Logistics Manager – Coopersville Area

Logistics Manager | Coopersville, MI

Salary Range: $85,000 – $130,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a logistics manager? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Coopersville area seeking Logistics Managers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Logistics Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Coopersville in Ottawa County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Ravenna.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Coopersville area that seek Logistics Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• Manage shipping documentation, including bills of lading and customs paperwork.
• Monitor transportation costs and identify opportunities to reduce freight spend.
• Supervise warehouse and logistics staff and set daily work priorities.
• Resolve delivery delays, damaged shipments, and supplier issues.
• Maintain compliance with safety, import, and export regulations.
• Plan and schedule inbound and outbound shipments to meet production and customer needs.
• Coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, and third party logistics providers.
• Track inventory levels and reconcile discrepancies in warehouse records.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience negotiating freight rates and managing carrier relationships.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort with inventory and cost reporting.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a small team.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.
• Five or more years of logistics or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of transportation management and warehouse management systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Bilingual communication skills for supplier and carrier contacts.
• APICS or similar supply chain certification.
• Experience with international shipping and customs compliance.
• Familiarity with lean or continuous improvement methods.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Warehouse Manager, Materials Manager, Logistics Supervisor, Supply Chain Coordinator, Inventory Manager, Freight Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Distribution Manager, Transportation Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
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$ 85,000.00 –  (US Dollar)