Transportation Distribution Logistics Jobs in Riverside, CA

Full Steam Staffing is hiring a Senior Logistics Manager! We are seeking an experienced logistics professional to oversee transportation, distribution, and supply chain operations. This position will be responsible for leading logistics strategies, improving operational efficiency, managing teams, and ensuring timely and cost-effective movement of products. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience within logistics, transportation, or distribution center operations.

Location: Redlands, CA

Reports To: Operations Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 per year

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• AD&D Insurance

The Senior Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation planning, inventory movement, distribution processes, and operational performance. This role provides strategic leadership to logistics teams, drives process improvements, manages vendor and carrier relationships, and ensures business objectives are met while maintaining high standards for safety, service, and efficiency.

• Lead and manage daily logistics and transportation operations.
• Develop and execute logistics strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
• Oversee transportation planning, scheduling, routing, and delivery performance.
• Manage relationships with carriers, vendors, and third-party logistics partners.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop action plans for continuous improvement.
• Lead, train, and develop logistics supervisors and team members.
• Collaborate with Warehouse Operations, Inventory Control, Customer Service, and Leadership teams to ensure seamless product flow.
• Analyze logistics data, reports, and trends to identify operational improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, DOT regulations, safety standards, and industry requirements.
• Oversee freight costs, transportation budgets, and operational expenses.
• Identify and resolve transportation delays, service issues, and process challenges.
• Support implementation of logistics technology, systems, and process improvements.
• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures for logistics operations.
• Drive accountability and performance across logistics teams.
• Support customer service goals by ensuring accurate and timely deliveries.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or distribution operations.
• Previous management experience overseeing logistics teams required.
• Strong knowledge of transportation operations, inventory movement, and supply chain processes.
• Experience working in a warehouse, distribution center, or food distribution environment preferred.
• Proven experience managing operational improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of logistics planning and transportation processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong decision-making abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Experience with ERP systems, logistics reporting tools, and data analytics preferred.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to walk throughout warehouse and distribution areas.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in office and warehouse environments as needed.

• Fast-paced logistics and distribution environment.
• Regular interaction with warehouse operations, transportation teams, vendors, and leadership.
• Exposure to warehouse equipment, distribution operations, and varying temperatures.
• Must follow all company safety policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.

Full Steam Staffing will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Full Steam Staffing is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing’s Fair Chance Act webpage.