Logistics Manager (PRIME Division)

Job Description

Job Description

JOIN US AND "CREATE YOUR VISION"

PRIME LINE - POWERED BY S&S ACTIVEWEAR

Prime Line, the hard goods division of S&S, brings promotional product distributors top products in the best-selling categories. Backed by high achieving commercial groups, Prime Line is here to service every need a customer may have.

ABOUT US

S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech-enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t-shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. We pride ourselves on being the “critical link” that enables our 100+ brand partners such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan to reach our hyper-fragmented base of customers, comprised of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors that embellish apparel items for diverse end consumer use cases (e.g., everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.). At S&S, we differentiate in the market through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world-class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation.

Our success has compounded since the Company’s humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t-shirt distributor to a leading, multi-billion-dollar value-added distribution platform that drives market penetration for our suppliers while enabling the growth, operations and fulfillment for a diverse range of customers across channels and business sizes. We strive to be the apparel distributor of choice while inspiring and fostering growth for customers, employees and suppliers through our core values of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability.

This position is part of our PRIME division, operating under the S&S Activewear parent company. PRIME plays a key role in delivering specialized solutions while aligning with the broader mission and values of S&S Activewear.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing inbound and outbound logistics, customs compliance, transportation, shipping processes, systems administration, and reporting across two sites. This onsite, full-time role manages 2–3 supervisors and works cross-functionally with production, warehouse, customer service, and global customs teams.

This position is part of our PRIME division, operating under the S&S Activewear parent company. PRIME plays a key role in delivering specialized solutions while aligning with the broader mission and values of S&S Activewear.

Salaried: (based on experience)

Monday-Friday (full-time)

Onsite - Bridgeport, CT or Gaffney, SC

Travel: As required between sites and to attend meetings (5%-10%).

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Manage daily inbound and outbound logistics for domestic and international shipments.
• Oversee shipping processes, dangerous goods shipping, and international documentation.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, HTS codes, and cross-border requirements.
• Execute established carrier contracts; escalate issues as needed.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce SOPs for all logistics processes (domestic/international, inbound/outbound).
• Lead process management, exception approvals, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Own logistics systems administration (ERP, WMS, Shipping platform).
• Report on financial and operational performance, freight costs, and KPIs.
• Oversee freight invoice auditing and freight claims processes.
• Deep dive into issues, analyze data, and resolve shipping problems with customer service.
• Supervise 2–3 shipping supervisors across two sites.
• Provide training, guidance, and performance management.
• Systems administration for internal and 3P managed WMS, OMS, TMS.
• Monitor and control freight costs; support freight quote process as needed.
• Approve exceptions and resolve escalated shipping issues.
• Ensure accurate customs documentation and compliance for all shipments.
• Resolve cross-border issues and support international trade requirements.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 5-7 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of ERP, WMS, OMS and shipping systems, production timelines, and carrier operations.
• Understanding of customs processes, HTS codes, and international documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with hazmat shipping and B2B customer service preferred.
• Ability to travel as required between sites.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Freight cost control and budget adherence.
• Process improvement and SOP compliance.
• Carrier performance and relationship management.
• Accuracy of reporting and financial data.
• Timely resolution of shipping and customs issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in both a professional office environment and warehouse environment. It entails routine use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets, etc.). There are times where the person within this position will need to work in our warehouse to be available to personnel and may hear honking from equipment utilized in the warehouse. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer utilizing full dexterity of all fingers. Must be comfortable and able to access and navigate each department at the warehouse facility.

• The job will be performed BOTH in the warehouse where conditions can range from warm to cool as well as an office setting.
• Travel: As required between sites and to attend meetings (5%-10%).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

S&S Activewear welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a diverse culture and supporting human growth. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We conduct business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. S&S participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. This job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.