Logistics Operations Associate
Listed on 2026-07-18
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Transportation & Logistics, Logistics Coordination, Dispatcher, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Who We Are Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy. A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe.
We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.
Pay Range $51,700.00-$71,100.00 Annual – this is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.
Job OverviewThe Associate Logistics Operations Associate is responsible for carrier selection and service levels across multiple business units. The role includes using the corporate Transportation Management System (TMS) for outbound and inbound carrier selection based on cost, service, and level of commitment; determining equipment and service level requirements for multiple plant locations; managing carrier selection and performance; maintaining continuous contact and providing assistance to customer service groups, sales, plant purchasing and plant shipping personnel;
and securing and coordinating uninterrupted transportation services and materials flow to and from North American markets.
- Utilize the corporate TMS for carrier selection on outbound and inbound shipments from multiple plant locations across all business units.
- Implement the day-to-day transportation plan.
- Implement and maintain company policy and standard operating procedures.
- Monitor service level requirements and equipment commitments with motor carriers.
- Monitor carrier service level performance and meet internal reporting requirements.
- Report cost reduction opportunities within assigned planning markets.
- Determine optimal mode between truckload, LTL and intermodal based on delivery requirements.
- Maintain good and ethical relationships with carrier/association contacts.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
- Study possible savings and service improvements through use of new and/or improved carrier equipment, methods, and procedures.
- Assist the procurement team by preparing data for negotiation of carrier services and equipment within assigned planning markets.
- Perform specific activities under direct supervision, following detailed guidelines and existing procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Minimum of 0 to 2 years of work experience; or 4+ years of work experience in lieu of a degree.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred with 0 to 2 years of experience.
- Working knowledge and experience in motor carrier transportation preferred.
- Knowledge of a Transportation Management System preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Basic knowledge of SAP or ERP systems preferred.
- Minimal travel required (0-5 days per year).
- Work environment typical of an office setting.
- Choice of comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans and wellness program; critical illness insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Paid vacation, sick and parental leave for eligible employees.
- Basic life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage.
- Supplemental life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Health spending account, flexible spending account and dependent care spending account.
- Tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.
- Company‑wide mentoring, soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters.
Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long‑term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are a proud Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions.
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