Logistics Manager - TX

The Logistics Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end logistics function across Micronova Manufacturing's Lewisville, TX and Torrance, CA facilities. This role oversees the global inbound movement of raw materials, outbound distribution of finished goods, inter-facility logistics, and third-party irradiation (IR) processing to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations. Working closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Planning, and external logistics partners, the Logistics Manager drives continuous improvement in shipping, receiving, freight management, customs compliance, and on-time delivery while developing standardized logistics processes that support the company's growth and operational objectives.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Maintain an effective Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Adhere to all Quality Management System (QMS) policies, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Oversee day-to-day logistics operations for the Lewisville, TX and Torrance, CA manufacturing facilities, including shipping, receiving, freight coordination, and inter-facility material movement.
• Manage domestic and international inbound shipments of raw materials, components, and packaging to support production requirements.
• Coordinate domestic and international outbound shipments of finished goods to customers, distributors, and other business partners.
• Manage relationships with transportation providers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and third-party logistics providers to support efficient transportation and logistics operations.
• Manage transportation across ocean, air, ground, parcel, LTL, and FTL shipments while supporting customs and trade compliance requirements, including import and export documentation.
• Monitor shipment activity, identify transportation issues, and coordinate resolution of delays, damages, customs holds, and other logistics exceptions.
• Oversee logistics activities associated with third-party irradiation (IR) processing, including shipment scheduling, product transfers, documentation, and inventory movement.
• Maintain shipment traceability, chain-of-custody records, and related documentation in accordance with quality procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Plan and coordinate transfers of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods between manufacturing facilities as business needs require.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Quality, and other cross-functional teams to support production schedules and customer delivery requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory transactions, shipping records, and logistics data within the company's ERP and related systems.
• Analyze logistics performance metrics, freight costs, transportation trends, and operational data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost efficiencies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to logistics, warehousing, transportation, inventory movement, and trade compliance.
• Assist with carrier selection, freight negotiations, logistics budgeting, and transportation cost management.
• Lead, coach, and support logistics personnel while promoting safe work practices, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Provide functional guidance and coordination to logistics operations across multiple manufacturing locations.
• Prepare reports, communicate logistics performance, and provide updates regarding operational issues, risks, and improvement initiatives to management.
• Comply with all applicable company policies, safety procedures, and federal, state, local, and international transportation and trade regulations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

• Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Include:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Seven (7) years of progressive logistics, transportation, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Three (3) years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience managing domestic and international inbound and outbound logistics across multiple transportation modes.
• Experience coordinating logistics operations across multiple manufacturing locations.
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 or comparable quality management system.
• Experience using ERP systems and logistics management software.

Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations, customs documentation, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications, and INCOTERMS.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with…