Logistics Manager

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.

VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

VLS is a recognized leader in sustainability space, with our offerings in Rail, Marine and Waste, we work with leading companies in Chemical, Petrochemical, Automotive, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Electronics, and other industries. The Logistics Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing logistics activities to support safe, appropriate, and cost-effective transportation and operational requirements. The position works closely with VLS Facility Managers, the Sales team, Dispatch, Maintenance, third-party transporters, Accounts Payable, and other internal and external stakeholders.

The Logistics Manager works independently to coordinate transportation needs, monitor logistics costs and budgets, support DOT and FMCSA compliance, improve logistics efficiencies, and resolve operational issues. This position has no direct reports and is not responsible for supervising employees, managing Account Specialists, or overseeing an Accounts Receivable function.

• Coordinate safe, appropriate, and cost-effective logistics operations for assigned regions and facilities.
• Evaluate and assist VLS Facility Managers and the Sales team with transportation-related KPIs and logistics requirements.
• Manage third-party transporter relationships, including obtaining and evaluating transportation quotes for new jobs.
• Coordinate transportation requirements and develop an efficient logistics model to support dispatching and maximize logistics efficiencies.
• Identify opportunities to improve logistics processes, reduce transportation costs, and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following established Company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

• Coordinate with 3PL to ensure logistics are appropriately assigned to loads and transportation requirements are met.
• Monitor transportation activity and identify opportunities to reduce cost and improve fleet utilization.
• Coordinate with 3PL regarding scheduling, pricing, service issues, and operational requirements.
• Support transportation planning for current operations and future business needs

• Work with the Maintenance team to ensure repairs are addressed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Monitor maintenance-related logistics needs and communicate operational impacts to…