Logistics Manager

Overview

Title: Logistics Manager
Location: Peoria, AZ (some time in Tempe, AZ in the beginning and will transition to Peoria, AZ)
Position Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $125K-$145K + 15% annual bonus - with full benefits package

The US Logistics Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end logistics, warehousing, and material handling operations for the U.S. This role oversees inbound and outbound movement of materials, ensures inventory accuracy, drives operational excellence, and partners closely with global logistics teams to optimize supply chain performance. The position requires strong leadership, deep SAP expertise, and the ability to collaborate across functions and regions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Lead a high-quality, effective material handling organization responsible for receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping all incoming materials and outgoing finished goods.
• Oversee warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, and material flow using SAP to manage transactions, reporting, and process integrity.
• Drive compliance with operating procedures and update documentation to reflect the most current mode of work.
• Interface regularly with freight carriers to ensure performance, cost efficiency, and alignment with business goals.
• Manage and negotiate inbound and outbound transportation scheduling, freight optimization, and carrier relationships ensuring the are Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) compliant.
• Guarantee non-stop operation by delivering the highest level of logistical service to internal customers, including Manufacturing, Purchasing, QA, Facilities, Customer Service, and Engineering.
• Collaborate with Korean warehouse and logistics teams to identify synergies between US and Korea supply chain operations.
• Share best practices, compare operational models, and support alignment where beneficial while ensuring US processes remain compliant with domestic regulations and business requirements.
• Participate in cross-regional discussions to improve efficiency, visibility, and standardization across global logistics functions.
• Monitor, record, analyze, and report on activities, trends, and results related to import/export operations and stores activities.
• Track and improve area KPIs such as inventory accuracy, material delivery cycle time, quality events, shipment counts, transactional accuracy, and overall logistics performance.
• Use SAP reporting tools to support data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to maintain compliance, including FTZ and trade managers.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of logistics, warehousing, or supply chain experience.
• Strong SAP experience required (S4
  
  Hana or related modules).
• Experience working in or supporting a Foreign Trade Zone environment preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance, and drive operational excellence.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cultures and time zones.
• Demonstrated culture of accountability and execution.
• Korean language proficiency is preferred.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.  for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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