Manager, Logistics

Jobtailor; New Jersey; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager in New Jersey to oversee domestic transportation and international shipping operations. You will coordinate import/export activities, work with carriers and internal partners, and monitor service levels and costs to improve efficiency.

The role requires leadership, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring regulatory compliance and process standardization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations
• Experience coordinating domestic and/or international shipments and import/export processes
• Leadership experience with small teams preferred
• Working knowledge of transportation operations, carrier management, and logistics processes
• Familiarity with TMS, WMS, freight payment systems, and Excel
• Basic understanding of trade compliance requirements and documentation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and identify efficiency improvements
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams, carriers, and external partners
• Coaching and performance feedback to team members
• Commitment to service excellence and timely issue resolution
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Support domestic transportation and international logistics processes
• Coordinate import/export activities and ensure regulatory compliance
• Partner with internal stakeholders on planning and forecasting
• Assist in managing carrier and third-party logistics relationships
• Participate in carrier performance reviews and monitor service levels and costs
• Contribute to logistics improvement initiatives and network optimization
• Ensure consistent use of transportation systems and improve efficiency
• Provide day-to-day direction and support to logistics team members
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments for timely execution and policy adherence
• Coach, train, and provide performance feedback to team members

Skills

Logistics Management

Carrier Management

Import/Export Coordination

Data Analysis

Team Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, or related field

Tools

TMS

WMS

Freight Payment Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Support the implementation and day-to-day execution of domestic transportation and international logistics processes
Coordinate import/export activities and ensure shipments comply with regulatory and company requirements
Partner with internal stakeholders on planning and forecasting activities
Assist in managing carrier and third-party logistics provider relationships
Participate in carrier performance reviews and monitor service levels, costs, and operational effectiveness
Support sourcing events and provide input into carrier evaluations
Contribute to logistics improvement initiatives, network optimization, and process standardization
Ensure consistent use of transportation systems and improve efficiency, cost control, and service levels
Provide day-to-day direction and support to logistics team members
Monitor inbound and outbound shipment activities for timely execution and policy adherence
Support team development through coaching, training, and performance feedback

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations
• Experience coordinating domestic and/or international shipments, including exposure to import/export processes and regulatory requirements
• Prior experience supervising or leading small teams preferred
• Working knowledge of transportation operations, carrier management, and logistics processes
• Familiarity with TMS, WMS, freight payment systems, and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel
• Basic understanding of trade compliance requirements and documentation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and identify efficiency improvements
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, carriers, and external partners
• Ability to provide day-to-day direction, coaching, and support to team members
• Ability to identify issues, gather relevant information, and implement practical solutions
• Commitment to service excellence and timely issue resolution
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in logistics and transportation management, with a strong focus on coordinating domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and optimizing operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams, manage carrier relationships, and implement process improvements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Logistics Management
• Carrier Management
• Import/Export Coordination
• Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• Team Leadership

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Logistics Operations
• Supply Chain Management
• Transportation Coordination
• Regulatory Compliance
• Process Standardization
• Network Optimization
• Performance Monitoring
• Cost Control
• Trade Compliance
• Data Analysis

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Collaboration
• Coaching
• Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail

Industry Keywords

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Supply Chain
• Import/Export
• Carrier Performance

Tools & Technologies

• Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Freight Payment Systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office