Operations Coordinator (Supply Chain)

Location: Hybrid, based out of the Chicago, IL office, with anticipated travel 3–4 times per year. Work sponsorship is not available for this role.

Company

hirify.global provides digital procurement, supply chain management, and software solutions for the foodservice industry through brands including Fresh Alliance.

What you will do

• Coordinate day-to-day operations supporting custom distribution clients, distribution centers, commissaries, and system houses.
• Collaborate on forecasting, inventory management, and maintenance of supply par levels.
• Communicate with distributors, suppliers, clients, and internal teams about shortages, late deliveries, inbound delays, redeliveries, and substitutions.
• Manage purchase order accuracy, reconciliation, and accounting discrepancy resolution.
• Analyze supply chain data to establish performance benchmarks and identify trends in volume, quality claims, shortages, and delivery timing.
• Support onboarding and training coordination while collaborating with account management, procurement, pricing, accounting, and food safety teams.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in distribution, logistics, or supply chain operations is preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Logistics is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong organization, multitasking, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Clear communication and professional phone etiquette with distributors, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, FSA, company-paid life insurance, and other benefits from day one.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Training, professional development, and competitive pay.
• Flexible PTO with no accrual requirement.
• Commitment to an inclusive and diverse workplace.