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How much do 3pl jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for 3pl in the United States is $61,782.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 3PL vs Freight Broker?

Aspect3PLFreight Broker
Credentials/CertificationsLogistics certifications, supply chain management degreesFreight broker licenses, transportation broker authority
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, distribution centers, logistics officesOffice-based, client and carrier interactions
Industry UsageSupply chain, logistics, transportation companiesFreight shipping, transportation brokerage firms

While both 3PLs and freight brokers operate within the logistics industry, 3PLs manage entire supply chain solutions including warehousing and transportation, whereas freight brokers primarily arrange transportation services between shippers and carriers. Understanding these differences helps businesses choose the right partner for their logistics needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 3PL Manager, you need a strong background in supply chain management, logistics operations, and inventory control, often supported by a relevant degree or logistics certification. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), and data analytics tools is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing teams and client relationships. These skills ensure efficient logistics operations, high customer satisfaction, and the ability to adapt to dynamic supply chain challenges.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in a 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) environment?

Professionals in 3PL organizations often navigate complex supply chains, tight deadlines, and fluctuating client demands. Managing inventory accuracy, coordinating with multiple vendors, and adapting to rapidly changing shipping requirements are typical daily challenges. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are crucial, as teams must work closely with clients, carriers, and internal departments to ensure seamless logistics operations. Additionally, staying updated with technology and regulatory changes is essential for long-term success in a 3PL role.

What are 3PLs?

3PL stands for third-party logistics providers, which are companies that offer outsourced logistics and supply chain management services to other businesses. These services can include warehousing, transportation, inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping. By working with a 3PL, businesses can focus on their core operations while relying on logistics experts to manage the movement and storage of their goods. 3PLs are commonly used by companies that want to scale their logistics without investing in their own infrastructure.
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Infographic showing various 3Pl job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,782 per year, or $29.7 per hour.

Senior Manager, Specialty Distribution & 3PL Operations

Galderma

Boston, MA

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Job Title: Senior Manager, Specialty Distribution & 3PL Operations

Location: Boston, MA

Job Summary:

The Senior Manager, Specialty Distribution & 3PL Operations ensures compliant and effective distribution processes, costs, and performance across the 3PL Distribution Network for the Prescription business. Primary areas of focus are 3PL performance through KPI and supplier relationship management, as well as proposing and leading projects & continuous improvement initiatives to ensure 3PL operations run free of interruptions. The 3PL CSSM serves as the specialtyfocused operational lead within the Trade & Distribution team-providing subjectmatter expertise that bridges logistics, customer experience, and specialty pharmacy operations. The 3PL Client Success Senior Manager requires a strong understanding of distribution capabilities, serialization requirements, DC inventory management and leads through open collaboration with cross-functional teams. This role ensures daytoday execution aligns with the needs of specialty customers, internal stakeholders, and our broader distribution strategy. The CSSM drives performance excellence, supports process optimization, and acts as a key connector between Supply Chain, Trade, and the 3PL to ensure seamless specialty order fulfillment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary Trade & Distribution liaison to the prescription 3PL partners, ensuring customer requirements are clearly understood and consistently met.

  • Daily monitoring of 3PL systems and reporting, as well as close communication with the 3PL to ensure high-level performance and customer satisfaction are maintained; Ability to identify potential service disruptions and triage / escalate as appropriate.

  • Responsible for regular business review meetings with the 3PL to ensure alignment of service expectations and performance to SLA - identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement

  • Understands different and complex Specialty Pharmacy specific requirements; labeling, picking, lot number control and product dating requirements. Designing new processes and aligning existing processes to satisfy such needs

  • Manages the contractual relationship between our company and our warehouse partners for prescription goods, as well as samples. Includes warehouse costs related to network, contract negotiations with suppliers and associated contracts and volume commitments. Responsible for monthly cost follow-ups to stakeholders and providing trends to leadership, as well as identifying savings.

  • Able to project out capacity utilization and distribution needs using business plans and growth targets.

  • Ability to successfully present business cases for process and system needs, enhancements and upgrades, to all levels of management with clearly documented benefits, risks, and resource requirements, to ensure smooth functioning of critical tasks.

  • Drive continuous improvement through ongoing process review, engagement and partnering with stakeholders to establish best practices that reduce cost of operation, improve service level, capacity, productivity, and quality.

  • Responsible for inventory accuracy in a pharmaceutical warehouse network with the objective of serving the customer in a compliant and sustainable way, through robust processes and governance for DSCSA, daily reconciliation, and KPI reporting.

  • Maintains oversight of key processes; returned goods processing according to company guidelines and procedures; receiving, pick line set-up, order accuracy, inventory accuracy, and all matters pertaining to product tracking/ tracing regulations (including DSCSA).

Skills & Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, or related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical logistics, distribution, trade operations, supply chain, or 3PL account management.

  • Strong understanding of pharmaceutical distribution, specialty pharmacy operations, and regulatory requirements (e.g., DSCSA, GDP).

  • Demonstrated success managing vendor performance or serving as primary operational liaison with external partners.

  • Strong analytical, communication, and problemsolving skills; ability to work crossfunctionally and influence without authority.

Preferred

  • Experience supporting or managing 3PL operations in a specialty or limited distribution product environment.

  • Familiarity with coldchain logistics, specialty networks, or hightouch distribution models.

  • APICS / ASCM Certification in Supply Chain Management or other professional designation

Core Competencies

  • Relationship & Vendor Partnership Management

  • Operational Excellence & Quality Mindset

  • Data & Insights-Driven Decision Making

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influence

  • Customer Experience Orientation

  • Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis

  • Adaptability & Continuous Improvement

About the Compensation:

The base salary range for this role is determined based on several factors. These include but are not limited to job accountabilities; skill sets; experience and training; certifications; work location; competitive market rates and other business needs. At Galderma, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on a unique combination of factors for each role. A reasonable estimate of the hiring range for this role is $125,000-$165,000 USD.

In addition to base salary, we provide an opportunity to participate in an annual short-term incentive program that is based on corporate performance with a multiplier focused on individual performance. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program including health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, a generous paid time off policy, hybrid work schedules and more.

What we offer in return


You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will also have access to a range of company benefits, including a competitive wage with shift differential, annual bonus opportunities and career advancement and cross-training.

Next Steps

  • If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.

  • The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager

  • The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team

Our people make a difference


At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.

Employer's Rights:


This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.