Manager Logistics

Southland Industries Inc.; Brandywine (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan (50% match)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Training and memberships

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Logistics/MEP Fabrication and Warehouse Lead to manage and optimize fleet, tool and warehouse operations. You will direct supervisors, coordinate deliveries and uphold OSHA safety standards while aligning with project goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, inventory control, process improvement and collaboration with OPS, purchasing and quality control to ensure timely, accurate material handling across sites.

Qualifications

• Requires 8+ years in logistics, distribution, purchasing and inventory control including people management.
• Advanced understanding of logistics, distribution, inventory control, purchasing, scheduling and cost control.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• General understanding of union policies, procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and direction to supervisors and employees; ensures duties are clearly assigned.
• Serves as technical adviser for tools and logistics; communicates with project personnel on requirements.
• Maintains liaison with OPS, purchasing, quality control, safety and field teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Manages inventory maintenance of production materials and supplies.
• Develops and implements processes to improve productivity and quality.
• Trains and evaluates personnel for warehousing processes within logistics and tools.
• Oversees safety program compliance with OSHA rules and shop safety requirements.
• Provides coaching and performance feedback; participates in hiring decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team supervision

Cost control

Union policies

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

Manages, organizes, directs and controls MEP fabrication, tool and warehouse logistics. Provides leadership and direction to logistical aspects of the workforce and ensures that all deliveries to each project are coordinated and completed in a timely, efficient, and safe manner. In addition, this role manages Department of Transportation requirements for department fleet.

Position Details

• Provides leadership and direction to supervisors and employees. Ensures duties and tasks are clearly assigned and completed efficiently.
• Serves as technical adviser for tools and logistics. Partners with and maintains frequent communication with key project personnel. Ensures they are kept informed on logistical requirements and addresses issues.
• Maintains liaison with other departments (OPS, purchasing, quality control, safety, field, etc.) to ensure all required materials are delivered on-time and correctly. Maintains close communication with project leaders on shipping/receiving and storage needs.
• Manages inventory maintenance of production materials and supplies.
• Develops and implements processes to improve productivity and product quality.
• Trains, evaluates and maintains personnel qualified for warehouses specific process within logistics and tools.
• Oversees the implementation safety program, adherence to OSHA rules and regulations, and compliance with shop safety requirements for all personnel, including employees and visitors.
• Provides coaching and performance feedback to direct reports; participates in hiring and termination decisions.
• Support strategic initiative as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in logistics, distribution, purchasing, and inventory control, including people management experience
• Advanced understanding of logistics, distribution, inventory control, purchasing, scheduling and cost control
• Ability to supervise and motivate groups
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems before major difficulties develop
• Excellent project management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• General understanding of union policies, procedures and standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid MS Office skills, including Word, Excel, etc.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer **** and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.