Logistics and Transportation Manager

PTSolutions the leading supplier of industrial tools in the Midwest and one of the Top 100 distributors in the United States. With more than 35 locations throughout the country and more than 1,000,000 square feet of warehouse space, PTSolutions is continuously expanding our product offerings, while guaranteeing responsive personal service and same-day shipping. As our customers' business grows, we grow with them. PTSolutions offers a variety of customizable, advanced inventory options that reduces overspending & overhead and brings our customers to the next level. PTSolutions conducts on-site evaluations and provides training programs to help our customers improve their manufacturing process and reduce costs. From VMI to procurement, PTSolutions is a full-service provider that will be with our customers every step of the way. We're currently looking for a Logistics and Transportation Manager to join our team. This position will oversee domestic and international transportation operations across a multi-location distribution network. This role is responsible for managing parcel, truckload, LTL, import/export, and carrier relationships while ensuring cost control, service performance, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, transportation industry knowledge, and experience working with parcel carriers, freight brokers, customs processes, and logistics providers. This individual will play a key role in optimizing freight operations, auditing transportation costs, supporting international growth initiatives, and developing scalable logistics strategies. Why join the PTSolutions Team? Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation Competitive Pay Growth Opportunity throughout the country Tuition Reimbursement 401(k) with Company Match PPO Medical, Vision, and Company Paid Dental available on FOM following start Company Paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, EAP Voluntary Employee/Spouse/Child Life Insurance; Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness Insurance Pet Insurance, Identity Theft coverage, and more! Check out our website for more information! Primary Position Responsibilities Manage parcel and freight carrier relationships. Audit transportation invoices and recover billing discrepancies. Coordinate domestic and international shipments. Support import/export compliance and customs classification. Analyze logistics costs and identify savings opportunities. Participate in transportation contract negotiations. Support transportation strategy and continuous improvement initiatives. Develop reporting metrics and operational KPIs. Assist with Mexico import/export operations and compliance processes. Collaborate with internal departments to resolve transportation challenges. Other duties as assigned Required Experience THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, or related field preferred. Relevant industry certifications are a plus: Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) Customs or import/export certifications Experience with transportation management systems (TMS). Knowledge of Mexico cross-border logistics. Familiarity with freight claims management. Experience implementing route optimization or milk-run distribution models. KPI dashboard development and logistics analytics experience. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or freight management. Experience managing parcel carriers such as UPS and FedEx. Experience auditing freight and parcel invoices. Experience with LTL, truckload, and freight brokerage operations. Import/export and customs compliance experience preferred. Experience working with harmonized tariff classifications and landed cost analysis preferred. Experience negotiating carrier agreements and logistics contracts. Experience supporting multi-site distribution operations preferred. Strong understanding of transportation pricing and surcharge structures. Knowledge of domestic freight operations and parcel carrier systems. Understanding of import/export regulations and customs documentation. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities. Strong Excel and reporting skills. Ability to manage multiple vendors and priorities simultaneously. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Detail-oriented with strong follow-through. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the Company. This position is based in ourNovi, MI facility, so only candidates residing in the Detroit Metro Areaarea will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Berkshire Production Supply LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 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