Logistics Manager - Detroit Area

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Detroit region seeking Logistics Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

• →Supervise warehouse and logistics staff and set daily work priorities.
• →Resolve delivery delays, damaged shipments, and supplier issues.
• →Maintain compliance with safety, import, and export regulations.
• →Plan and schedule inbound and outbound shipments to meet production and customer needs.
• →Coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, and third party logistics providers.
• →Track inventory levels and reconcile discrepancies in warehouse records.
• →Manage shipping documentation, including bills of lading and customs paperwork.
• →Monitor transportation costs and identify opportunities to reduce freight spend.

• Experience negotiating freight rates and managing carrier relationships.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort with inventory and cost reporting.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a small team.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.
• Five or more years of logistics or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of transportation management and warehouse management systems.

• APICS or similar supply chain certification.
• Experience with international shipping and customs compliance.
• Familiarity with lean or continuous improvement methods.
• Background in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Bilingual communication skills for supplier and carrier contacts.

Supply Chain Manager, Distribution Manager, Transportation Manager, Warehouse Manager, Materials Manager, Logistics Supervisor, Supply Chain Coordinator, Inventory Manager, Freight Manager

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.