Logistics Manager

Schweid & Sons - College Park, GA

Full-time - Senior

College Park, GA

Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Logistics Manager at Schweid & Sons is responsible for planning and executing the outbound and inbound freight strategy for finished products within the distribution network. This role requires expertise in Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and a strong background in TL and LTL carrier management, procurement, pricing, and compliance. The Logistics Manager will collaborate closely with the Customer Service team to ensure high-quality service delivery to customers, while also focusing on continuous improvement and cost-effective carrier solutions.

Responsibilities

• Use the TM platform daily to review and prepare new orders from the ERP system for execution in the transportation network.
• Participate in strategic sourcing and selection of carriers.
• Lead negotiations with vendors to establish the best possible rates for the organization.
• Serve as the subject matter expert in freight logistics systems that support product delivery to customers.
• Coordinate with Customer Service teams to ensure proper transportation execution based on customer needs.
• Support the Sales Team by providing freight economics to current and potential new customers.
• Perform continuous improvement projects related to processes, procedures, and systems.
• Manage carrier activity to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
• Develop and direct the implementation of procedures to reduce freight claims and ensure timely processing and collection of claims.
• Monitor and manage carriers to Key Performance Indicators (KPI's).
• Identify new carriers to add to the core carrier base or migrate from non-strategic to strategic roles.
• Review, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP's).
• Monitor carrier performance and take corrective action to reverse negative trends and maintain required service levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7 to 10 years of experience in logistics, transportation, and managing parcel freight.
• 5+ years of experience working with best in class transportation management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, with advanced knowledge of Excel preferred.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team environment.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
• Ability to operate at both the strategic and tactical implementation level.
• Continuous improvement mindset, including the ability to innovate and simplify legacy processes.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clients.
• Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results.

Nice-to-haves

• Expertise in ERP and WMS systems.
• Superior leadership, planning, and organizing skills.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.