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US - NE - Transportation - Logistics Manager Plymouth Meeting, PA, USA Posted Friday, August 28 ... contract compliance. * Contributes to company transportaions decisions; exploits cost-saving ...

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Carlstadt, NJ · On-site

Key Responsibilities Transportation & Logistics Management * Develop and manage transportation ... Negotiate contracts and rates with carriers to optimize freight spend. Develop and maintain strong ...

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How much do contract transportation logistics jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract transportation logistics in the United States is $76,301.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $90,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is contract transportation logistics?

Contract transportation logistics refers to the process of managing the movement of goods or materials through arrangements made via formal contracts between shippers and transportation providers. Companies enter into these contracts to secure reliable, long-term transportation services tailored to their specific needs. This approach helps businesses optimize costs, improve supply chain efficiency, and ensure consistent delivery performance. Contract transportation logistics often includes route planning, carrier selection, freight management, and compliance with regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in contract transportation logistics?

To thrive in Contract Transportation Logistics, you need a solid understanding of supply chain management, freight operations, and contract negotiation, typically backed by a degree in logistics or a related field. Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), fleet tracking software, and relevant certifications such as CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution) are highly valued. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set top professionals apart in this role. These competencies ensure efficient logistics operations, cost-effective transport solutions, and successful management of client relationships.

What are the most common challenges faced in a contract transportation logistics role, and how can they be managed effectively?

Professionals in Contract Transportation Logistics often encounter challenges such as managing fluctuating shipment volumes, maintaining compliance with regulations, and coordinating between multiple carriers and clients. To address these, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, stay updated on industry regulations, and build solid relationships with carriers and clients. Leveraging technology for real-time tracking and communication can also greatly improve efficiency and minimize disruptions. Collaboration with other departments, such as supply chain and customer service, is essential for smooth operations.

What is the difference between Contract Transportation Logistics vs Freight Coordinator?

AspectContract Transportation LogisticsFreight Coordinator
CredentialsLogistics certifications, sometimes a degree in supply chain or transportationLogistics or supply chain certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, coordinating transportation contracts and routesOffice environment, managing freight shipments and customer communication
Industry UsageUsed by transportation companies, shippers, and logistics providersCommon in freight forwarding, shipping companies, and logistics firms

Contract Transportation Logistics professionals focus on managing transportation contracts, optimizing routes, and coordinating carriers, often working on a contractual basis. Freight Coordinators handle shipment scheduling, tracking, and customer communication. While both roles require logistics knowledge and certifications, Contract Transportation Logistics roles tend to involve more strategic planning and contract management, whereas Freight Coordinators focus on operational shipment details.

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Infographic showing various Contract Transportation Logistics job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 43% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,301 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Logistics Manager - Yancey Engineered Solutions

Yancey Bros Co

Griffin, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 178 rated vehicle equipment hire

Job description

Who We Are:
From Georgia. For Georgia. Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts and service. From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on-highway trucks, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs. This all starts with our greatest asset...our employees.
What You Will Be Doing:
The YES Logistics Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the company's enterprise-wide logistics strategy across multiple manufacturing facilities. This role ensures the efficient movement of raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), finished goods, and oversized fabricated assemblies between production sites, laydown yards, and to customers.
The YES Logistics Manager is a key leader in supporting operational scalability by optimizing internal and contract transportation networks, reducing logistics costs, improving delivery performance, and ensuring seamless coordination between manufacturing plants. The position plays a critical role in maintaining production flow through extensive interplant transportation while supporting customer commitments within the data center and critical infrastructure markets.
Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, the YES Logistics Manager partners closely with Plant Managers, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Procurement, Engineering, Sales, and Quality to build a world-class logistics operation.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Enterprise Logistics Strategy
    • Develop and execute the enterprise logistics strategy supporting multiple manufacturing facilities.
    • Design and optimize transportation networks for raw materials, fabricated components, WIP, and finished products.
    • Create scalable logistics processes capable of supporting rapid company growth and increased production capacity.
    • Standardize logistics procedures across all manufacturing locations.
  • Interplant Transportation Management
    • Manage daily movement of WIP and finished generator enclosures between manufacturing facilities.
    • Optimize interplant shuttle schedules to maximize production flow while minimizing transportation costs.
    • Coordinate oversized and specialized freight movements requiring permits or escort services.
    • Ensure transportation capacity aligns with production schedules.
    • Develop contingency plans to minimize production disruptions caused by transportation delays.
  • Carrier Management
    • Develop a strong internal carrier group to support our growing enterprise.
    • Develop strategic relationships with contract transportation providers.
    • Negotiate freight contracts and transportation agreements.
    • Measure carrier performance using KPIs including:
    • On-time pickup
    • On-time delivery
    • Damage rates
    • Cost per mile
    • Cost per unit shipped
    • Develop alternative carrier networks to reduce operational risk.
  • Logistics Planning & Scheduling
    • Collaborate with Production Planning and Scheduling teams to ensure transportation supports manufacturing priorities.
    • Balance transportation capacity across multiple plants.
    • Coordinate expedited shipments when necessary while minimizing premium freight expense.
    • Lead enterprise transportation planning meetings.
  • Inventory Flow Optimization
    • Improve material flow between facilities.
    • Minimize transportation-related inventory delays.
    • Reduce WIP dwell time across manufacturing sites.
    • Improve overall manufacturing velocity through optimized logistics execution.
  • Cost Management
    • Develop and manage enterprise logistics budgets.
    • Identify transportation cost reduction opportunities.
    • Optimize route utilization and freight consolidation.
    • Reduce premium freight expense through improved planning.
    • Monitor logistics
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to logistics operations.
    • Eliminate waste throughout transportation processes.
    • Improve trailer utilization and loading efficiency.
    • Standardize shipping documentation and logistics workflows.
    • Lead cross-functional logistics improvement initiatives.
  • Systems & Analytics
    • Utilize ERP, TMS, and WMS systems to manage transportation activities.
    • Develop logistics dashboards and KPI reporting.
    • Analyze transportation trends and identify improvement opportunities.
    • Support implementation of transportation technology solutions.
  • Compliance & Safety
    • Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and transportation laws.
    • Maintain compliance with oversized load permitting requirements.
    • Ensure carrier safety standards meet company expectations.
    • Support OSHA and company safety initiatives.
  • Leadership Responsibilities
    • Lead enterprise logistics coordinators and transportation personnel.
    • Establish logistics standards across all facilities.
    • Develop logistics training programs.
    • Mentor team members for succession planning.
    • Foster strong collaboration between operations, planning, procurement, and transportation.
  • Key Performance Indicators The Enterprise Logistics Manager will be evaluated on:
    • Interplant transportation performance
    • On time delivery percentage
    • Logistics cost as a percentage of revenue
    • Freight cost reduction
    • Premium freight expense
    • Trailer utilization
    • WIP transportation cycle time
    • Transportation-related production interruptions
    • Carrier performance metrics
    • Inventory velocity
    • Damage-free shipment performance
    • Safety performance
Who We Are Looking For:
To be successful in this position you should be organized and have effective decision-making skills. You should possess a strong leadership skills and maintain a deep understanding of production and operational processes. The ability to work in a team environment is essential to this position as well.
Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive logistics or supply chain leadership experience.
  • 5+ years managing logistics in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with oversized freight, fabricated steel products, or industrial equipment transportation.
  • Strong understanding of transportation regulations, freight management, and carrier negotiations.
  • Experience with ERP systems such as D365, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or Epicor.
  • Advanced Excel and logistics analytics skills.

Desired Skills:
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
  • Transportation Management System (TMS) implementation experience
  • Experience supporting engineered-to-order manufacturing serving mission-critical industries such as data centers, healthcare, power generation, or industrial infrastructure

Additional Skills/Attributes:
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Enterprise Planning
  • Transportation Network Optimization
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Negotiation
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Financial Acumen
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Customer Focus
  • Change Management
  • Results Orientation

Work Environment:
  • Ability to travel between manufacturing facilities, vendor locations, and offsite holding facilities.
  • Combination of office and manufacturing environments.
  • Frequent interaction with production, shipping, transportation providers, and executive leadership.

Values:
At Yancey Bros. Co, we are always looking to add people to our team who share our core values:
  • Safety: We value the lives and health of our team and customers above all else.
  • Integrity: We are ethical and trustworthy, demonstrate respect for others, and communicate truthfully and promptly.
  • Teamwork: We work as one across our organization for the benefit of our customers.
  • Excellence: We strive to be the best, continuously improving our customers' experience and the solutions we provide.
  • Sense of Urgency: We respond quickly to customer needs and hold ourselves accountable for results.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following values:
  • Acting in a safe manner
  • Exhibiting honesty and integrity
  • Acting in a fair and ethical manner
  • Team mentality
  • Delivering quality results
  • Embraces change / improvement
  • Exhibiting superior customer service skills
  • Exhibiting pride and ownership
  • Working with a sense of urgency
  • Exhibiting a winning attitude
What We Offer:
Yancey Bros Co offers a full benefits package that includes aggressive compensation levels, technician tool allowances, full medical, vision and dental coverage, employee wellness programs, paid vacations and more.
Competitive Pay Structure
  • Competitive Pay
  • Individual Bonus Opportunities Available
  • Technician Tool Allowance
  • 401k Plan Strong Company Match
  • Employee Profit Sharing
  • Financial Wellness Coaching
Employee Wellness Program
  • Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Group Life Insurance
Personal Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
Career Development
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Ongoing Training
  • Advancement Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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