Senior Logistics Manager

AIT Worldwide Logistics, INC.

parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, Georgia, Fairburn

Apr 24, 2025

Senior Logistics Manager

Job Locations

US-GA-Fairburn

2025-5303

Category

Operations

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Introduction

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!

We're problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.

Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver. means when you come move the world with us! Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

Overview

The Senior Logistics Manager is responsible for managing logistics planning, optimization, and operations in efforts to reduce costs, improve delivery times, and support the inbound and outbound distribution of goods. This role executes company strategy related to organizing, storing, and monitoring the distribution of goods to ensure product is picked, packed, and shipped in the correct quantities to the appropriate destinations in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Provide staff with daily guidance, leadership and overall support on any issues relating to operations, communication, human resources, revenue enhancement, standardizing procedures, systems applications, and executing processes to meet customer needs

Review and suggest changes to staff as needed to ensure the warehouse department is able to meet company goals and customer KPIs. This is accomplished through the review of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, and transport costs in addition to one on one and department meetings
Analyze, create and implement the strategy around the process around the flow of materials, products, services, and related systems information from point of origin to point of delivery
Develop and cascade plans and programs to meet anticipated organizational needs in the areas of functional responsibility and ensure compliance with corporate policies, guidelines, quality standards and other regulatory requirements
Hire, develop and performance manage staff in order to ensure company expectations are met and exceeded. Conduct weekly 1:1's in order to effectively coach and motivate team members through their performance KPIP's and metrics, individual goals and career-pathing conversations
Review analysis of activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determine progress toward stated business development goals and objectives
Utilize the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to maximize efficiencies and ensure process flow with warehouse employees, inbound and outbound operations, and cartage operations. This also includes client customer service on key warehouse accounts
Negotiate contracts, prices, and delivery times with suppliers and vendors
Prepare and conduct regular customer Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR's) utilizing data and metrics. Identify corrective action plan for any underperforming areas.
Review and evaluate logistics P&L performance and establish goals to address any budgetary shortfalls
Ensure safe working environment through consistent practice of safety policies and procedures
Maintain high levels of quality and customer service in the resolutions of escalated concerns related to transportation, logistics, distribution, or customer issues
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education
* High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Required) and

* Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management (Preferred)

Experience
* 7+ years experience in directly leading and managing a team (Required)

* 10+ years experience in warehouse or supply chain management (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Domestic, international and cartage freight forwarding warehousing services Low

* Departmental/Facility Profit and Loss(P&L) Statement Management Medium

* Warehouse Management System (WMS) High

* Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) High

* Written and verbal communication High

Licenses and Certifications

* Forklift Certification - (Preferred)

What AIT Can Offer You

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT's flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail-on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT's full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.