Brokerage, Cargo/Freight, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Document Management, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Leadership, Load Planning, Logistics, Logistics Management, Logistics Processes, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Negotiation Skills, Operations Control, Organizational Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss, Relationship Management, Sales Operations, Sales Support, Shipping Documents, Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
Job Summary
We are hiring a Logistics Manager to take full ownership of freight operations for a growing manufacturing company in the Elkhart area.
This role is logistics-heavy (primary focus)—managing inbound/outbound freight, working with brokers/3PLs, and driving cost savings and efficiency.
In addition, this position will support sales and operations, including assisting with customer quotes, pricing, and customer follow-up.
If you come from a freight brokerage, 3PL, or manufacturing logistics background, this is a strong opportunity to step into a high-visibility role with direct impact on operations and profitability.
Responsibilities
- Manage all inbound and outbound freight (flatbed + standard shipments)
- Work directly with freight brokers, carriers, and 3PL partners
- Negotiate rates and manage carrier relationships
- Optimize load planning to maximize efficiency and reduce cost
- Own freight P&L, cost control, and margin improvement
- Coordinate shipments with production, customers, and dealers
- Support sales and operations with quoting, pricing, and customer follow-up
- Track shipments and resolve delays or issues proactively
- Manage shipping documentation and logistics processes
- Evaluate lanes, carriers, and routing strategies
Qualifications
- 3–7+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or freight brokerage.
- Experience working with freight brokers / 3PLs
- Strong experience with flatbed and standard freight
- Proven ability to manage freight costs, margins, and load planning
- Ability to support sales/operations functions (quoting, customer interaction)
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Experience with ERP, TMS, or logistics systems preferred
Why This Role Stands Out
- Own and control all freight operations
- Direct exposure to VP of Operations and leadership team
- Blend of logistics + operations + customer-facing responsibilities
- Opportunity to grow within a stable, expanding manufacturing company
- Bonus Opportunities