Logistics Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 5–10 years of warehouse, logistics, transportation, or hazardous materials operations experience.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience managing supervisors and operational teams.
• Experience in a hazardous materials, chemical, pharmaceutical, industrial, or regulated warehouse environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of DOT, OSHA, EPA, and hazardous materials regulations.
• Strong understanding of hazardous materials classifications and shipping requirements.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control processes.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and operational reporting tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and operational experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing regulatory inspections and compliance programs.
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM).
• DOT Hazardous Materials Certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification.
• HAZWOPER Certification (29 CFR 1910.120).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day hazardous materials warehouse and distribution operations.
• Oversee receiving, storage, inventory management, handling, and shipment of hazardous materials.
• Maintain operational efficiency while meeting safety and compliance standards.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for safety, productivity, quality, and customer service.
• Develop staffing plans and manage labor resources.
• Ensure compliance with applicable DOT, OSHA, EPA, RCRA, 49 CFR Hazardous Materials Regulations, NFPA standards, and state and local environmental regulations.
• Maintain required permits, licenses, and compliance documentation.
• Lead internal and external compliance audits and inspections; investigate compliance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture and develop and maintain site-specific hazardous materials safety programs.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Ensure emergency response procedures are established, communicated, and regularly tested.
• Coordinate spill response, containment, and remediation when necessary.
• Conduct facility safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop supervisors and hourly employees; conduct performance evaluations and establish development plans.
• Ensure employees receive required hazardous materials and safety training, foster engagement and accountability, and lead shift meetings to communicate expectations.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for hazardous materials operations and support customer audits and compliance reviews.
• Collaborate with EHS, Quality, Transportation, and Operations teams.
• Ensure service levels meet contractual obligations and customer expectations.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance; implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement initiatives.
• Analyze operational data and develop action plans to improve performance.
• Lead projects involving facility expansion, process improvements, or new customer implementations.
• Adhere to RK Safety, Quality, ISO, and HR policies and standards.