Logistics Manager

Ecolab; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 121,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead the Philadelphia distribution facility. You will oversee end-to-end distribution activities, including order processing, inventory control, warehousing, transportation, and fleet operations, partnering with HQ logistics peers, sales leadership, and customers to drive performance.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years in logistics, with strong leadership, data analytics, and change-management skills to implement process improvements,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Transportation, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, warehousing, or supply chain management.
• Experience leading logistics operations in a complex environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proven ability to analyze data and implement process improvements.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all logistics and distribution activities for a medium-sized facility or region.
• Manage order processing, inventory, warehousing, transportation, and fleet operations.
• Develop and execute logistics strategies to improve service levels and cost performance.
• Partner with HQ teams, local sales management, and customers to resolve issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using data and performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards and lead the team.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Logistics operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Transportation, or related field

Tools

ERP/WMS

Job description

Ecolab is seeking a Logistics Manager to manage our Philadelphia distribution facility. As a Logistics Manager, you will lead and optimize end-to-end physical distribution activities including order processing, inventory control, warehousing, transportation, fleet operations, and logistics planning. You will play a critical leadership role by collaborating with headquarters logistics peers, local sales leadership, and customers to resolve operational challenges and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

What’s In It For You

• Opportunity to lead logistics operations with regional or network-wide impact
• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration with sales, operations, and headquarters teams
• Ability to drive process improvement and innovation across supply chain operations
• Career growth within a global, industry-leading organization
• A culture that values safety, sustainability, and operational excellence

What You Will Do

• Lead all logistics and distribution activities for a medium-sized facility or region, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations
• Manage order processing, inventory control, warehousing, transportation, and fleet operations
• Develop and execute logistics strategies to improve service levels, operational efficiency, and cost performance
• Partner with HQ logistics teams, local sales management, and customers to resolve issues and develop programs that enhance customer satisfaction
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using data and performance metrics
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of logistics professionals
• Oversee customer service functions where applicable, ensuring high service delivery standards
• Interface with other operations functions to align supply chain execution with business objectives

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Transportation, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, warehousing, or supply chain management
• Demonstrated experience managing logistics operations in a complex environment
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Proven ability to analyze data and implement process improvements
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-site or regional logistics operations
• Knowledge of fleet management and transportation optimization
• Familiarity with ERP or warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Lean/Six Sigma or continuous improvement certification
• Experience working in a global or matrixed organization
• Strong customer-facing experience with a focus on service excellence

Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range

The base salary range for this position is $120,500.00 - $180,700.00. This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.