Logistics Commodity Manager

MI Windows and Doors LLC; Harrisburg (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid time off

Job summary

MITER Brands is seeking a Logistics Commodity Manager to develop regional transportation strategies and manage 3-5 outbound transportation suppliers, optimizing costs and improving delivery experiences. The role interfaces with Finance and cross-functional teams to align freight strategy with operating plans and capacity planning.

Bachelor’s degree required; MS/CPIM/CSCP certifications preferred, with 4+ years in sourcing or transportation for a large operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MS preferred in CPM/CPIM/CSCP are advantageous.
• Experience in sourcing or transportation for a large operation is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional transportation strategies.
• Own carrier sourcing, contracting, and performance management.
• Negotiate freight rates and fuel programs; manage asset utilization.
• Support distribution budget, forecast, and cost reductions.
• Ensure reliable inbound, interplant, and outbound transportation.
• Create KPIs and dashboards to track carrier performance and processes.

Skills

Sourcing

Transportation experience

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MS degree preferred CPM/CPIM/CSCP

Job description

Pay Range: $100,000 - $123,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications

MITER Brands™ is a residential window and door manufacturer that provides a leading portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments. MITER Brands, also known as Milgard, MI Windows & Doors and PGTI is one of the nation’s largest suppliers of vinyl windows and patio doors, with plants across the country.

The Logistics Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing a variety of transportation strategies for MITER Brands. This role will be responsible for managing 3-5 outbound transportation suppliers, controlling supplier distribution costs and driving customer experience enhancements. Other tasks include tracking/communicating freight costs, negotiating favorable transportation rates, long-term contracts and providing market intelligence.

Why work at MITER Brands?

Responsibilities

Transportation Strategy

Develop and execute regional transportation strategies Support the optimization of network design (routing, consolidation, equipment, people) Lead decisions for private fleet, dedicated fleet, one‑way fleet and brokerage solutions Work with finance to complete equipment cash flow analysis (lease vs own comparison)

Carrier Management

Own carrier sourcing, contracting, and performance management Negotiate freight rates, fuel programs, equipment maintenance programs Manage, track and report asset utilization, and unit scan‑off %

Cost Management

Support the distribution budget and forecast Drive year‑over‑year freight productivity improvements Identify and execute cost‑reduction opportunities through routing optimization, consolidation, and contract renegotiations Partner with Finance to ensure freight accuracy, visibility, and alignment

Operational Execution

Ensure reliable execution of inbound, interplant, and outbound transportation supporting manufacturing and customer commitments Lead escalation management for service disruptions, capacity shortages, and identify high‑risk lanes Identify opportunities to improve the customer delivery experience

Metrics

Establish standard enterprise KPIs and create a dashboard to track supplier performance Drive standardization of processes, carrier scorecards, and site practices (internal vs external responsibilities)

Digital Enablement

Improve freight visibility, shipment tracking, and data quality Partner with IT to create analytical tools

Compliance

Support freight claims, loss prevention, and insurance coordination Communicate contingency planning for weather, capacity disruptions, and peak demand

Leadership

Support site Distribution Managers (without direct report structure) Partner with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Distribution, Sales, Customer Service, and Finance to align freight strategy with operating plans Support S&OP and capacity planning to ensure carriers are aware of demand changes

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; M.S. preferred CPM, CPIM or CSCP certification preferred Minimum of 4 years’ sourcing or transportation experience working for a major, large dollar operation

What We Offer

• Three comprehensive Medical plan options
• Prescription Dental Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid Holidays
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Teladoc
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Yearly Wellness Clinic

MITER Brands, also known as MI Windows and Doors, Milgard and PGT Industries are an equal‑opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate based on religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected category.

WE HAVE ONE PURPOSE: BUILD THE MOST VALUED WINDOW AND DOOR BRAND IN AMERICA.

But, like all great things, that journey starts by bringing together a team of the most passionate, experienced and dedicated window experts in the industry. From our team to our customers and our communities, we strive to inspire deeper engagements and new possibilities for all. Because we believe that business is always personal.