Job Title:
Logistics Manager - St. Johns Area
Company: The Pivot Group
Location: Saint Johns, MI
Created: 2026-04-13
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Job Description:Logistics Manager | St. Johns, MISalary Range: $89,000 - $135,000 depending on experienceAre you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in logistics manager? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in St. Johns seeking Logistics Managers to lead and enhance their operations.The OpportunityWe are partnering with organizations in St. Johns that are seeking Logistics Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee inbound and outbound logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution.Manage inventory levels for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to optimize stock and minimize waste.Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and logistics service providers.Develop and implement strategies to improve logistics efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance delivery performance.Ensure compliance with all relevant shipping regulations, customs requirements, and safety standards.Utilize logistics software and systems to track shipments, monitor performance, and generate reports.Collaborate with production, procurement, and sales teams to align logistics with manufacturing schedules and customer demand.Recommended Qualifications5+ years of progressive experience in logistics or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.Proficiency with ERP systems, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and transportation planning tools.Demonstrated experience in inventory control, warehousing operations, and freight management.Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a focus on process optimization.Bonus QualificationsAPICS CSCP or CPIM certificationProficiency with advanced WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) or TMS (Transportation Management Systems) platformsDemonstrated experience applying Lean or Six Sigma methodologies to logistics processesExperience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for logistics performance analysisJob Titles That Should ApplySupply Chain Manager, Distribution Manager, Warehouse Manager, Operations Manager, Inventory Manager, Transportation Manager, Freight Manager, Materials ManagerWhy Pivot GroupThe Pivot Group 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.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. The Pivot Group 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.Required Skills:• Data • Resume • Offers • Inventory • Supply Chain • Support • Freight • Service Providers • Six Sigma • Process Optimization • Operations • Raw Materials • Waste • Logistics • Analysis • ERP • Compliance • Visualization • Salary • Hiring • Partnerships • Inventory Control • Demand • Compensation • Supply • Supply Chain Management • Shipping • Transportation • Data Visualization • Optimization • Manufacturing • Tableau • Procurement • Regulations • Power BI • Materials • Administration • Preparation • Software • Planning • Business • Leadership • Sales • Communication • Management Salary Package: $ 89,000.00 - 135,000.00 (US Dollar)