Logistics Manager: Lead Freight, Cut Costs, Mentor Team

Honor Foods; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Eligible

401(k) Match Up to 6%

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Honor Foods in Kissimmee, FL (On-Site) is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to lead a logistics team, manage carrier relationships, and keep freight moving efficiently. This role requires ownership mindset, problem solving, and an ability to turn challenges into opportunities.

You will oversee freight planning, vendor negotiations, and KPI monitoring while driving cost control and profitability. This hands-on leadership position reports to the operations leader and focuses on measurable

Qualifications

• Proven logistics management experience, preferably in distribution, transportation, or freight operations.
• Experience leading and developing a logistics team.
• Strong background in carrier management, freight negotiations, and cost control.
• Experience managing logistics KPIs, freight rates, and service performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Team: Coach, develop, and hold Logistics Coordinators accountable for performance.
• Own the Freight: Oversee daily freight planning, shipment coordination, and carrier performance.
• Build Partnerships: Manage carrier relationships, support negotiations, and strengthen service agreements.
• Drive Savings: Analyze freight rates, transportation costs, and opportunities to improve profitability.
• Know Your Numbers: Track KPIs, service levels, shipping expenses, and operational performance.
• Solve Problems: Take charge of shipment delays, carrier issues, and service disruptions.
• Improve the Process: Identify inefficiencies, streamline workflows, and implement solutions that work.
• Collaborate: Partner with internal departments to keep shipments accurate, efficient, and on schedule.

Skills

Logistics management

Team leadership

Carrier management

Freight negotiations

Cost control

KPI tracking

Excel/Spreadsheet analysis

Tools

Carrier management platforms

Freight management systems

Job description

Honor Foods in Kissimmee, FL (On-Site) is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to lead a logistics team, manage carrier relationships, and keep freight moving efficiently. This role requires ownership mindset, problem solving, and an ability to turn challenges into opportunities.

You will oversee freight planning, vendor negotiations, and KPI monitoring while driving cost control and profitability. This hands-on leadership position reports to the operations leader and focuses on measurable