Logistics Manager

Ratto Bros, Inc.; Modesto (CA); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ratto Bros, Inc. in Modesto, CA is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee daily transportation and warehouse operations, ensuring timely, cost-efficient movement of freight.

You will manage inbound and outbound shipments, coordinate with carriers and warehouse teams, schedule dock appointments, and keep all shipping communications accurate. The role leads our transportation team, ensures DOT/HOS compliance, monitors carrier performance, and supports continuous improvement to reduce costs and

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 3–5 years in logistics/transportation roles.
• Experience with budgeting and carrier management.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and oversee transportation team.
• Ensure ELD compliance and FMCSA HOS rules.
• Schedule and manage warehouse dock appointments.
• Communicate loading requirements to staff.
• Ensure accurate shipping documentation.
• Coordinate with carriers for pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor carrier performance and costs.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce transportation costs.
• Provide guidance to subordinates.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Bilingual en/es

Regulatory knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Herramientas

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Logistics Manager# Logistics ManagerHot JobModesto , CA 95358## OverviewSalary Range$75,000.00 - $120,000.00 Salary/yearJob ShiftSwing## Description**SUMMARY:**The Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily transportation and warehouse logistics operations to ensure the timely, efficient, and cost-effective movement of freight. This position manages inbound and outbound shipments, coordinates with carriers and warehouse teams, schedules dock appointments, and ensures accurate communication throughout the shipping process. The position will also oversee our transportation team.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES*** Manage and oversee the transportation team – Class A drivers* Manage and oversee to ensure our Samsara program for electronic logging device (ELD) is being properly used and ensure that RBI is following Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) DOT rules in relation to Hours of Service (HOS)* Ensure all company drivers are following the DOT 70 hour/8-day rule.* Manage transportation schedules and adjust appointments as needed based on inventory, production schedules, warehouse capacity, and carrier availability.* Schedule and manage warehouse appointments for both inboundand outbound loads, coordinating available dock times with warehouse personnel, carriers, drivers, suppliers, and customers.* Communicate appointment times, loading/unloading requirements, and special instructions to all order selectors and shipping/receiving personnel.* Ensure accurate shipping and receiving documentation, including bills of lading, packing lists, delivery appointments, and proof of delivery.* Work closely with warehouse operations to prioritize and coordinate loading and unloading activities.* Monitor warehouse capacity and dock availability to prevent scheduling conflicts, delays, and detention.* Coordinate with carriers to schedule pickups and deliveries and ensure loads arrive within designated appointment windows.* Ensure all Third-Party Carriers (3PL) have a Carrier Agreement on File and meet all Insurance and DOT requirements* Monitor carrier performance, on-time pickup and delivery, detention, accessorial charges, and other transportation metrics.* Obtain quotes and award loads to approved Carriers for all lanes needed for delivery or pick up of finished product.* Assist with freight claims, shortages, damages, delivery discrepancies, and other transportation-related issues.* Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce transportation costs, improve service levels, and maximize warehouse efficiency.* Track shipments and proactively communicate delays, changes, or issues to internal teams, warehouses, carriers, and customers.* Perform any other duties as assigned.* Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.## Qualifications**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:*** A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or another relevant field is preferred.* Minimum 3-5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, warehousing, or a related field.* Experience developing, building, and driving operational budgets.* Strong understanding of transportation, freight scheduling, and warehouse operations.* Experience working with carriers, drivers, warehouses, vendors, and customers.* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adjust to changing priorities.* Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.* Demonstrated superior statistical and analytical skills,* Must be proficient in the use of standard software programs.* Must be detailed-oriented and deadline sensitive.* High degree of initiative, creativity, and problem solving ability.* High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with normal activities.* Strong collaboration skills across multiple disciplines; must be a team player.* Bilingual in English and Spanish is helpful but not required.* Well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to get along well with diverse personalities, cultural backgrounds, and languages.* Thorough working knowledge with Continuous Improvement concepts.