Logistics Manager Job at LHH, Chicago, IL

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  • LHH
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

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Professional Match Maker--Connecting professionals in Supply Chain & Logistics, Engineering, Operations, Human Resources, and Executive

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Logistics Manager to join their team in Chicago, IL. This role will manage all aspects of logistics operations: importing from China, US small parcel, and freight carriers. Previous experience in the e-commerce industry is required. Competitive Salary, Bonus, and Benefits Package (PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, and Life Insurance) are offered.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Shipping and Freight Management: Oversee all shipping and freight processes, ensuring efficient scheduling and optimization across a complex environment with numerous distribution points.
  • Carrier Strategy: Optimize carrier strategy across global suppliers to ensure best-in-class service, promoting lowest cost, fastest speed, and high reliability.
  • Third-Party Logistics: Scope, define, and manage third-party logistics relationships, ensuring compliance with company standards and agreements.
  • Supplier Performance: Define and monitor metrics for supplier performance, enforcing conformance to ensure on-time delivery and quality.
  • Cost Management: Utilize an analytical mindset to manage costs, frequency, and performance by vendor, leveraging tools like Excel (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables) and PowerBI.
  • Claims Tracking: Track and manage shipment claims, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on operations.
  • Freight Brokers: Manage relationships with freight brokers to ensure smooth operations and cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Education: Bachelors Degree is required.
  • Experience: Minimum of 6 years in logistics, with a focus on e-commerce and small parcel shipments. Experience in a distributor or manufacturer setting is essential.
  • Importing Expertise: Proven experience importing products from China, with a solid understanding of tariffs and their impact on the business and lead times.
  • Carrier and Freight Broker Management: Experience working with carriers and freight brokers, managing shipping lanes, and handling drop shipments directly from vendors.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to manage costs and performance, with proficiency in Excel and PowerBI being a plus.

If you are a passionate Logistics Manager looking for a new and rewarding career, please apply today! You dont want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitmentand in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Distribution, Supply Chain
Industries
  • Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, Wholesale Import and Export, and Manufacturing

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office,

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