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Commodity Logistics Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Experience with rail, terminal, marine, or bulk commodity logistics is a plus

Experience with rail, terminal, marine, or bulk commodity logistics is a plus

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness, Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred. * 2-4 years of merchandising, grain origination, or commodity logistics experience. * Strong analytical ...

Logistics Commodity Manager

Nokomis, FL · On-site

$100K - $123K/yr

The Logistics Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing a variety of transportation strategies for MITER Brands. This role will be responsible for managing 3-5 outbound ...

The Logistics Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing a variety of transportation strategies for MITER Brands. This role will be responsible for managing 3-5 outbound ...

The Logistics Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing a variety of transportation strategies for MITER Brands. This role will be responsible for managing 3-5 outbound ...

... logistic) escalated by serial buyers or program buyers (escalation, threshold to be defined) o ... commodity performance for each Division. o Converge with Purchasing Division Director to align ...

... logistic) escalated by serial buyers or program buyers (escalation, threshold to be defined) o ... Knowledge of assigned commodity (products, technologies, cost models). Soft Skills: International ...

Works with others in Procurement and Logistics to ensure that all requirements for materials and ... This position is part of a job family (Associate Commodity Specialist, Commodity Specialist, Senior ...

Commodity Sourcing Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$170K - $220K/yr

About the role The Commodity Sourcing Manager is responsible for the end-to-end strategic sourcing ... Collaborate with Demand Planning and Logistics to optimize ordering patterns, lead times, and ...

Based in our Cudahy, WI location, the Commodity Analyst will provide coordination and leadership to design and implement a supply/logistics network which delivers competitive cost and meets quality ...

Based in our Cudahy, WI location, the Commodity Analyst will provide coordination and leadership to design and implement a supply/logistics network which delivers competitive cost and meets quality ...

Based in our Cudahy, WI location, the Commodity Analyst will provide coordination and leadership to design and implement a supply/logistics network which delivers competitive cost and meets quality ...

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How much do commodity logistics jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for commodity logistics in the United States is $105,598.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the highest paid job in logistics?

In logistics, senior roles such as Logistics Director or Supply Chain Vice President tend to be the highest paid, often earning six-figure salaries. These positions require extensive experience, strategic planning skills, and often involve overseeing large teams and complex operations.

What are some typical challenges faced in commodity logistics, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in commodity logistics often encounter challenges such as fluctuating transportation costs, supply chain disruptions, and coordinating between multiple stakeholders across different regions. Successfully managing these issues requires proactive planning, staying informed about global market trends, and maintaining strong relationships with carriers and suppliers. Teams generally use real-time logistics platforms to monitor shipments, identify risks, and quickly adapt to changing circumstances. Developing contingency plans and fostering open communication within the team helps minimize delays and ensures smooth delivery of goods. Over time, gaining experience in problem-solving and strategic planning can open up opportunities to move into leadership or specialized logistics roles.

What does a job in commodities do?

A job in commodities involves managing the buying, selling, and transportation of raw materials or primary products such as oil, metals, or agricultural goods. Roles often require knowledge of market trends, logistics, and contract negotiation, and may involve working with trading platforms or supply chain management tools.

What does commodity mean in logistics?

In logistics, a commodity refers to raw materials or primary agricultural products that are transported, stored, and traded. Commodity logistics involves managing the movement and storage of these goods, often requiring specialized handling, tracking, and compliance with industry standards.

What is a Commodity Logistics job?

A Commodity Logistics job involves managing the transportation, storage, and distribution of goods, often raw materials or bulk products. Professionals in this field coordinate supply chain operations, ensure timely delivery, and optimize logistics costs. They work closely with suppliers, transport providers, and warehouses to maintain efficiency and compliance with regulations. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Is logistics going to be replaced by AI?

Logistics roles in commodity logistics involve planning, coordination, and management of supply chains, which are increasingly supported by AI tools for tasks like route optimization and inventory forecasting. While AI can automate routine tasks, human oversight remains essential for decision-making, problem-solving, and managing complex situations. Therefore, logistics jobs are evolving rather than being fully replaced by AI.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Commodity Logistics position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Commodity Logistics, you need strong organizational abilities, knowledge of supply chain management, and experience coordinating large-scale shipments, often backed by a relevant degree or certification such as APICS or CSCMP. Familiarity with logistics software, ERP systems, and transportation management systems (TMS) is vital for tracking inventory and optimizing routes. Effective communication, problem-solving, and the ability to work under pressure are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure efficient, cost-effective movement of commodities and help maintain seamless operations even in complex or shifting market conditions.

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Logistics Management Specialist

Logistics Management Specialist

Defense Logistics Agency

Oklahoma City, OK

$106K - $138K/yr

Full-time

Posted yesterday


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Job description

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Overview
Accepting applications
Posted yesterday • Apply by 06/19/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 19, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Tinker AFB, OK
1 vacancy
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $106,437 - $138,370 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Promotion potential 13
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent - Multiple Appointment Types
Occupations and job series
  • 0346 Logistics Management

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Other Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number DLAWpnSpt-26-12982283-MP Control number 872582800
This job is open to
Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Military spouses
Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.
Individuals with disabilities
Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.
Clarification from the agency
"Agency" means current permanent DLA employees in the commuting area. Veterans eligibilities include 30% or more Disabled Vet and Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA). Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligibles, Retained Grade Preference (RGP) eligibles, and Military Reserve and National Guard Technician eligibles in the commuting area may also apply.
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Duties
  • Represents the customer to DLA Enterprise on overall weapon system and commodity product line support.
  • Serve as project manager for weapon system readiness and commodity logistics support initiatives.
  • Ensures effective demand planning for assigned weapon systems or commodity product lines.
  • Provides logistics expertise for assigned weapon system platforms to U.S. military and civil agencies.
  • Resolves high-priority logistics, supply, distribution, information, or service issues through direct action or coordination with DLA.
  • Monitors DLA impact on weapon system readiness and commodity lines, analyzing supply degraders to identify issues and restore acceptable support levels.

Requirements
Conditions of employment
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Tour of Duty: 1st Shift; Set Schedule
  • Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive
  • Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
  • Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
  • Bargaining Unit Status: No
  • Selectees are required to have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for more information.
  • Defense Acquisition Workforce position. Must complete DoD certification and other requirements. See Addtl Info.

Qualifications
To qualify for a Logistics Management Specialist, your resume and supporting documentation must support:
A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes :
  • Providing logistics support, planning, and scheduling to customers.
  • Conducting a variety of logistics planning and supply chain support functions, such as supply management, material management, order fulfillment, storage and distribution, acquisition, procurement, demand planning, transportation, etc.
  • Managing life cycles logistics in support of industrial overhaul, repair, or maintenance facilities.
  • Performing forecasting and planning to improve weapons systems supportability and sustainability.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
Acquisition Workforce: Position requires DoD Acquisition Life Cycle Logistics (L), Advanced Level Certification within required timeframes. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years. Click here for more details and Resources .
As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106, DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).
For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf
Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF
Information for Veterans is available at: https://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/ . As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement.
Drug-Free Workplace Policy
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is committed to maintaining a safe, drug-free workplace. All DLA employees are required to refrain from illegal drug use on and off duty. DLA conducts pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random drug testing.
Applicants tentatively selected for employment in testing designated positions will undergo a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Refusal to undergo testing or testing positive for illegal drugs will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and a six-month denial of employment with DLA from the date of the drug test. Employees in drug testing designated positions are subject to random drug testing. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.
The DLA drug testing panel tests for the following substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, heroin, phencyclidine, amphetamines, methamphetamines, fentanyl, norfentanyl, methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), and opioids.
ADVISORY: Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana. DLA employees are subject to Federal law and under Federal law, Marijuana is illegal.
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