Third Party Logistics Network Manager

ADP, Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Organic Dairy, based in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking a seasoned Third Party Logistics Network Manager to lead and optimize our 3PL warehouse network and shuttle operations. This role requires managing partner relationships, coordinating performance, and driving efficiency across the network.

The role also emphasizes budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, with a need for strong analytical and leadership skills to guide cross-functional teams and deliver reliable service across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in supply chain operations with 3PL experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Financial acumen including budgeting and forecasting.
• ERP systems and inventory reconciliation experience required.
• Infor M3 experience preferred.
• Food/beverage supply chain experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage third-party warehouse network and shuttle operations with partners.
• Set and monitor 3PL performance expectations, including inventory accuracy and FEFO.
• Identify opportunities to improve network efficiency and standardization.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and cost reporting for 3PL and shuttle networks.
• Review invoices and pursue cost reductions while balancing service and capacity.
• Oversee inventory reconciliation between AOD systems and 3PL records.
• Coordinate daily shuttle ops with production planning.
• Monitor shuttle execution, load accuracy, and service performance.
• Lead the shuttle and 3PL coordination team.
• Provide visibility to leadership on performance, risks, and costs.
• Maintain cross-functional relationships and timely issue communication.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Sales, Customer Service, and Plant Ops.
• Pursue ongoing training and industry development.
• Support a 24/7 operating environment, including occasional after-hours issues.
• Travel as needed to facilities and 3PL locations.

Skills

5+ years in supply chain/logistics

3PL management

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Infor M3

ERP systems

Job description

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Third Party Logistics Network Manager

Management Boulder, CO, US

Salary Range: $110,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually

About Aurora Organic Dairy

Aurora Organic Dairy is committed to delivering organic dairy integrity, from cow to carton, to everyone, everywhere. Guided by our focus on animals, people, and planet, we produce high-quality organic dairy products while caring for our cows, supporting our employees, investing in our communities, and operating with responsible stewardship. Our team is driven by values that include organic commitment, compassion, teamwork, excellence, transparency, entrepreneurial thinking, and stewardship. At AOD, every role contributes to meaningful work that supports safe, high-quality food, a respectful workplace, and a more sustainable future.

Purpose

The 3PL Network Manager is responsible for the overall performance, coordination, and continuous improvement of Aurora Organic Dairy’s third-party warehouse network and shuttle transportation operations. This role ensures finished goods are positioned efficiently and accurately across the network while maintaining strong operational relationships with 3PL partners. The role manages capacity and service performance and drives resolution of inventory, cost, and operational issues.

3PL Network Management

• Manage AOD’s third-party warehouse network, including day-to-day partner relationships, service performance, capacity planning, warehouse utilization, and resolution of operational issues.
• Establish and monitor 3PL performance expectations, including inventory accuracy, receiving performance, product handling, code-date/FEFO compliance, and corrective action plans when service expectations are not met.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve network efficiency, service, capacity utilization, and standardization across 3PL locations.
• Own financial performance for AOD’s 3PL warehouse and shuttle network, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting of storage, handling, accessorial, and shuttle costs.
• Review and validate 3PL and shuttle invoices, resolve billing discrepancies, and identify cost-reduction opportunities while balancing service, capacity, and operational requirements.

Inventory & Shuttle Operations

• Oversee inventory reconciliation between AOD systems and 3PL-reported inventory, driving root-cause resolution of discrepancies, damages, receiving issues, and other service failures.
• Manage daily shuttle operations and coordinate with Production Planning to align finished goods movement with production schedules, inventory requirements, warehouse capacity, and demand needs.
• Monitor shuttle execution, load accuracy, utilization, and service performance; partner with Logistics on carrier-related escalations while maintaining separation from carrier relationship ownership.
• Lead, develop, and manage the shuttle and 3PL coordination team, including workload prioritization, performance management, training, and growth.
• Provide timely visibility to Supply Chain leadership and cross-functional teams on network performance, inventory risks, service issues, costs, and capacity constraints.

Other Required Responsibilities

• Maintain strong cross-functional relationships by communicating issues, risks, and relevant information in a timely and effective manner.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Sales, Customer Service, and Plant Operations to support customer service and overall business needs.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through relevant training, education, and industry development.
• Support a 24/7 operating environment, including occasional attention to urgent issues outside normal business hours.
• Travel as needed to AOD facilities, 3PL locations, and other business-related sites.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, transportation, warehousing, or related operations, with direct experience managing third-party logistics providers strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing performance in a fast-paced, multi-site operating environment.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, cost management, and operational reporting.
• Experience working with ERP systems and inventory reconciliation processes required.
• Infor M3 experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills, particularly related to inventory, service, cost, and operational issues.
• Excellent communication and relationship-management skills with the ability to effectively manage 3PL partners, internal stakeholders, and direct reports.
• Experience in food, beverage, refrigerated, or perishable-goods supply chains preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work for extended periods in an office environment as well as spending their entire day on the plant floor. Walking, climbing, bending, stooping, and working in adverse environments will all be a requirement. Lift up to 50 lbs at times. Able to travel via automobile or airline.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Aurora Organic Dairy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and our commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace.