Logistics Manager

Accelera; McDonald (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead domestic and global supply chain activities at our manufacturing facility. The role covers shipping, receiving, warehousing, inventory oversight, and freight partnerships with cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Operations, and EHS teams.

The position requires leadership of warehouse staff, strong ERP and Microsoft 365 skills, and IMDG/IATA familiarity. Work hours are standard with a 37.5-hour week and no travel expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable professional experience.
• At least 5 years of experience managing logistics within a manufacturing setting.
• Proven background in handling international shipping and logistics.
• Practical experience in managing inventory systems.
• Proficiency in utilizing ERP software for logistics operations.
• Advanced technical skills in Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics processes, including order preparation, labeling, inspections, and documentation for global and domestic distribution.
• Ensure secure and compliant transport of hazardous and non-hazardous goods.
• Formulate effective storage and shipping plans considering material constraints and operational needs.
• Collaborate with the EHS department to maintain a safe working environment.
• Verify incoming raw materials and finished goods by confirming lot numbers and quantities.
• Direct warehouse personnel by managing performance and enforcing policies.
• Maintain high inventory precision by reconciling receipts with purchase orders and conducting cycle counts.
• Assess freight carrier performance, track shipping expenditures, audit invoices, and resolve freight-related claims.
• Control departmental spending to align with approved budgets.
• Uphold safety and hygiene standards and seek improvements in warehouse efficiency.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous development.

Skills

Team leadership

Inventory control

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft 365

Job description

As the Logistics Manager, you will lead all domestic and global supply chain activities within our manufacturing facility. Your scope includes the end-to-end management of shipping, receiving, warehousing, and inventory oversight for both raw inputs and finished goods. You will be the primary point of contact for cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Operations, and EHS teams, while ensuring full adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Additionally, this role involves direct leadership of warehouse staff and the strategic management of freight partnerships, expenses, and essential documentation.

Role Overview

As the Logistics Manager, you will lead all domestic and global supply chain activities within our manufacturing facility. Your scope includes the end-to-end management of shipping, receiving, warehousing, and inventory oversight for both raw inputs and finished goods. You will be the primary point of contact for cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Operations, and EHS teams, while ensuring full adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Additionally, this role involves direct leadership of warehouse staff and the strategic management of freight partnerships, expenses, and essential documentation.

Primary Duties

• Oversee all inbound and outbound logistics processes, encompassing order preparation, labeling, inspections, and documentation for global and domestic distribution.
• Ensure the secure and compliant transport of both hazardous and non-hazardous goods.
• Formulate effective storage and shipping plans that account for material constraints and operational needs.
• Collaborate with the EHS department to help maintain a safe working environment through proper chemical segregation and storage.
• Verify incoming raw materials and finished goods by confirming lot numbers and item quantities.
• Direct warehouse personnel by managing performance, enforcing company policies, and addressing disciplinary matters to ensure team productivity.
• Maintain high inventory precision by reconciling receipts with purchase orders and conducting regular cycle counts.
• Guarantee that all materials are correctly stored, documented, and labeled to support efficient operations.
• Assess freight carrier performance, track shipping expenditures, audit invoices, and resolve freight-related claims.
• Control departmental spending to ensure alignment with approved budgetary goals.
• Uphold rigorous safety and hygiene standards while identifying ways to improve overall warehouse efficiency.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous professional development within the logistics team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a comparable level of professional experience.
• At least 5 years of experience managing logistics within a manufacturing setting.
• Proven background in handling international shipping and logistics.
• Practical experience in managing inventory systems.
• Proficiency in utilizing ERP software for logistics operations.
• Advanced technical skills in Microsoft 365.

Specific Requirements

• Active IMDG/IATA certification for the packaging and transport of hazardous materials.
• Full-time, exempt status.
• Standard work schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Flexibility is available, provided core hours of 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. are met.
• Total commitment of 37.5 hours per week.
• Travel is not a requirement for this role.
• Physical ability to occasionally walk, stand, sit, reach, handle items, and climb stairs.
• Capacity to lift or move supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.

Key Competencies

• Expertise in domestic and global shipping/receiving processes.
• Knowledge of handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Understanding of IMDG and IATA regulatory requirements.
• Competence in inventory control and cycle counting methodologies.
• Proficiency in warehouse management and material storage.
• Skill in managing freight carriers, costs, and claims.
• Technical experience with ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Strong organizational and prioritization capabilities.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Ability to align logistics workflows across various departments.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety and industrial hygiene protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working within a unionized labor environment.

Work Environment

This role is split between administrative and industrial settings. You will utilize standard office tools while maintaining a constant presence in the warehouse to oversee logistics operations. The typical work week runs Monday through Friday from 7:0 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a requirement to be present during core hours of 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. No travel is expected.

Additional Information

This summary outlines the primary scope and expectations of the position but is not a comprehensive list of every task or requirement. Management may assign further responsibilities as business needs evolve.