A growing industrial organization is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee the inventory, storage, and movement of materials and equipment across active sites. This role ensures efficient distribution, maintains safe and organized storage environments, and supports project teams by coordinating deliveries, equipment availability, and supplier partnerships. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and experience managing logistics in a dynamic, project‑driven environment.
Role Overview
- Oversee tracking, maintenance, and availability of project equipment, tools, and material inventories.
- Manage warehouse or site‑based storage areas to ensure efficiency, organization, and proper documentation.
- Procure materials and supplies while aligning purchasing decisions with project budgets, schedules, and lead‑time requirements.
- Coordinate transportation needs and negotiate rates with carriers and logistics service providers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to support cost control and performance goals.
- Identify opportunities to streamline logistics workflows through improved processes and technology utilization.
- Resolve delivery challenges, including delays, shortages, or quality issues.
- Maintain safe, clean, and secure storage environments; identify safety hazards and escalate issues to appropriate personnel.
- Foster positive relationships with project stakeholders and support effective communication across teams.
- Represent the organization professionally and uphold company standards on all job sites.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience also considered.
- 1-5 years of experience in logistics coordination or warehouse/inventory management, ideally in a project‑based or industrial setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience with project or construction management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, Adobe) is beneficial.
- Ability to interpret plans, specifications, or technical documentation.
- Strong understanding of workplace safety standards; OSHA training preferred.
- Effective under time‑sensitive conditions with strong organization and prioritization skills.
- Self‑driven, with the ability to set goals, coordinate activities, and support cross‑functional teams.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends based on project needs.
