Shipping & Inventory Specialist

Shipping & Inventory Specialist-Mapleton, IL

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection. With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers' success.

As a Shipping & Inventory Specialist in Mapleton, you will play a critical role in ensuring products are shipped accurately, safely, and on time to customers. Working as part of our Logistics team, you will be a vital contributor to operational excellence by maintaining inventory accuracy, coordinating transportation activities, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in delivering high-quality results. You will collaborate closely with warehouse, operations, customer service, production, and transportation teams to help drive efficiency, enhance customer satisfaction, and support Arxada's commitment to excellence.

The expected salary range for this role is 46k-53k base salary but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. This role is also eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate and schedule shipments to customers, distribution centers, and warehouses while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Verify order accuracy and proactively resolve shipping, inventory, and logistics issues with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through shipment verification and cycle count activities.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies to support operational accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Process stock transfers and coordinate shipments to external warehouse locations.
• Collaborate across warehouse, operations, and logistics teams to improve shipment quality and timeliness.
• Support safe working practices and contribute to a culture of compliance, accountability, and operational excellence.

Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Experience in logistics, warehousing, inventory management, or a related operational environment preferred.
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management systems (WMS), SAP, ERP platforms, and transportation management tools.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate inventory and shipping documentation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams and contribute to a positive, customer-focused culture.

At Arxada, we foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. We look for individuals who demonstrate grit, take ownership, and go beyond expectations to deliver meaningful results. If you are passionate about logistics operations and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment where your contributions make a direct impact, we encourage you to apply.

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas: Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection. Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.