Logistics Manager

Mission:
Oversee all logistics operations—including transportation, inventory, and warehouse management—to ensure timely, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of materials and products. Provide strategic direction and leadership to the logistics team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and schedule logistics to support production and on-time customer deliveries.

• Supervise transportation operations, ensuring timely inbound and outbound shipments.

• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with materials and warehouse teams to maintain accuracy and availability.

• Lead daily team meetings to communicate logistics updates and address any operational concerns.

• Track logistics performance using key metrics and implement improvements where needed.

• Ensure compliance with relevant transportation and safety regulations.

• Coordinate with external partners, including suppliers and carriers, to resolve delivery issues and optimize processes.

• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities in logistics and transportation.

• Escalate any supply continuity risks in accordance with internal procedures.

Additional Duties:

• Lead quarterly physical inventory counts and ongoing cycle counting processes.

• Act as the primary contact during logistics audits and compliance reviews.

• Promote a workplace culture centered on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Maintain professional communication with management, vendors, and internal teams.

• Carry out job duties safely, efficiently, and as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred (high school diploma or GED required).

• 5+ years of experience in logistics or supply chain roles.

• Background in a manufacturing or automotive environment is a plus.

• Proficiency with logistics systems, ERP platforms, and transportation scheduling.

• Demonstrated leadership experience with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Effective communicator with strong organizational skills.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Safety glasses required when on the production floor.

• Must be able to navigate a manufacturing environment, including walking, bending, reaching, and wearing appropriate PPE.

• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate.