Strategic Logistics Manager — Columbia, SC

Flex; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex in Columbia, SC is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead transportation, warehousing, inventory, and distribution across the supply chain. You will partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Customer Service to drive cost efficiency, improve on-time delivery, and support the SpinCo transition planned for 2027.

This role offers a path to strategic impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment and the chance to help shape Flex's logistics strategy during a major

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Typically requires 8+ years of progressive logistics and supply chain experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience leading transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and distribution operations.
• A strong manufacturing background with experience driving operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives is preferred.
• Tariff and tariff code knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee transportation, and distribution operations to ensure the efficient flow of materials and finished goods across the supply chain.
• Develop and execute logistics strategies that optimize service levels, improve operational efficiency, and reduce overall transportation and distribution costs.
• Establish, monitor, and report on key logistics performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time delivery, freight spend, and customer service metrics.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Customer Service teams to align logistics activities with business objectives and customer requirements.
• Manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics providers to ensure cost-effective, reliable, and compliant transportation services.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing logistics processes, strengthening supply chain performance, and mitigating operational risks.
• Oversee logistics systems, reporting tools, and data accuracy to support informed decision-making and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Drive logistics planning, forecasting, and resource allocation activities to support business growth, improve operational performance, and achieve customer satisfaction goals.

Skills

Transportation management

Warehousing

Inventory management

Leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Flex in Columbia, SC is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead transportation, warehousing, inventory, and distribution across the supply chain. You will partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Customer Service to drive cost efficiency, improve on-time delivery, and support the SpinCo transition planned for 2027.

This role offers a path to strategic impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment and the chance to help shape Flex's logistics strategy during a major