Logistics Lead

Nextpower; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Unlimited paid time off

Job summary

Nextpower is seeking a Logistics Lead based in Nashville, TN to oversee end-to-end project deliveries across the United States. You will work closely with freight forwarders, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure on‑time, in‑full deliveries and excellent customer satisfaction.

You will manage a team of 3–4, coordinate routing strategies, monitor KPI metrics, and drive cross‑functional discussions to mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Commerce or equivalent logistics experience.
• 5–8 years in transport and logistics.
• Ability to lead a small team and manage multiple US projects.
• Experience coordinating across time zones and cultures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end coordination of project deliveries across the US.
• Coordinate routing strategies and monitor on-time delivery to jobsites.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Track performance using KPI metrics and drive risk mitigation.
• Serve as primary logistics lead for key customers and cross-functional teams.
• Support remote/project locations and scale responsibilities over time.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics management

Communication

MSOffice

Multitasking

Time zone coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Commerce or Logistics

Tools

NetSuite

Anaplan

Matrixfactors

Job description

Overview

The Logistics Lead will be based in Nashville, TN. In this position, you will report to the US Logistic Director. This role is responsible for overseeing the end‑to‑end coordination of project‑level deliveries across the U.S., ensuring materials reach job sites on time and in full. You will work closely with freight forwarders, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to manage routing strategies, resolve logistical challenges, and maintain customer satisfaction. Strong communication and problem‑solving skills are key, as this position serves as a central link between operations and our customer‑facing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Nextpower Delivery Managers and Project Managers to ensure OTD (On Time Delivery) and customer satisfaction.
• For all projects under your responsibility, implement the optimal transportation modes and routing strategy to meet OTD and costs, ensuring that processes and procedures run smoothly.
• Monitor your Freight Forwarder’s daily performance during project execution through the appropriate KPI’s and metrics.
• Drive resolution of challenges with Suppliers/Freight Forwarders/Project Managers and other stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Whenever needed, drive cross‑functional discussions to create risk‑mitigation strategies.
• Attend regular meetings with internal customers (Project Managers and Sales teams) and external ones whenever needed.
• Serve as the primary logistics point of contact for key customers, coordinating directly with cross‑functional teams (Planning, Suppliers, Project Management) to address delivery‑related inquiries.
• Handle deliveries to remote and project‑based locations, understanding unique logistics challenges that differ from traditional warehouse operations.
• Support smaller accounts initially while scaling responsibilities to larger customers over time.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5‑8 years of work experience in transport and logistics.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business / Commerce or equivalent experience in Logistics Industry.
• Ability to lead a team of 3/4 and handle multiple projects within US.
• Experience working in different time zones and cultures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Multitasking skills – Able to handle various assignments in daily coordination with multiple sites, locations, and deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of the freight and transport industries (mainly ocean & road within US).
• Freight Forwarding (FF) experience at the project level, with a strong understanding of logistics in remote job site environments.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Customer centricity and result orientation.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in Project Logistics (preferably Solar or Oil & Gas).
• Familiarity with systems such as NetSuite, Anaplan, and Matrixfactors (Transportation Management System).

Benefits

Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpower’s benefits please view our company website at www.nextpower.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.