Logistics Operations Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Personal time off

Medical

Vision

Dental

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Logistics Lead for a permanent, onsite role in Plymouth, MI. The position requires robust experience in transportation operations, carrier management, and a proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment.

You will coordinate shipments, manage capacity, and ensure service levels while maintaining strong client and carrier relationships. The role offers comprehensive benefits and is designed for candidates who can drive profitability and operational excellence

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee Transportation Operations from assignment to delivery.
• Coordinate and manage shipments; monitor load boards.
• Source and secure carrier capacity within rate guidelines.
• Maintain shipment status updates in the TMS.
• Monitor pickups and deliveries; ensure performance standards.
• Identify delays and service risks; resolve issues.
• Provide proactive shipment updates and ETAs.
• Build strong carrier relationships; act as primary contact.
• Balance carrier needs with profitability and customer service.
• Support operational reporting and data accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Carrier management

Dispatch operations

Inventory management

Customer service

Prioritization

Operational results

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business Administration

Tools

Transportation Management System (TMS)

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Logistics Lead for a permanent, onsite role in Plymouth, MI. The position requires robust experience in transportation operations, carrier management, and a proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment.

You will coordinate shipments, manage capacity, and ensure service levels while maintaining strong client and carrier relationships. The role offers comprehensive benefits and is designed for candidates who can drive profitability and operational excellence