Logistics Manager

Description

The Logistics Manager is responsible for leading and executing Lenze Americas’ logistics operations including receiving, warehousing, internal material flow, and shipping. This key leadership role blends hands‑on execution with strategic process ownership to build and scale a high‑performing logistics function that supports manufacturing excellence and future growth. The Logistics Manager serves as the SAP process owner, champion of Lean initiatives, and drives continuous, data‑driven improvements to enhance efficiency, inventory accuracy, and service levels.

• Position Title: Logistics Manager
• Position Location: Uxbridge, MA
• Position Type: Onsite, Monday - Friday
• Compensation: $95,000-$120,000 (Compensation is an estimate and depends on skills, knowledge, education, and experience)

You’re a hands‑on, outgoing logistics leader who thrives in fast‑paced manufacturing. You’re results‑focused, bringing an approachable style and data‑driven mindset (SAP preferred) to solve problems, improve processes, and drive efficiency and accuracy. You’re Lean‑focused and get excited when you streamline workflows and eliminate waste. You understand the value in building accountable, high‑performing teams through clear expectations, coaching, and cross‑functional collaboration.

• Lead, coach, and develop logistics team members, including supervisors and frontline staff
• Drive performance through clear expectations, KPIs, and daily management

• Own daily execution of:
  • Receiving and inbound material flow (inspection, put‑away, system receipt)
  • Internal material movement and line‑side delivery to production
  • Warehouse management (storage, inventory control, replenishment)
  • Shipping operations (domestic and international, including Canada/Mexico growth)
• Ensure reliable material availability to support uninterrupted production
• Optimize end‑to‑end material flow from inbound through production to outbound delivery
• Balance service, cost, and efficiency, including labor productivity and freight

• Own and track key metrics (inventory accuracy, on‑time delivery, throughput, downtime)
• Lead root cause problem solving and drive sustainable corrective actions
• Champion Lean initiatives (5S, standard work, flow improvements, waste reduction)
• Deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, flow, and inventory performance

• Serve as SAP process owner for logistics and ensure transactional accuracy
• Standardize processes through SOPs, training, and best practices
• Partner with IT and global teams on system improvements

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with EHS standards
• Maintain inventory accuracy, equipment reliability, and audit readiness
• Partner cross‑functionally to resolve quality and process issues

• Act as key interface between Production, Planning, Purchasing, Quality, and Customer Service
• Align logistics execution with production schedules and customer demand
• Drive cross‑functional problem resolution to remove constraints impacting material flow and delivery

What you need:

• 7+ years of progressive experience in logistics, warehouse, or supply chain operations (manufacturing environment strongly preferred)
• 4+ years’ experience in supervising & leading teams in a fast‑paced operational environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or related field highly preferred
• Proven success implementing Lean logistics systems (Kanban, pull systems, line‑side delivery, supermarkets)
• Demonstrated systems thinking and process design capability
• Strong ERP experience required; SAP ownership experience highly preferred
• Experience optimizing material flow, layouts, and warehouse processes
• Track record of driving KPI improvements using data and structured problem solving
• Experience with domestic and international shipping processes (Canada/Mexico preferred)
• Strong leadership presence with ability to drive accountability and change
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with the ability to…