Shipping and Logistics Manager

MTI•Salt Lake City, UT

13d•$60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Shipping & Logistics Manager oversees all activities related to the movement, storage, and distribution of finished goods. This role ensures timely, cost-effective, and compliant shipping operations while optimizing logistics processes, vendor relationships, and inventory flow. The manager leads the shipping team, coordinates with Production and Customer Care, and maintains a high standard of accuracy, safety, and service reliability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (preferred).
2-5 years of experience in shipping, logistics, or supply chain management; manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge of freight, LTL/TL, parcel, international shipping, customs, and regulatory compliance.
Experience with ERP systems and logistics software.
Ability to write and document SOPs for shipping and logistics processes.
Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Forklift certification and experience required.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and manage daily shipping and logistics activities.
Ensure accurate and safe handling of product through the packing and shipping preparation process.
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of all shipments, bills of lading, export documents, and carrier pickups.
Investigate any product damaged in shipping or transport. File associated claims and follow up through closure and process improvement.
Seek opportunities in process improvement, shipping quality, and improved customer delivery.
Select and evaluate freight carriers, negotiate rates, and manage service performance.
Optimize transportation modes and routes to reduce freight costs and improve delivery times.
Track shipments and proactively resolve delays or exceptions.
Communicate to key stakeholders shipping plans, timing, and associated risks.
Work with production, supply chain and other teams to ensure inventory accuracy and efficiency.
Ensure proper material flow, staging, and documentation.
Implement efficient space utilization, packaging standards, and material-handling processes.
Maintain compliance with DOT, OSHA, export, and other regulations.
Oversee recordkeeping for shipments, freight claims, and audit documentation.
Ensure all labeling, packing, and shipping documentation is completed to customer and regulatory requirements.
Supervise, train, and schedule shipping team.
Conduct quarterly check-ins, performance reviews and support employee development and performance.
Document shipping and logistics processes, creating SOPs to support the department for use in training Shipping and Logistics employees.
Promote a safe, organized, and teamwork-driven environment.
Analyze logistics KPIs including freight spend, on-time shipments, and inventory accuracy.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Collaborate with operations to forecast shipping volume, capacity needs, and resource planning.