Logistics Manager

Lead logistics operations for a manufacturer in advanced fluid power systems with $85K-$100K base, strong benefits, and direct leadership impact across shipping, warehouse, and material flow

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Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded over six decades ago, with operations across the United States and globally, we are a manufacturing organization that develops engineered fluid power and hydraulic system solutions for demanding industrial and mobile equipment applications. Our advanced systems teams integrate these technologies directly onto OEM platforms to validate performance, optimize functionality, and transition successful configurations into scalable production solutions

Why join us?

Base salary $85,000-$100,000
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays and PTO
Pet insurance
Stable growth-oriented manufacturing environment
Long-term advancement opportunity

Job Details

This leadership role owns end-to-end logistics execution for a manufacturing operation, overseeing transportation, warehousing, inventory control, material flow, and distribution performance. The role has direct responsibility for the Shipping Supervisor, Receiving team, and Stock Pickers, with an organizational roadmap evolving toward oversight of Shipping and Warehouse Supervisors as primary direct reports. This is a hands-on manufacturing logistics leadership position focused on service, compliance, cost control, and continuous improvement.

Location: Schaumburg, IL 60193 | Onsite

Operational Leadership Responsibilities

Lead daily logistics, warehouse, shipping, receiving, and distribution operations
Manage direct reports and support development of supervisors and hourly logistics personnel
Oversee inventory control, order fulfillment, and production material flow performance
Manage carrier relationships, freight performance, and transportation spend
Drive KPI performance in delivery, inventory accuracy, throughput, and service
Lead continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives across logistics operations
Develop and maintain logistics policies, procedures, and compliance controls
Support customer-specific shipping requirements, metrics reporting, and issue resolution
Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and carrier standards
Manage departmental budgets and analyze financial impact of process improvements
Support emergency planning, safety initiatives, and environmentally responsible logistics practices
Partner cross-functionally with purchasing, operations, and customer-facing teams to support supply chain execution

Desired Background & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or related field
5+ years logistics or supply chain leadership experience in manufacturing
Experience leading supervisors and hourly warehouse/logistics personnel
Strong background in warehousing, transportation, inventory, and material flow
SAP or ERP experience required
Knowledge of domestic and international shipping regulations
Experience driving KPIs, process improvement, and cost optimization
Strong leadership, analytical, and cross-functional communication skills
MBA or advanced business degree a plus

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