Logistics Manager – Manistee Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Manistee (MI); On-site; USD 89,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Logistics Manager for opportunities in Manistee, MI. This role focuses on coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, optimizing freight, and leading a small logistics team.

You will work with manufacturers in the Manistee region and help ensure on-time delivery and compliance with regulations. Salary ranges from $89,000 to $135,000 based on experience, with the potential for growth as you establish relationships across carriers, warehouses, and suppliers in

Qualifications

• Five+ years of logistics or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with inventory and cost reporting.
• Experience negotiating freight rates and managing carrier relationships.
• Experience leading and developing a small team.

Responsibilities

• Resolve delivery delays, damaged shipments, and supplier issues.
• Plan and schedule inbound and outbound shipments to meet production and customer needs.
• Coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, and third party logistics providers.
• Track inventory levels and reconcile discrepancies in warehouse records.
• Manage shipping documentation, including bills of lading and customs paperwork.
• Monitor transportation costs and identify opportunities to reduce freight spend.
• Supervise warehouse and logistics staff and set daily work priorities.

Skills

Transportation management

Warehouse management systems

Freight cost negotiation

Excel

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Description:

Logistics Manager | Manistee, MI

Salary Range: $89,000 – $135,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling as a logistics manager? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Manistee area seeking skilled Logistics Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Logistics Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Manistee in Manistee County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Filer City, Frankfort, Elberta, and Kaleva.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Manistee region seeking Logistics Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates – not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Resolve delivery delays, damaged shipments, and supplier issues.
• Maintain compliance with safety, import, and export regulations.
• Plan and schedule inbound and outbound shipments to meet production and customer needs.
• Coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, and third party logistics providers.
• Track inventory levels and reconcile discrepancies in warehouse records.
• Manage shipping documentation, including bills of lading and customs paperwork.
• Monitor transportation costs and identify opportunities to reduce freight spend.
• Supervise warehouse and logistics staff and set daily work priorities.

Recommended Qualifications

• Working knowledge of transportation management and warehouse management systems.
• Experience negotiating freight rates and managing carrier relationships.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort with inventory and cost reporting.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a small team.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.
• Five or more years of logistics or supply chain experience in manufacturing.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Bilingual communication skills for supplier and carrier contacts.
• APICS or similar supply chain certification.
• Experience with international shipping and customs compliance.
• Familiarity with lean or continuous improvement methods.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Transportation Manager, Warehouse Manager, Materials Manager, Logistics Supervisor, Supply Chain Coordinator, Inventory Manager, Freight Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Distribution Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Salary Package:

$ 89,000.00 – 135,000.00 (US Dollar)