Logistics Manager

PACCAR; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Vacation days and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision plans

FSAs/HSA

Disability/Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

PACCAR seeks a Logistics Manager to lead LTL, parcel, and air freight strategy, sitting in Bellevue, WA or Lewisville, TX. You will drive cost optimization, negotiate contracts, and ensure system integration across divisions with carriers and internal teams to deliver compliant, data-based freight solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in logistics or procurement, with advanced Excel and experience in SQL, Tableau, TMS, SAP, and APIs preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7+ years of work experience.
• Experience with strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and RFP processes.
• Experience analyzing and evaluating freight costs, KPIs, and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and negotiate LTL, Parcel, and Air freight contracts to optimize cost and service performance.
• Lead carrier sourcing, benchmarking, and performance management initiatives across PACCAR locations.
• Administer transportation rates and ensure accurate implementation within Transportation Management System (TMS) and related systems.
• Oversee freight payment, audit, and invoice discrepancy resolution processes with third-party providers.
• Develop freight analytics, dashboards, and reporting tools to support cost and performance improvements.
• Drive logistics technology enhancements, system integrations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal customers, carriers, and vendors to resolve operational issues and ensure compliance.
• Manage transportation and logistics projects, including cross-border initiatives and warehouse transitions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

RFP processes

Freight costs analysis

KPIs & performance metrics

SQL

Tableau

EDI/API integrations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SQL

Tableau

TMS

SAP

EDI

Job description

Logistics Manager

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services - you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Requisition Summary

Please note this position can sit in Bellevue, WA or Lewisville, TX.

Leads PACCAR's Less-than-Truckload ("LTL"), parcel, and air freight transportation strategy across multiple divisions, driving cost optimization, carrier performance, system integration, and operational excellence. Collaborates with internal stakeholders and transportation partners to deliver efficient, compliant, and data-driven freight solutions that support strategic supply chain objectives.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Develop and negotiate LTL, Parcel, and Air freight contracts to optimize cost and service performance.
• Lead carrier sourcing, benchmarking, and performance management initiatives across PACCAR locations.
• Administer transportation rates and ensure accurate implementation within Transportation Management System ("TMS") and related systems.
• Oversee freight payment, audit, and invoice discrepancy resolution processes with third-party providers.
• Develop freight analytics, dashboards, and reporting tools to support cost and performance improvements.
• Drive logistics technology enhancements, system integrations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal customers, carriers, and vendors to resolve operational issues and ensure compliance.
• Manage transportation and logistics projects, including cross-border initiatives and warehouse transitions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 7+ years of work experience
• Experience with strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and RFP processes.
• Experience analyzing and evaluating freight costs, KPIs, and performance metrics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred
• Professional experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, procurement, or related field is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications; experience with SQL, Tableau, TMS, SAP, freight payment systems, and EDI/API integrations preferred.
• Knowledge of LTL, Parcel, and Air freight operations and carrier management practices desired.

Competencies

• Act with Integrity
• Demonstrate Adaptability
• Drive for Results
• Influence Others
• Lead Innovation and Quality Initiatives
• Manage Execution
• Manage Talent
• Use Sound Judgment / Business Acumen

Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Fully funded pension plan plus 401(k) with up to 5% company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) to invest in PACCAR stock
• Minimum 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
• Paid short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for continued learning
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. Applicants and employees for this position will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H-1B visas, now or in the future. The salary range for this position is $104,000 - $160,000 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.