Logistics Manager

Aston Carter; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Personal time

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Aston Carter in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Logistics Lead to oversee transportation operations and carrier coordination on a permanent, on-site basis. You will manage shipments from assignment to delivery, optimize load board coverage, and maintain TMS updates while balancing service quality, profitability, and customer expectations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years of logistics experience, with supervisory capabilities and a track record of leading teams in

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, dispatch, fleet operations, or supply chain management.
• Previous supervisory or management experience within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Experience managing carriers, dispatch operations, inventory, and customer service functions.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive operational results.

Responsibilities

• Transportation Operations
• Coordinate and manage shipments from assignment through delivery
• Monitor and maintain load boards to ensure timely coverage
• Source and secure carrier capacity within established rate guidelines
• Maintain accurate shipment status updates within the transportation management system (TMS)
• Monitor pickups and deliveries to ensure performance standards are met
• Identify shipment delays and service risks proactively
• Resolve transportation exceptions and operational issues
• Escalate unresolved concerns with documented action steps
• Carrier & Customer Service
• Serve as primary point of contact for carriers and transportation providers
• Build and maintain strong carrier relationships
• Provide proactive shipment updates, ETAs, and exception notifications
• Partner closely with account management and operations teams
• Troubleshoot service issues and coordinate resolutions
• Balance carrier needs, customer expectations, and profitability goals
• Deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment
• Financial & Administrative
• Monitor profitability on assigned shipments
• Document carrier rejections and capacity issues
• Support operational reporting and data accuracy
• Assist with transportation performance tracking

Skills

Logistics leadership

Carriers management

Team supervision

Operations planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics or business administration

Job description

Hours

Hiring for first shift! Must be flexible to work Monday-Friday and some Saturdays - 8:30am-5pm

Logistics Lead

Hours

Hiring for first shift! Must be flexible to work Monday-Friday and some Saturdays - 8:30am-5pm

Onsite/Field role. Must be willing to local or willing to commute to Plymouth, MI

Must Haves

• Completed Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, dispatch, fleet operations, or supply chain management.
• Previous supervisory or management experience within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Experience managing carriers, dispatch operations, inventory, and customer service functions.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive operational results.

Key Responsibilities

• Transportation Operations
• Coordinate and manage shipments from assignment through delivery
• Monitor and maintain load boards to ensure timely coverage
• Source and secure carrier capacity within established rate guidelines
• Maintain accurate shipment status updates within the transportation management system (TMS)
• Monitor pickups and deliveries to ensure performance standards are met
• Identify shipment delays and service risks proactively
• Resolve transportation exceptions and operational issues
• Escalate unresolved concerns with documented action steps
• Carrier & Customer Service
• Serve as primary point of contact for carriers and transportation providers
• Build and maintain strong carrier relationships
• Provide proactive shipment updates, ETAs, and exception notifications
• Partner closely with account management and operations teams
• Troubleshoot service issues and coordinate resolutions
• Balance carrier needs, customer expectations, and profitability goals
• Deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment
• Financial & Administrative
• Monitor profitability on assigned shipments
• Document carrier rejections and capacity issues
• Support operational reporting and data accuracy
• Assist with transportation performance tracking

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Plymouth, MI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Direct, long term role, salary role, 2 weeks of PTO, extra week of personal time (prorated for the rest of the year), Med, Vision, and dental.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plymouth,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.