Logistics Project Manager Wanted for Growing Food Production Company

Taher, INc.•Plymouth, MN

31d

About The Position

Join our team as a Logistics Project Manager You will take ownership of a high-impact national rollout initiative. In this role, you'll lead the entire logistics lifecycle--from raw material forecasting and procurement to production scheduling, inventory control, and outbound distribution. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure seamless operations, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize efficiency and mitigate risks. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical professional with strong project management skills and a passion for driving operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Position Summary The Logistics Project Manager oversees end-to-end logistics for a major national rollout initiative. This role manages forecasting, procurement, raw material flow, production scheduling alignment, outbound/inbound logistics, and inventory planning with external partners. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly analytical, and experienced in logistics, scheduling, and project management within a manufacturing or food production setting.

Requirements

3--5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, scheduling, or project management, preferably in food manufacturing.
Experience managing complex inventory or multi-site logistics operations.
Strong Excel and analytical skills; comfort with ERP/MRP systems.
Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
Able to pass a background check

Nice To Haves

Project Management Certification (PMP/PMI) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage the full logistics lifecycle: raw material forecasting and purchasing, inbound deliveries, production alignment, finished goods storage, and outbound shipping.
Maintain real-time visibility into production needs, inventory levels, and shipment timing.
Coordinate closely with third party vendors, storage, and other distribution partners.
Responsible for the procurement of the main raw materials for this program
Track lead times, pricing, minimums, and availability; escalate risks proactively.
Ensure materials arrive in alignment with production schedules to prevent shortages or overstock.
Own the logistics workflow from start to finish for the designated product line.
Create and maintain project plans, timelines, and progress updates.
Identify risks, constraints, and bottlenecks; propose solutions to maintain schedule integrity.
Maintain accurate records of inbound/outbound product movement.
Use analytics to forecast needs, identify trends, and optimize logistics efficiency.
Track inventory across production and distribution points.
Work closely with production, QA, purchasing, scheduling, and leadership teams.
Serve as the central communication point for all logistics activities related to the assigned projects.