Logistics Manager - Refrigerated Operations

Logistics Manager - High‑Volume Refrigerated Operations

Join a rapidly expanding, first‑class logistics organization operating a state‑of‑the‑art packing and cold‑storage environment specializing in fresh produce. We cultivate an exceptional workplace culture and offer 100% employer‑paid health benefits for all full‑time employees.

• Lead all supply‑chain and logistics functions for a large‑scale, temperature‑controlled fresh‑produce platform with national and cross‑border distribution.
• Manage a multi‑modal transportation model including refrigerated fleet operations, LTL/FTL, drayage, intermodal, and power‑only services.
• Oversee operations serving major East Coast ports and regional gateways.
• Build, scale, and lead a high‑performing sales and brokerage division with comprehensive coverage across the U.S. and Canada.
• Develop and execute scalable carrier‑procurement strategies, including capacity sourcing, multi‑year contract negotiation, and carrier scorecard performance programs.
• Direct a 24/7/365 dispatch and customer service operation focused on real‑time tracking, exception management, and 98%+ on‑time delivery performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using TMS, ELD, visibility tools, and analytics to enhance routing, load planning, operating costs, and service levels.
• Collaborate with safety leadership on regulatory compliance and risk‑management programs (DOT, FMCSA, FSMA), as well as insurance and claims handling for both company drivers and contracted carriers.
• Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives including new market entry, capacity expansion, and technology investments.
• Monitor the P&L for the logistics and brokerage division, delivering strong year‑over‑year revenue and margin growth.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain top talent across driver, brokerage, operations, and sales teams while fostering a high‑performance, ownership‑driven culture.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• 10+ years of progressive logistics or supply‑chain experience (refrigerated/perishable strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated expertise in fleet management, LTL/FTL brokerage, dispatch operations, refrigerated transportation, and port drayage.
• Proven success building and scaling sales and brokerage teams, including geographic expansion across the U.S. and/or Canada.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• Sales, brokerage, and dispatch: 5 years (required)
• Insurance and claims handling: 5 years (required)
• Refrigerated freight and fleet management: 10 years (required)
• Bilingual ability preferred.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience (fully negotiable for exceptional talent).
• 100% employer‑paid health benefits for full‑time employees.
• Additional benefits include:
• 401(k) with matching
• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Prescription coverage
• Retirement plan

• Job Type: Full‑time, on‑site
• Location:
  
  Newfield, NJ area (must be able to commute)
• Application Requirement:
  Please submit a resume and a detailed cover letter including salary expectations. Applications without a cover letter and salary requirements will not be considered.
• Salary $100K to $125K
• Accepting resumes now. E‑mail resume, cover letters and salary expectations to:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.