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Operations Assistant – Elgin, IL

$50,000 - $55,000 annually + Free Benefits, 401K, PTO

Since 1885, we’ve been advancing building technology to make spaces safer, smarter, and more efficient. As a leading manufacturer of security systems, surveillance cameras, and integrated solutions, we help protect people and property while supporting sustainability and operational efficiency. Our technology is built to reduce risk, cut waste, and support your mission, whether you’re running a business, managing a facility, or securing a campus.

The Operations Assistant will be responsible for managing customer accounts, ensuring accurate inventory tracking, and optimizing data management for supply chain efficiency. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is comfortable with basic Excel, interested in learning ERP systems, and has strong communication skills to support customers and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and analyze inventory records across Excel spreadsheets, ERP systems, and order management platforms
• Process and track customer orders, ensuring timely fulfillment while coordinating with logistics and warehouse teams
• Communicate with key accounts regarding order updates, inventory availability, and issue resolution
• Generate reports on order accuracy, fulfillment rates, and lead times, identifying trends and areas for process improvement
• Work closely with procurement and sales teams to ensure customer demands align with inventory levels and production schedules
• Assist in workflow automation initiatives to improve order processing, reporting, and data synchronization between systems

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 6 months of internship or professional experience preferred fresh graduates are welcome to apply
• Strong basic math skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen eye for data accuracy and process optimization
• Strong communication skills to manage customer accounts and collaborate with internal teams
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Corporate Resources/CRT (on behalf of our client) has been hired to source a full-time, permanent Operation Assistant.

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