Intermodal Logistics Manager: Rail, Truck & Barge

6 Degrees Search; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee multimodal transportation for a large facility in Little Rock, AR. The role emphasizes rail, truck, and barge operations, cost optimization, and carrier management.

The position requires hands-on coordination across three modes, ERP/TMS usage, and strong negotiation and analytical skills to drive efficiency and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5–7+ years of logistics experience in heavy industrial or large-scale transportation environments.
• Hands-on experience coordinating rail, truck, and inland waterway barge.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and transportation management software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing railcar scheduling and rail operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound and outbound transportation utilizing rail, truck, and barge.
• Coordinate railcar scheduling, barge shipments, and over-the-road freight movements.
• Negotiate freight rates, manage carrier contracts, and monitor transportation costs and performance KPIs.
• Develop relationships with railroad operators, barge companies, freight brokers, and transportation providers.
• Optimize rail, port, and transloading operations to improve delivery performance and reduce costs.
• Oversee shipping documentation, including bills of lading, rail and barge manifests, and international shipping paperwork.

Skills

Multimodal logistics

Freight rate negotiation

Carrier management

ERP proficiency

TMS proficiency

KPI analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics

Tools

ERP systems

TMS software

Job description

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee multimodal transportation for a large facility in Little Rock, AR. The role emphasizes rail, truck, and barge operations, cost optimization, and carrier management.

The position requires hands-on coordination across three modes, ERP/TMS usage, and strong negotiation and analytical skills to drive efficiency and compliance with regulations.