Logistics Manager

W.J. DEUTSCH & SONS LTD.

Logistics Manager overseeing transportation performance and logistics strategy at Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits. Collaborating with finance and supply chain teams on optimization initiatives.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in logistics and transportation management, including carrier sourcing, freight budgeting, and KPI oversight. Proficient in TMS/ERP systems and skilled in leading cross-functional projects to optimize supply chain performance.

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Logistics ManagementCarrier NegotiationsFreight BudgetingTMS/ERP ProficiencyKPI Reporting

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Hard Skills

Logistics AnalyticsFreight ProcurementContinuous ImprovementRisk ManagementCustoms ClearanceTransportation ComplianceFreight Cost ManagementRFP Management3PL ManagementSupply Chain Strategy

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationPeople LeadershipVendor Management

Tools & Technologies

TMSERP SystemsExcelBI/Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS CSCPCLTD

Industry Keywords

Transportation StrategyFreight ClaimsImport/Export ProcessesOTIFCarrier Performance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own domestic and international transportation strategy, execution oversight, and carrier performance across the network.
Lead carrier sourcing, RFPs, contract negotiations, and ongoing relationship management across all transportation modes.
Own logistics KPIs and scorecards, including freight cost, OTIF, carrier performance, claims, and accessorial charges.
Manage the freight budget, lead standard costing exercises, explain variances, and identify savings opportunities.
Drive transportation optimization and continuous improvement initiatives across lanes, modes, routing, and network design.
Partner cross-functionally with Supply Planning, Finance, Production, Procurement, Customer Service, and Warehouse leadership departments.
Oversee risk management, contingency planning, freight claims, customs clearance and transportation compliance, including CTPAT and import/export requirements.
Support strategic supply chain projects, including TMS implementation and broader logistics network improvement initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field required.
5–8+ years of logistics and transportation experience across multiple material types and finished cased goods, including domestic freight management; international exposure and ocean freight management experience preferred.
2+ years of people leadership or demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects and developing talent.
Strong experience with carrier negotiations and management, freight procurement, budgeting, KPI reporting, and continuous improvement.
Proficiency with TMS/ERP systems, Excel, and logistics analytics; BI/reporting tools are a plus.
Knowledge of freight market dynamics, transportation compliance, import/export processes, and 3PL management preferred.
APICS CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution) preferred.
Ability to negotiate and manage vendors.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development opportunities