Multimodal Logistics Manager: Rail, Truck & Barge

Horan Hiring Solutions, LLC; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Logistics Manager – Rail, Truck & Barge Transportation is sought for a large industrial facility in Little Rock, AR. You will oversee inbound and outbound multimodal freight, optimize costs, manage carrier relationships, and ensure timely movement of materials.

Key duties include coordinating railcar scheduling, barge shipments and over-the-road moves; negotiating freight rates; ensuring DOT and FRA compliance; and leveraging ERP and TMS systems to monitor performance and drive continuous

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of logistics experience in heavy industrial or large-scale transportation.
• Experience coordinating rail, truck, and barge operations.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Proficiency with ERP and Transportation Management Software.

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 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.

Skills

Logistics management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

TMS

Job description

Logistics Manager – Rail, Truck & Barge Transportation is sought for a large industrial facility in Little Rock, AR. You will oversee inbound and outbound multimodal freight, optimize costs, manage carrier relationships, and ensure timely movement of materials.

Key duties include coordinating railcar scheduling, barge shipments and over-the-road moves; negotiating freight rates; ensuring DOT and FRA compliance; and leveraging ERP and TMS systems to monitor performance and drive continuous