Logistics Associate Jobs in Kansas City, KS

A Logistics Associate is a vital part of the logistics industry, performing various tasks that ensure smooth operations of supply chains. These tasks include inventory management, coordinating transportation of goods, overseeing warehousing, and dealing with customs regulations. They are responsible for maintaining accurate records, analyzing logistical data, and improving efficiency of the supply chain operations. They play a key role in planning and implementing logistics strategies, thus ensuring that goods or services are delivered on time and in good condition, which ultimately leads to customer satisfaction and business growth.

A Logistics Associate should possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. They should also have proficiency in logistics and inventory software. A certification in Supply Chain Management or a related field could enhance their credibility. Prior to becoming a Logistics Associate, a person may have roles such as a Logistics Clerk, a Warehouse Associate, or a Transportation Coordinator. These positions provide the necessary experience and understanding of the industry to be successful in the more complex and responsible role of a Logistics Associate.

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Retail Travel Associate - Inventory

  • Retail Services WIS Corporation
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago

External Job Description Retail Travel Associate - Inventory Starting Wage: $17.00 - $22.00 Part Time: Ability to work varied, traditional and non-traditional flexible hours. The more you are...

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Logistics Clerk

  • KBR
  • Olathe, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago

Title: Logistics Clerk Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! Program Summary The KBR Metrology team supports manufacturing, engineering & test, repair & overhaul, and aftermarket service centers...

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Supply Technician

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago

This position serves as Supply Technician (Medical) for the Medical Supply Distribution (MSD) areas of Logistics Service within the Kansas City, MO VA Health Care System. As a Supply Technician,...

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Logistics Associate

  • Ecolab
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago

Ecolab is seeking a Logistics Associate I to join our team in Kansas City, MO....

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Supply Chain Associate

  • Fastenal
  • Edwardsville, KS (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Edwardsville, KS (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description Supply Chain Associate 9154 Woodend Rd, Edwardsville, KS 66111 KSKA2 Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 9:00am - 3:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on a...

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Plant Inventory Control Associate

  • Niagara Bottling
  • Weatherby Lake, MO (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Weatherby Lake, MO (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 6 days ago

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you...

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Used Parts Logistics Associate (50069)

  • Van Keppel
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 7 days ago

Preparing manifests/bills of lading for materials being shipped according to carrier's and Van Keppels procedures....

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Plant Inventory Control Associate

  • Niagara
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 8 days ago

At Niagara, were looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you...

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PEPI: Senior Associate, Supply Chain -- Procurement & Sourcing (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS) Kansas City, MO, USA

  • Alvarez & Marsal
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 8 days ago

PEPI: Senior Associate, Supply Chain -- Procurement & Sourcing (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS) Description Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement Senior Associate, Supply Chain:...

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Inventory/Logistics Associate

  • Carmax
  • Grandview, MO (17 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Grandview, MO (17 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 8 days ago

7268 - Independence - 19010 E Valley View Pkwy, Independence, Missouri, 64055 CarMax, the way your career should be! Position Overview As an Inventory Associate, youll play a vital role in...

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Logistics Clerk

  • Aston Carter
  • Parkville, MO (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Parkville, MO (9 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 10 days ago

Logistics Clerk (Contract - Potential to Go Permanent) Overview We're supporting a client seeking a Logistics Clerk to join their team on a contract basis, with the possibility of converting to a...

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PEPI: Senior Associate, Supply Chain - Distribution & Logistics (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS) Kansas City, MO, USA

  • Alvarez & Marsal
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 12 days ago

PEPI: Senior Associate, Supply Chain - Distribution & Logistics (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS) Description Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement Senior Associate, Supply Chain -...

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Logistics Planner - Bilingual (English/French)

  • Airgas Inc
  • Independence, MO (11 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Independence, MO (11 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 12 days ago

R10092456 Logistics Planner - Bilingual (English/French) (Open) Location: Independence, OH - Rockside Woods Blvd - Management - AMG-Corp How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to...

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Logistics Specialist - Material Handler/Delivery Driver - Kansas City, MO

  • TireHub, LLC
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 13 days ago

First Job Previous Job 3,235 of 10,000 More Like This Salary Not Available Position range in Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area $56k - $84k Per Year Logistics Specialist - Material...

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Distribution & Logistics Specialist

  • The University of Kansas Hospital
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 13 days ago

This may include functions of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transportation, storage, delivery, etc....

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Demographic Data for Kansas City, KS

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Logistics Associate Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Logistics Systems
This subject is a survey of the fundamental analytic tools, approaches, and techniques which are useful in the design and operation of logistics systems and integrated supply chains. The material...
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
This course surveys operations research models and techniques developed for a variety of problems arising in logistical planning of multi-echelon systems. There is a focus on planning models for...
Fundamentals of Logistics
Logistics adds value to products or services that are essential for customer satisfaction and sales. This course explains how to understand and correctly use the principles of logistics, as well...

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Salary for Logistics Associate Jobs in Kansas City, KS

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Logistics Associates in Kansas City, KS offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.6%
Bachelor's Degree
29.5%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.8%
Master's Degree
10.0%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Logistics Associates in Kansas City, KS
Less than 1 year
67.2%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
10.0%
1-2 years
4.2%
4-6 years
0.6%


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