Logistics Manager

Honor Foods•Philadelphia, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Honor Foods is seeking an experienced, hands-on Logistics Manager to lead a logistics team and oversee freight operations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The role focuses on making effective transportation decisions, managing carrier relationships, controlling costs, and delivering reliable service. The manager will coach and develop Logistics Coordinators, own daily freight planning and shipment coordination, monitor carrier performance, and collaborate with internal departments to keep shipments accurate, efficient, and on schedule. This leader will also analyze rates, transportation costs, KPIs, service levels, and operational performance; address disruptions; and identify and implement process improvements. The role is on-site and full-time, with an annual salary of $70,000–$90,000 and bonus eligibility.

Requirements

Proven logistics management experience, preferably in distribution, transportation, or freight operations.
Experience leading and developing a logistics team.
Strong background in carrier management, freight negotiations, and cost control.
Experience managing logistics KPIs, freight rates, and service performance.
Knowledge of shipping documentation, freight processes, and logistics systems.
Strong Excel, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to make decisions confidently, manage priorities, and hold teams accountable.
Hands-on leadership and ability to balance people, performance, and profitability.

Responsibilities

Coach, develop, and hold Logistics Coordinators accountable for performance.
Oversee daily freight planning, shipment coordination, and carrier performance.
Manage carrier relationships, support negotiations, and strengthen service agreements.
Analyze freight rates, transportation costs, and opportunities to improve profitability.
Track KPIs, service levels, shipping expenses, and operational performance.
Resolve shipment delays, carrier issues, and service disruptions.
Identify inefficiencies, streamline workflows, and implement effective solutions.
Partner with internal departments to keep shipments accurate, efficient, and on schedule.