Regional Operations & Logistics Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Regional Operations & Logistics Manager Job Description

The Regional Operations & Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing the logistics function, managing warehouse operations, and optimizing transportation strategies to meet delivery commitments while controlling freight costs.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the network’s transportation strategy across modes and lanes.
• Manage carrier relationships, including selection, negotiation, and ongoing performance management.
• Administer freight contracts and rate agreements to secure favorable terms and service levels.
• Optimize parcel programs to balance cost and service across carriers.
• Improve routing to enhance transit efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure delivery commitments are met across the network.
• Drive operational performance of warehouse operations under your purview.
• Standardize shipping processes across locations.
• Manage freight claims, including filing, resolution, and root-cause reduction.
• Maintain carrier scorecards to track and govern carrier performance.
• Maintain logistics performance reporting, freight spend, and delivery metrics.

Essential Skills

• Expertise in logistics, supply chain, and transportation logistics.
• Understanding of freight rate structures and negotiated rates.
• Experience with carrier agreements and contract management.
• Strong analytical mindset for evaluating carrier performance and compliance.
• Proficiency in monitoring freight management and applying lean principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with lean practices and data-driven decision making.
• Familiarity with standardization exercises and S5 or S6 disciplines.
• Readiness to lead and own a new role with direct reports.
• Comfortable with extensive travel requirements.

Work Environment

This role requires a high degree of mobility and flexibility, with regular travel expected throughout the assigned region and broader company network. The position allows for remote work when not traveling. You will work closely with branch operations, distribution facilities, and logistics partners. The travel expectation is approximately 70%. Offices are located in AL, MS, LA, FL, AR, TX, and NC.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Montgomery, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $86000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

Access to Fastening Solutions internal benefits. Company vehicle, gas card, 401k match, life insurance, disability, dental/vision/medical

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Montgomery,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.