Supply Chain Specialist Jobs in Illinois

Supply Chain Specialist jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with hiring concentrated in manufacturing, food and beverage production, healthcare distribution, and retail logistics across entry-level coordinator to senior analyst and manager roles. Chicago, Joliet, and Elgin are the primary hiring metros, anchored by large employers such as Abbott Laboratories, Caterpillar, and U.S. Foods, all of which maintain significant Illinois operations. Demand-planning, inventory optimization, and logistics coordination are the most consistently sought specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles192+
Top employerWalgreens
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring72
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Supply Chain Operations Specialist II - Melrose Park, IL
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Supply Chain Operations Specialist II - Melrose Park, IL
CEVA Logistics
Melrose Park, Illinois
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
$21 - $27/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Supply Chain Operations Specialist - Per Diem
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Supply Chain Operations Specialist - Per Diem
Endeavor Health
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
$19.22 - $27.87/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager, Supply Chain
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Operations Solution Architect Senior Manager, Supply Chain
Logic, Inc.
Chicago, Illinois
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$123k - $338k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
11-50

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Supply Chain Specialist Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Deerfield
13 jobs
North Chicago
6 jobs
Downers Grove
5 jobs
Peoria
4 jobs
Rosemont
4 jobs
Oak Brook
4 jobs
Lake Forest
4 jobs
Lisle
3 jobs

Supply Chain Specialist Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Walgreens12
  • AbbVie6
  • Dot Foods5
  • Endeavor Health5
  • Logic4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Food & Beverage
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Education

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in supply chain specialist jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, logistics, or a related field
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards
  • Proficiency in demand planning, inventory control, or procurement processes
  • APICS CSCP or CPIM certification preferred or required by many Illinois employers
  • Strong analytical skills using Excel, SQL, or supply chain analytics software
  • Ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams including operations and logistics

Supply Chain Specialist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a supply chain specialist in Illinois?

Supply chain specialist roles in Illinois do not require a state-issued license, but employers consistently expect a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or logistics. Earning an APICS certification such as the CPIM or CSCP significantly strengthens a candidacy and is treated as a near-standard credential by Illinois manufacturers and distributors. Illinois is home to several universities offering dedicated supply chain programs, including the University of Illinois and DePaul University, whose graduates are well recognized by Chicago-area employers.

How much do supply chain specialists make in Illinois?

Supply chain specialists in Illinois earn a median of about $80,100 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,020 for the lowest 10% to over $128,070 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire supply chain specialists in Illinois?

Employers hiring supply chain specialists in Illinois right now include Walgreens, AbbVie, and Dot Foods, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of food manufacturers, healthcare distributors, and industrial equipment companies means demand is consistent across both the Chicago metro and downstate industrial corridors.

Which Illinois cities have the most supply chain specialist jobs?

Chicago, Deerfield, and North Chicago have the most supply chain specialist openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates due to its role as a national logistics hub with major corporate headquarters and distribution networks, while Joliet and Elgin draw openings from the manufacturing plants and large warehouse campuses concentrated in the I-80 and I-90 corridors that ring the metro.

Are there remote supply chain specialist jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many supply chain specialist roles require on-site work at plants, warehouses, or distribution centers. About 71% of supply chain specialist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. The functions most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility are demand planning, procurement analysis, and supplier relationship management, where the work centers on data and vendor communication rather than physical inventory oversight.

How can I get hired as a supply chain specialist in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a supply chain coordinator or logistics analyst role, which Illinois manufacturers and distributors such as Abbott, Caterpillar, and U.S. Foods regularly recruit for from new graduates. Completing an APICS CPIM certification before applying distinguishes candidates without work history. Adjacent roles in warehousing, purchasing assistance, or production planning at Illinois-based companies provide transferable experience that many hiring managers accept in place of direct supply chain titles.

Where can I find and apply to supply chain specialist jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to supply chain specialist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly through each listing.

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