the forwarder.

Reports to: Customs Entry Supervisor

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational

• File ISFs timely upon receipt.
• Monitor workflow to ensure shipments are being cleared timely.
• Review documents to ensure all information required for customs clearance has been provided.
• Communicate with clients to collect the required information.
• Provide CBP and other PGAs documents when requested.
• Communicate Customs release with clients/forwarders.
• Attend training seminars.
• Pay Statements and monitor duty payments.

Accounting

• Pay fees and bill clients timely.
• Monitor Accounting reports.
• Ensure customs billing is complete and timely for customs accounts.
• Ensure brokerage fees in the forwarding package are correct.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School with experience or Bachelor's degree
• 3 to 5 years of professional experience or related training
• Experience with organization, planning, and follow-through

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transportation, or Supply Chain Management
• 5+ years of experience in Customs Brokerage
• Experience in client-facing roles
• Experiences with other agencies clearances
• Experience working in a Excel
• Competency in Microsoft Office and Google applications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The job is performed indoors in a traditional office setting. Activities include extended periods of sitting while working at a computer and occasional fast-paced operations and events.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to communicate orally with customers, vendors, management, and co-workers. Regular use of the telephone, virtual meetings, and e-mail for communication. Hearing, vision, and speaking within normal ranges are essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information, and to prepare or inspect documents.
• Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computers, calculators, and copiers.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; and operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone keypad.

We are a growing asset based ( over 180 company drivers ) logistics company built for ambitious freight professionals who want true independence with real support. Our mission is to empower freight broker agents with the tools, transparency, and partnership needed to scale their business—without giving up ownership of their clients.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage freight from cradle to grave
• Maintain and grow your existing book of business
• Build long-term relationships with shippers and carriers
• Negotiate rates and manage daily operations independently
• Use our systems and support team to scale operation

What We Offer:

• Independent agent model (no non-compete)
• Work with your own clients + company freight
• No startup costs
• Remote work from anywhere in the U.S.
• Commission-based compensation (performance-driven)
• Full back-office, dispatch, safety, and compliance support
• Access to DAT, Truckstop, CRM, and carrier network
• Transparent reporting and real-time visibility

What We’re Looking For:

• 1+ years of freight broker or agent experience
• Existing book of business preferred
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset and self-motivation
• Must reside in the United States

If you’re an experienced broker agent looking for true independence with real support, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Work from home

The Irca Group is an international leader in high quality finished and semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry, and ice cream markets. With a solid history of over 100 years in the industry, the Group has its headquarters in Italy (Gallarate) and a strong global footprint with 23 production sites and over 2000 employees in Europe, the United States and Vietnam.

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry Sweet complements our existing categories with the addition of sweet particulates, chocolate confections, inclusions, variegates and frozen fruit purees.

Through its 8 key brands (IRCA, Dobla, in2food, Via Degli Orsini, JoyGelato, RaviFruit, Cesarin and Anastasi) the IRCA Group offers an unparalleled \"one-stop shop\" approach for delivering quality solutions to all ingredients needs, through a broad range of innovative products. We offer every day and seasonal solutions to 3 macro channels: Gourmet, Food Manufacturing and Consumer Product (Retail). \"Extraordinary made simple\"

As a Cycle Counter you will be part of our supply chain team. The Cycle Counter will perform the following but not limited to:

• Analyze, compute, and verify work orders sent up daily from production.
• Verify clerical computation against work orders and investigate and report reasons for discrepancies to supervisor.
• Maintain the operation summary worksheet.
• Enter daily production of finished goods and any corresponding scraps and receipts for rework/regrind using the inventory control programs.
• Enter daily work orders into the computer system using the inventory control programs.
• Advise supervisor if FIFO or negative inventory issues are detected.
• Maintain and update all attachments to work orders received.
• Work with Quality Assurance Dept. to track the hold status of products and enter product movement in the inventory control programs.
• Reconcile MOs as appropriate.
• Attendance is part of employee performance.
• All other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrate proficient math skills.
• Strong analytical skills & excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrate knowledge usage of ERP systems and other IT systems and proficient in MS Office, particularly MS Excel.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication & presentation skills (verbal and nonverbal).

Irca Group offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision, 401(k) matching, Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Employee Education Tuition Reimbursement Program

$20 - $25 an hour

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