Logistics Manager
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About the job
A leading manufacturing company seeks a logistics manager to lead logistics processes, optimize freight and warehouse operations, and ensure supply chain success.
Requirements
- Bachelor's in supply chain or related
- 5+ years logistics experience
- Leadership in logistics teams
- Proficient in Excel and TMS
- Knowledge of transportation operations
Qualifications
- Experience in manufacturing or CPG
- Knowledge of DOT regulations
- ERP system experience
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
Full job description
Logistics Manager
A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a logistics manager driven to deliver operational excellence and strategic improvement. This is a unique opportunity to lead logistics processes, optimize freight and warehouse operations, and play a key role in cross-functional supply chain success.
Logistics Manager Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Inclusive, collaborative culture with professional development opportunities
- Paid time off and recognized holidays
Logistics Manager Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field, or equivalent relevant work experience
- 5+ years of logistics or transportation management experience
- Proven leadership experience directing logistics or warehouse teams
- Proficiency in Excel and transportation/warehouse management systems
- Strong knowledge of transportation, freight, and logistics operations
- Effective communication and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Logistics Manager Preferred Background & Skills
- Experience in food, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or manufacturing industries
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance requirements
- ERP system expertise (NetSuite or similar)
- Proficiency in Google Docs and MS Office applications
- Experience with demand planning and forecasting
Logistics Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Oversee daily logistics operations including inbound and outbound freight
- Manage and negotiate relationships with carriers, freight brokers, and third-party logistics providers
- Develop and manage routing and delivery schedules to meet customer and production timelines
- Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, and carrier performance, driving continuous improvement
- Lead, train, and develop the logistics team for high performance
- Coordinate with warehouse, production, and supply chain teams to align capacity and inventory needs
- Troubleshoot and resolve shipping delays, discrepancies, or delivery issues
- Ensure compliance with applicable transportation regulations
- Support logistics forecasting and planning with accurate data and reporting
- Lead meetings with manufacturing partners and present production schedules to leadership
If you are a strategic logistics professional ready to drive results and lead meaningful change, we welcome your application.
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