Logistics Manager

Boelter; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Boelter is seeking a seasoned Logistics Manager at the Pewaukee Corporate Office to oversee the efficiency and cost effectiveness of all logistics functions, including carrier metrics, reporting, contract compliance, and freight management across divisions.

The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, process standardization, and collaboration with sales and operations to deliver cost-efficient solutions. Strong leadership, ERP experience (SAP preferred), and import/export compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of logistics leadership experience in distribution or light manufacturing.
• Experience negotiating with freight carriers and 3PLs.
• LEAN tools experience.
• Strong domestic freight and import/export compliance.
• Able to lead, organize, plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects.
• ERP systems knowledge; SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive freight and logistics strategy.
• Publish metrics and reports showing cost effectiveness.
• Drive standardization while personalizing customer experience and costs.
• Manage day-to-day import/export operations with service providers.
• Act as logistics SME across the organization.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends and improvements.
• Develop scalable import/export compliance processes.
• Collaborate with sales and operations on logistics solutions.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor 3PL/carrier performance.
• Provide timely freight estimates for order processing.
• Resolve problems related to logistics for internal and external customers.
• Work with IT to ensure systems support logistics processes.
• Develop SOPs.
• Drive cost reductions in domestic and international supply chain.

Skills

LEAN tools

Problem solving

Communication

Team building

ERP systems

Leadership

Project management

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Logistics Manager

Location: Pewaukee Corporate Office

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Logistics Manager is responsible for the efficiency and cost effectiveness of all logistics related functions including all carrier metrics and reporting, carrier contract compliance, import/export compliance and visibility, and freight/transportation management for all Boelter divisions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive freight and logistics strategy.
• Develop relevant, insightful operating metrics and publish timely reporting demonstrating cost effectiveness of strategies and services.
• Drive process standardization without sacrificing personalization of customer experience and costs to serve.
• Manage the day-to-day import and export operations with service providers to ensure outstanding service and cost within the operation.
• Build trust as a logistics subject matter expert (SME) throughout organization.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement and profitability.
• Develop scalable, cost-effective processes for import and export compliance.
• Communicate trends in logistics and develop plans in support of anticipated changes in the industry.
• Work collaboratively with sales teams and operations to create win/win logistics solutions for customer base.
• Manages the process for evaluating all bids, negotiating contracts and monitoring performance of third-party logistics and carriers.
• Work with contracted logistics providers and internal systems to provide timely and accurate freight estimates to be used in order processing.
• Accountable to resolve problems or complaints related to aspects of logistics from both internal and external customers.
• Apply Business needs to Logistics Objectives and Strategy. Collaborate with IT to ensure systems that support logistics processes are working properly and incorporate technology which drives productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures where needed.
• Drive comprehensive domestic and international supply chain material handling cost reductions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• BA/BS degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrable record of accomplishments and success; analyzing data and trends to drive efficiencies
• 8+ years of logistics leadership experience in a progressive distribution or light manufacturing setting including negotiations with freight carriers and 3PL’s
• Experience in applying LEAN tools
• Strong domestic freight and import/export compliance acumen
• A strong ability to lead, organize, plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent problem solving, communication and team building skills
• Working knowledge of ERP systems; SAP preferred