Logistics Manager

Job Summary

The Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing domestic and international logistics operations within a manufacturing environment, including shipping, receiving, warehousing, inventory control, and storage of raw materials and finished products. This position manages hazardous and non-hazardous material shipments, ensures compliance with customer, quality, safety, and legal requirements, and coordinates with Sales, Operations, EHS, and other departments. The Logistics Manager also provides direct supervision to warehouse personnel and manages freight providers, costs, and related documentation.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of logistics experience in a manufacturing environment.
• International logistics/shipping experience.
• Hands-on inventory management experience.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.

Special Requirements

• Current IMDG/IATA certification for handling, packaging, and shipping hazardous materials.
• Full-time, exempt position.
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, generally 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Some schedule flexibility is permitted; core hours of 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. must be maintained.
• No travel required.
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, sit, handle objects, reach with hands and arms, and climb stairs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Domestic and international shipping and receiving.
• Hazardous and non-hazardous material handling and shipping.
• IMDG and IATA shipping requirements.
• Inventory management and cycle counting.
• Warehouse operations and material storage.
• Freight carrier evaluation, invoice review, cost monitoring, and claims management.
• ERP systems.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate logistics activities across multiple departments.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety and industrial hygiene requirements.

Additional Desired Characteristics

• Experience working with a unionized workforce.