Logistics Manager

Spire Solutions is hiring a Logistics Manager to join our team in Houston, TX!

The Logistics Manager will oversee and coordinate logistics, purchasing, inventory, and material movement activities for construction projects. This role will manage the execution and monitoring of shipments while ensuring materials, equipment, and project-related items are purchased, received, tracked, stored, and delivered in alignment with project schedules and budgets. The Logistics Manager is someone who can thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven construction environment where priorities can change quickly.

Spire Solutions, a subsidiary of The Weitz Company, has spent over 20 years delivering end-to-end interior construction solutions across the U.S. Our team partners closely with clients to provide design-assist, procurement, and turnkey installation services that improve cost, quality, and project outcomes. Spire Solutions uses a hands-on, collaborative approach, combining deep product expertise with strong national supplier relationships to solve complex challenges across the supply chain.

Our employees play a direct role in shaping solutions, driving efficiency, and delivering real value on every project.

• Oversee and coordinate logistics operations supporting construction projects from procurement through delivery and final use
• Purchase materials, equipment, tools, supplies, and other items ensuring purchases are made timely and within established budgets
• Coordinate local and long-distance shipments, including FTL, LTL, oversized, specialized, and other freight movements
• Research and compile transportation, material, and logistics costs for quotes; analyze pricing and recommend the most effective solutions
• Coordinate with project teams to understand material requirements, delivery schedules, priorities, and changing project needs
• Develop and maintain logistics, purchasing, inventory, and shipment schedules to ensure materials and equipment are available when needed
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date shipment, purchasing, inventory, cost, and vendor information
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate the receipt, storage, movement, and distribution of materials and equipment
• Track shipments and proactively communicate delays, issues, or changes that may affect project schedules
• Coordinate warehouse and logistics activities across multiple locations
• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate logistics and hourly personnel, including assigning daily responsibilities and monitoring performance
• Provide guidance, training, and support to logistics and warehouse staff to ensure efficient and consistent processes
• Ensure logistics activities are performed safely and efficiently
• Integrate various aspects of the supply chain system and develop innovative business solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support project execution
• Monitor logistics and purchasing budgets and expenses to ensure department and project goals are met
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, freight providers, project teams, and internal stakeholders
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Identify potential supply chain, purchasing, inventory, or delivery issues and proactively develop solutions
• Assist with forecasting material and equipment requirements based on project schedules and anticipated needs
• Ensure purchasing and logistics activities align with project schedules, contractual requirements, and company policies

• Experience:
  • 7+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, freight forwarding, purchasing, warehouse operations, or a related field
  • Previous experience managing/leading a team required
  • Experience coordinating freight and transportation, including FTL, LTL, oversized, and specialized shipments
  • Experience purchasing materials, equipment, tools, and/or supplies for construction projects is desired
  • Experience managing inventory and material movement across multiple locations is a plus
• Skills:
  • Knowledge of shipping documentation, freight requirements, and common trade protocols
  • High level of customer service and ability to build rapport
  • Flexibility to…