Logistics Manager

Cash-wa Distributing Co Of Fargo Llc; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cash-wa Distributing Co Of Fargo Llc is seeking a dedicated logistics professional to manage inbound logistics operations, optimize carrier costs, and support cross-functional collaboration. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, budget adherence, and timely freight execution.

The candidate should have 5–7 years in logistics, strong analytical capabilities, and experience with TMS systems. Foodservice distribution experience is a plus, with a focus on efficiency and service levels.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in logistics and/or transportation required.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to evaluate complex data.

Responsibilities

• Operates logistics programs within budgetary guidelines and financial controls.
• Manages delivery initiatives and methods meeting freight rate, scheduling, and time requirements.
• Negotiate lowest freight costs without reducing service level; identify backhaul opportunities.
• Manage contract carrier movements and related processes; monitor loads for on-time delivery.
• Handle claims, vendor charges, and OS&D in coordination with relevant departments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree in business, logistics, or related field

Tools

AS400

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Position PurposeA dedicated logistics resource responsible for effectively managing and growing the operations of inboundlogistics to drive income results. Effectively manages carrier base to ensure competitive costs, service level andcapacity. Conducts analysis of work-related situations and makes decisions in an effective and timely manner.Solves freight problems and deals with a variety of variables in situations where some standardization exists.Manages administrative support duties to include but not limited to data and transaction entries intoTransportation Management Systems (TMS), billing functions, reporting, presentations. Effectively communicatesand interacts with cross functional departments. Functions as a team member within the department andorganization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the companyPrimary ResponsibilitiesJOB FUNCTIONSMajor Functional ResponsibilitiesOperates logistics programs within budgetary guidelines and financial controls utilizing appropriate GL allocations.Manages delivery initiatives and methods which meet company, vendor and customer needs. Develops delivery strategies which are cost-effective and meet freight rate, scheduling and time requirements.Manage internal and external communications within opco and external entities as needed. Effectively communicates through written and verbal mediums.Work to negotiate lowest freight costs without reducing service level. Identify and implements backhaul opportunities to optimize fleet utilization. Manage contract carrier movements and related processes. Monitor accepted loads and verify loads are delivered on time.Interpret and manipulate complex sets of geographic mapping, financial and numerical data.Manage and analyze department reports to identify needed adjustments to drive efficiencies, i.e. financial reports, pipeline opportunity reporting, vendor profiles, etc. Manage all claims, vendor chargebacks and overages/shortages/damages (OS&D) withappropriate department and/or external entity. Manages pallets, claims and accessory charges/expensesManage carriers’ freight bills to insure they agree with carriers’ confirmations and invoice opco for freight moves.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualifications5–7 years of experience in logistics and/or transportation requiredProficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, AS400, and Transportation Management Systems (TMS); advanced system skills preferredExperience in foodservice distribution and freight operations preferredAssociate degree in business, logistics, or related field preferred; equivalent experience consideredStrong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex data and resolve issues involving multiple variablesDemonstrated ability to act as a primary point of contact, maintaining a high level of professionalism while collaborating with cross-functional teams, value-chain partners, and management to coordinate activities and drive results