Distribution Logistics Manager Jobs in Mount Pleasant, SC

This is whereyour work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person-regardless of who they are or where they are from-deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job-you will find purpose and pride.

• Review upcoming shipments aligned with customer requirements and collaborate with Manufacturing and Planning to ensure product availability for timely shipment.
• Take full responsibility for warehouse operations from start to finish, covering receiving, storage, picking, shipping, material handling, goods movement, transportation, and inventory management, while maintaining an active hands-on role on the floor.
• Lead and develop a small team of warehouse leads and associates, setting clear expectations, reinforcing accountability, and mentoring for consistent performance.
• Drive performance against warehouse benchmarks including inventory accuracy, cycle count performance, service level, backorders, safety, and compliance.
• Actively work alongside the team to remove barriers, resolve issues, and ensure critical priorities are met-especially during volume spikes or high-risk execution windows.
• Build and sustain strong cross-functional partnerships with Quality, Plant Operations, and Sales to ensure compliance, align material availability, and support service commitments.

• Own inventory accuracy and integrity, including establishing and maintaining cycle count programs, investigating and resolving discrepancies, driving root cause analysis, and ensuring system and physical inventory alignment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve ERP/WMS material transaction issues, ensuring accurate and timely inventory movements.
• Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure materials are accurately accounted for.
• Collaborate with purchasing teams to ensure that all materials are accurately ordered and received.

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, including oversight of domestic and international receipts, shipments, and import/export documentation.
• Coordinate the shipping and receiving of medical equipment, ensuring all products are accurately packaged and labeled.
• Lead the shipping and receiving team in completing logistics activities efficiently and effectively.

• Maintain compliance with federal medical device regulations and enforce Good Warehousing Practices (GWP) to support quality and regulatory standards.

• Maintain accurate records of logistics activities and prepare reports on logistics performance.

• Lead performance feedback and development processes, supporting talent growth, engagement, and retention.
• Offer training and assistance to logistics team members regarding the use and upkeep of medical equipment.
• Ensure training, certification, and compliance readiness for all team members.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for warehouse execution, inventory, and system blocking issues, providing clear communication and data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Operations to support logistics-related projects and initiatives.

• Sustain a clean, safe, and audit-ready work environment, reinforcing GPS, 6S, standard work, and inventory rigor.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and other regulations, acquiring legal compliance training.

• Strong technical knowledge of logistics and supply chain management.
• Proven ability to lead small teams through presence and influence.
• Comfortable working directly on the floor while thinking at a senior level.
• Practical experience with ERP/WPS systems (preferably SAP) and inventory management.
• Ability to operate effectively in a regulated, high-accountability environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing logistics equipment and systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent lifting of smaller components requiring bending, twisting, and reaching.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking through the manufacturing facility.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for operating tools.

• Work is primarily conducted in a manufacturing plant setting.
• Adherence to strict safety protocols and regulations.
• Noise levels may be high due to machinery and equipment operation.
• Effective communication and teamwork are essential.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience combined with over 5 years of advancing leadership roles in warehouse or operations management, including responsibility for inventory control OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience accompanied by 8+ years of advancing warehouse leadership experience, including senior-level responsibility in a hands-on capacity.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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