Senior Logistics Lead for Critical Data Center Freight

Data Center Storage and Logistics; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Data Center Storage and Logistics is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead our dispatch and freight coordination for critical data center projects. You will own permitting, manage carriers and schedules, and ensure real-time communication with customers, drivers, and project managers.

In a fast-paced environment, you will drive operational excellence, optimize TMS/WMS usage, and maintain audit-ready documentation while guiding a growing logistics team and collaborating with cross-functional

Qualifications

• 8+ years in logistics or supply chain with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record scaling a logistics function.
• Deep knowledge of domestic and OS/OW freight and 3PL management.
• Experience implementing or optimizing TMS and/or WMS.
• Strong analytical skills for data-driven decisions.
• Experience managing carrier and vendor relationships, including contracts.
• Knowledge of DOT, hazmat, and customs compliance.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Willingness to travel to DCSL locations.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers and trucks, manage routes, schedules, and load assignments.
• Coordinate freight movements including LTL, FTL, OS/OW and special loads.
• Coordinate delivery schedules for data center infrastructure.
• Communicate in real time with carriers, drivers, customers, PMs, and supervisors.
• Enter dispatch and billing details into TMS and other systems.
• Prepare and review shipping documents (BOLs, packing lists).
• Maintain audit-ready documentation for freight movements.
• Support DOT/hazmat compliance and permits as applicable.
• Partner with warehouse operations to align freight with inbound/outbound workflows.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement for transportation operations.

Skills

Logistics leadership

Data-driven decisions

Carrier management

TMS/WMS optimization

Contract negotiation

DOT/hazmat/compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business

Tools

TMS

WMS

Job description

Data Center Storage and Logistics is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead our dispatch and freight coordination for critical data center projects. You will own permitting, manage carriers and schedules, and ensure real-time communication with customers, drivers, and project managers.

In a fast-paced environment, you will drive operational excellence, optimize TMS/WMS usage, and maintain audit-ready documentation while guiding a growing logistics team and collaborating with cross-functional