Logistics Manager at CRP Industries Cranbury, NJ

CRP Industries; Cranbury Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare benefits beginning

Wellness programs

Paid Time Off – 18 days per year

Job summary

CRP Industries in Cranbury, NJ seeks a hands-on Logistics Manager to lead inbound freight from PO release to receipt. You will work with suppliers, carriers, customs brokers, and internal teams to improve visibility, control costs, and ensure reliable product availability.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in a related field and 10+ years in inbound transportation/logistics, with ERP/WMS and Incoterms knowledge. This role reports to the VP Operations and leads logistics staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in supply chain related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive inbound transportation or logistics experience.
• Experience coordinating domestic and international transportation (ocean, air, truckload, intermodal).
• Working knowledge of customs brokerage, import documentation, HTSUS, duties and Incoterms.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, and transportation-management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound orders end-to-end.
• Maintain accurate purchase order, shipment, delivery, and tracking information.
• Select transportation modes and routes.
• Consolidate freight and negotiate competitive rates and service levels with carriers, forwarders, and brokers.
• Coordinate customs clearance, duties, tariffs, import documentation, HTSUS classification, and compliance requirements.
• Establish clear routing, documentation, communication, and escalation expectations.
• Identify and resolve shipment delays, discrepancies, claims, receiving issues, and freight‑invoice errors.
• Monitor logistics performance.
• Develop contingency plans for transportation disruptions, port delays, customs holds, capacity shortages, and other supply‑chain risks.
• Standardize and improve logistics processes.
• Lead and develop assigned logistics staff.

Skills

Inbound transportation

Freight management

Supply chain operations

ERP/WMS experience

Data analysis

Negotiation

Cross-functional leadership

Customs/Incoterms knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Transportation management systems

Shipment tracking tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Job Description Job Description Description: Logistics Manager CRP Industries is seeking a hands‑on, results‑oriented Logistics Manager to lead our inbound freight operation. Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, this role manages domestic and international shipments from purchase order release through final delivery and receipt. The Logistics Manager will work across suppliers, carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, Purchasing, Inventory Planning, Warehouse Operations, Accounting, and other internal teams to improve shipment visibility, control freight costs, resolve exceptions, and support reliable product availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage inbound orders end-to-end.
• Maintain accurate purchase order, shipment, delivery, and tracking information.
• Select transportation modes and routes.
• Consolidate freight and negotiate competitive rates and service levels with carriers, forwarders, and brokers.
• Coordinate customs clearance, duties, tariffs, import documentation, HTSUS classification, and compliance requirements.
• Establish clear routing, documentation, communication, and escalation expectations.
• Identify and resolve shipment delays, discrepancies, claims, receiving issues, and freight‑invoice errors.
• Monitor logistics performance.
• Develop contingency plans for transportation disruptions, port delays, customs holds, capacity shortages, and other supply‑chain risks.
• Standardize and improve logistics processes.
• Lead and develop assigned logistics staff.

What Success Looks Like

• Shipments are delivered on time.
• Freight costs are controlled.
• ERP and shipment‑tracking data are accurate, current, and trusted.
• Customs and import requirements are managed accurately and proactively.
• Shipment risks and exceptions are identified early and resolved promptly.
• Suppliers and logistics providers meet clear expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, operations, business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 10 years minimum progressive experience in inbound transportation, freight, logistics, or supply‑chain operations.
• Experience coordinating domestic and international transportation, including ocean, air, truckload, less‑than‑truckload, parcel, and intermodal services.
• Working knowledge of customs brokerage, import documentation, duties, tariffs, HTSUS classification and Incoterms.
• Experience with the CTPAT program.
• Familiarity with FTZ operation a plus.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, transportation‑management, shipment‑tracking, reporting, and data‑analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage service providers, lead employees, influence cross‑functional partners, and deliver measurable results.

Why Join CRP Industries?

CRP is a 70-year old family/veteran owned business and is one of North America's leading suppliers to the automotive and industrial service markets, providing the top professionals in North America with the quality components and innovative solutions they need to do their job. The company provides some of the most recognized brand names in the NAFTA market, including, REIN Automotive parts, AAE steering products, Pentosin technical fluids, AJUSA engine parts, Reinflex high‑pressure thermoplastic hose, and Perske high‑speed motors. CRP Industries Inc. operates key office facilities and distribution centers throughout North America. As a third generation, veteran‑owned family business, CRP is proud of their reputation for delivering Quality, Service, and Trust.

CRP offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes;

• Health and Welfare benefits beginning the first of the month after your hire date
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off – 18 days per year, starts accruing from day one!!!
• Great people who live our Values!

At CRP Industries, logistics directly affects customer service, inventory availability, and operating performance. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of a critical business process, solve meaningful operational challenges, and build a more visible, reliable, and cost‑effective inbound logistics operation.