Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager

CRP Industries is seeking a hands-on, results-oriented Logistics Manager to lead our inbound freight operation. Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, this role manages domestic and international shipments from purchase order release through final delivery and receipt.

The Logistics Manager will work across suppliers, carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, Purchasing, Inventory Planning, Warehouse Operations, Accounting, and other internal teams to improve shipment visibility, control freight costs, resolve exceptions, and support reliable product availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage inbound orders end-to-end.
• Maintain accurate purchase order, shipment, delivery, and tracking information
• Select transportation modes and routes.
• Consolidate freight and negotiate competitive rates and service levels with carriers, forwarders, and brokers.
• Coordinate customs clearance, duties, tariffs, import documentation, HTSUS classification, and compliance requirements.
• Establish clear routing, documentation, communication, and escalation expectations.
• Identify and resolve shipment delays, discrepancies, claims, receiving issues, and freight-invoice errors.
• Monitor logistics performance.
• Develop contingency plans for transportation disruptions, port delays, customs holds, capacity shortages, and other supply-chain risks.
• Standardize and improve logistics processes.
• Lead and develop assigned logistics staff.

What Success Looks Like

• Shipments are delivered on time.
• Freight costs are controlled.
• ERP and shipment-tracking data are accurate, current, and trusted.
• Customs and import requirements are managed accurately and proactively.
• Shipment risks and exceptions are identified early and resolved promptly.
• Suppliers and logistics providers meet clear expectations.