Bulk Liquid Logistics Manager — Transport & Compliance

MAPEI USA

Aurora (IL)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

10 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Annual discretionary bonus

401K retirement with company match

Dental and vision programs

Life insurance

Tele-med services

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MAPEI Corporation in Illinois is seeking a Transportation and Logistics Manager – Bulk Liquid/Chemical to lead bulk liquid transportation for the Admixtures business. You will partner with Procurement, manufacturing plants, Customer Service, and carriers to improve delivery reliability, freight efficiency, while maintaining safety and product quality.

You will optimize multi‑compartment loads, manage carrier relationships, monitor performance, and ensure cross‑functional coordination while

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or equivalent in logistics, supply chain, or related field; relevant experience may be considered.
Experience in transportation or logistics with bulk liquid/chemical shipments.
Experience managing carrier relationships, negotiating freight rates, and monitoring performance.
Knowledge of multi‑compartment tanker operations, load optimization, payload, and axle weight rules.
Understanding of transportation safety regulations and contamination prevention.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary contact for bulk liquid carriers and manage relationships.
Negotiate lane rates, fuel surcharges, accessorial charges, and capacity agreements.
Create carrier scorecards and monitor on‑time delivery, safety, and reliability.
Resolve disputes, billing issues, equipment breakdowns, and delays.
Plan and optimize multi‑compartment loads to maximize payload and reduce costs.
Coordinate with plants, Customer Service, and carrier dispatch for timely pickups and deliveries.
Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Develop procedures for multi‑product split loads to protect product quality.
Follow Business Management System procedures and EHS regulations.
Perform other related duties as needed.