Logistics Manager - Rail, Truck & Barge Transportation

SteveRecruiter, LLC; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SteveRecruiter, LLC is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee inbound and outbound transportation for a large industrial facility in Little Rock, Arkansas. This role requires hands-on leadership of multimodal freight operations—rail, truck, and barge—with a focus on cost optimization, carrier management, and timely movement of materials.

Responsibilities include coordinating railcar scheduling, barge shipments, negotiating freight rates, and ensuring compliance with DOT/FRA regulations while

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of logistics experience in heavy industrial settings.
• Hands-on experience coordinating rail, truck, and barge.
• Experience negotiating freight contracts and managing providers.
• Proficiency with ERP and transportation management software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inbound and outbound transportation using rail, truck, and barge.
• Coordinate railcar scheduling and barge shipments.
• Negotiate freight rates and manage carrier contracts.
• Monitor transportation costs and KPIs.
• Lead continuous improvement in logistics efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FRA, and other regulations.
• Utilize ERP and TMS to monitor shipments.

Skills

Logistics management

Multimodal transportation

Rail coordination

Freight negotiation

ERP & TMS proficiency

Data analysis

Strategic cost optimization

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Transportation Management System (TMS)

Job description

Logistics Manager – Rail, Truck & Barge Transportation

Location: Little Rock, AR

We are seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to oversee inbound and outbound transportation operations for a large industrial facility in Little Rock, Arkansas. This role requires hands‑on experience managing multimodal freight transportation, specifically rail, over‑the‑road trucking, and inland waterway barge operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing freight costs, managing carrier relationships, and ensuring efficient, timely movement of materials and products.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage inbound and outbound transportation utilizing rail, truck, and barge.
• Coordinate railcar scheduling, barge shipments, and over‑the‑road freight movements.
• Negotiate freight rates, manage carrier contracts, and monitor transportation costs and performance KPIs.
• Develop relationships with railroad operators, barge companies, freight brokers, and transportation providers.
• Optimize rail, port, and transloading operations to improve delivery performance and reduce costs.
• Oversee shipping documentation, including bills of lading, rail and barge manifests, and international shipping paperwork.
• Coordinate inventory movements between facilities, warehouses, yards, and customer locations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable DOT, FRA, and transportation regulations.
• Utilize ERP and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to monitor shipments and analyze freight performance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on logistics efficiency, cost reduction, and carrier performance.

Required Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of logistics experience, preferably in heavy industrial or large‑scale transportation environments.
• Hands‑on experience coordinating all three transportation modes: rail, truck, and inland waterway barge.
• Strong knowledge of railcar scheduling, railroad coordination, and rail fleet operations.
• Experience managing barge transportation on inland river systems.
• Experience negotiating freight contracts and managing third‑party transportation providers.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and transportation management software.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Mississippi and Arkansas River transportation networks.
• Familiarity with port operations, transloading, and intermodal logistics.
• Knowledge of international shipping, customs, and export compliance.
• Lean supply chain or Six Sigma training or certification.