Keep materials, freight, and information moving efficiently across campus at Iowa State University as a Logistics Coordinator III in Central Receiving.
Join the team that powers the final step of every delivery on campus, managing last-mile freight activity—from verifying deliveries and unloading trucks to scheduling campus routes and coordinating large equipment and furniture moves. You’ll also support outbound freight services, provide strong customer service, and guide student staff in daily operations.
This role is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable operating box trucks, delivery vans, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment. If you enjoy improving processes, organizing systems, and keeping daily operations running smoothly, this position offers that balance.
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
What You’ll Do
Verify inbound deliveries, unload trucks, and plan daily last-mile delivery routes
Coordinate bulk equipment and furniture relocations, seasonal moves, and outbound freight needs
Support Central Stores activity through restocking, order fulfillment, product layout, and general showroom upkeep
Use inventory, point-of-sale, and delivery-tracking systems to process orders and maintain accurate records
Communicate with departments and vendors regarding orders, product availability, deadlines, and updates
Perform receiving, warehouse operations, and material-handling tasks, including forklift and pallet-jack use
Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits, identify discrepancies, and recommend adjustments
Provide functional direction to student employees and assist with daily workflow
What You’ll Get
Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on your first day (with timely enrollment)
Competitive retirement options with strong university contributions
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay, including Holidays OFF
A consistent daytime schedule that supports work–life balance
Steady, meaningful work that supports campus operations
Example of Duties
Procures, receives, stores, and delivers goods and services.
Coordinates inbound and outbound logistical operations including inventory management, warehousing, and transportation.
Communicates with faculty and staff on a regular basis regarding product and service availability, orders, requests and deadlines.
Researches, sources and acquires goods and materials by request including initiating requisitions and contracting processes.
Addresses inventory issues related to the supply chain and suggests models for improvement and product alternatives.
Maintains and operates point of sale, inventory management, e-commerce and tracking systems.
Reviews and negotiates contracts with vendors to ensure best pricing and product options.
Maintains accurate and appropriate inventory levels across all product categories, eliminating stock outs and dead stock.
Implements sales strategies.
Monitors and assists with budgets.
Track outstanding purchase orders and deliveries.
Reconciles discrepancies.
Provides functional supervision to staff.
Level Guidelines
Senior-level position applies advanced and specialized expertise and competencies
Typically receives general supervision with high level guidance on the most complex assignments
Completes assignments which are moderately difficult or difficult
Resolves issues, including atypical issues, and makes recommendations
May lead projects of limited scope
Functions as “go to.” Responds to inquiries and requests from others inside and outside work area
May act as a lead, assigning tasks and providing guidance to lower level workers
May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program