Strategic Construction Logistics Lead

The Weitz Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Benefits Package with HSA/FSA

Disability Programs

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead and optimize logistics, purchasing, and material movement for Houston construction projects. This role requires coordinating shipments, managing inventory, and ensuring on-time delivery within budgets.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, vendor negotiation, and data-driven decision-making skills, with experience in fast-paced construction environments and multiple site coordination.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, freight forwarding, purchasing, warehouse operations, or a related field.
• Previous experience managing/leading a team required.
• Experience coordinating freight and transportation, including FTL, LTL, oversized, and specialized shipments.
• Experience purchasing materials, equipment, tools, and/or supplies for construction projects is desired.
• Experience managing inventory and material movement across multiple locations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate logistics operations supporting construction projects from procurement through delivery and final use.
• Purchase materials, equipment, tools, supplies, and other items ensuring purchases are made timely and within established budgets.
• Coordinate local and long-distance shipments, including FTL, LTL, oversized, specialized, and other freight movements.
• Research and compile transportation, material, and logistics costs for quotes; analyze pricing and recommend the most effective solutions.
• Coordinate with project teams to understand material requirements, delivery schedules, priorities, and changing project needs.
• Develop and maintain logistics, purchasing, inventory, and shipment schedules to ensure materials and equipment are available when needed.

Skills

Logistics leadership

Vendor negotiation

Project coordination

Inventory management

Cost analysis

Communication skills

Data analysis

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Weitz Company is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead and optimize logistics, purchasing, and material movement for Houston construction projects. This role requires coordinating shipments, managing inventory, and ensuring on-time delivery within budgets.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, vendor negotiation, and data-driven decision-making skills, with experience in fast-paced construction environments and multiple site coordination.