Planning and Logistics Manager Jobs
Planning and Logistics Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and transportation at every level from entry-level coordinator to director, with specializations in supply chain optimization, demand planning, and distribution management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- Lead a team of Analysts responsible for advanced logistics network design, optimization of inbound and return logistics, load density, frequency analysis, mode optimization, and logistics cost savings.
- Define methods and procedures to maintain lane level plans within plan for every part (PFEP), Transportation Management System (TMS), and ensure SAP aligned to ship calendar and transit.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to implement logistics plans between suppliers, carriers, plant/PDC, and material planning. Partner with purchasing to ensure carrier coverage. Support and develop KPIs to improve shipment execution against plan.
- Build and maintain the tools used to calculate utilization and maintain standard work against logistics plans (Alteryx and Tableau).
- Define transit standards and measure performance against.
- Serve as subject matter expert for lane implementation and partner with IT and Logistics Program Management in planning systems strategy and process. See beyond the status quo and be cutting edge.
- Analyze and report out on inbound freight spend.
- Collaborate cross-functionally on vendor selection, KPI measurement, and logistics process development. Own the role, and craft best in class strategies and process for exponential growth.
- Provide a customer-oriented approach to support the internal customers.
- Support future model planning to identify optimal sourcing locations based on total landed cost.
- Future model forecasting and planning working closely with finance for budget setting.
- 10+ years of experience in the automotive/operational logistics industry.
- Ability to lead a team through ambiguity, and interpret data to drive decision-making
- Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Data Analytics, Engineering, or Supply Chain. MBA or master’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
- Experience creating and optimizing logistics plans and implementing them with carriers and suppliers and managing change cross-functionally between logistics ops and material supply.
- Hands-on experience working with Transportation Management System (TMS), SAP, and Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
- Ability to travel 20-25%
- Lead a team of Analysts responsible for advanced logistics network design, optimization of inbound and return logistics, load density, frequency analysis, mode optimization, and logistics cost savings.
- Define methods and procedures to maintain lane level plans within plan for every part (PFEP), Transportation Management System (TMS), and ensure SAP aligned to ship calendar and transit.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to implement logistics plans between suppliers, carriers, plant/PDC, and material planning. Partner with purchasing to ensure carrier coverage. Support and develop KPIs to improve shipment execution against plan.
- Build and maintain the tools used to calculate utilization and maintain standard work against logistics plans (Alteryx and Tableau).
- Define transit standards and measure performance against.
- Serve as subject matter expert for lane implementation and partner with IT and Logistics Program Management in planning systems strategy and process. See beyond the status quo and be cutting edge.
- Analyze and report out on inbound freight spend.
- Collaborate cross-functionally on vendor selection, KPI measurement, and logistics process development. Own the role, and craft best in class strategies and process for exponential growth.
- Provide a customer-oriented approach to support the internal customers.
- Support future model planning to identify optimal sourcing locations based on total landed cost.
- Future model forecasting and planning working closely with finance for budget setting.
- 10+ years of experience in the automotive/operational logistics industry.
- Ability to lead a team through ambiguity, and interpret data to drive decision-making
- Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Data Analytics, Engineering, or Supply Chain. MBA or master’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
- Experience creating and optimizing logistics plans and implementing them with carriers and suppliers and managing change cross-functionally between logistics ops and material supply.
- Hands-on experience working with Transportation Management System (TMS), SAP, and Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
- Ability to travel 20-25%
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Technology & Software
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Waste Management & Environmental Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in planning and logistics manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Experience managing demand planning, inventory control, or distribution operations
- Strong analytical skills including data modeling, forecasting, and KPI reporting
- APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred by many employers
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships
Tips for Your Planning and Logistics Manager Job Search
Quantify supply chain impact on your resume
Planning and logistics managers who list specific outcomes, such as reduced lead times, improved fill rates, or lower freight costs, stand out far more than those who list duties. Pull numbers from your performance reviews or operations reports and anchor each bullet to a result.
List your planning and ERP tools explicitly
Hiring managers and applicant tracking systems screen for tools like SAP, Oracle SCM, Manhattan Associates, or Kinaxis. Don't bury them in a paragraph. Add a dedicated skills section that lists every platform you've used, even if your proficiency is intermediate.
Target postings by industry vertical, not just title
Planning and logistics manager roles in e-commerce have different priorities than those in pharmaceuticals or aerospace. When you filter openings, include the industry alongside the title so you're applying to roles where your specific domain experience is a direct match.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists planning and logistics manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers at this level typically present a supply disruption, an inventory imbalance, or a carrier failure and ask how you'd respond. Walk through a real example from your experience, including the tradeoffs you weighed and the outcome, rather than giving a textbook process answer.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify the team size, budget authority, and technology resources you'll own before accepting. Planning and logistics manager roles vary widely in actual decision-making power, and understanding scope upfront prevents mismatched expectations after you start.
Planning and Logistics Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most planning and logistics managers?
Amazon, Google, and Lotus Bakeries are hiring the most planning and logistics managers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Georgia, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Roles at larger employers often come with broader scope across multiple distribution networks or product lines.
How many planning and logistics manager jobs are remote?
About 56% of planning and logistics manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in demand planning, inventory analytics, and S&OP coordination roles. Positions tied to warehouse operations, distribution centers, or carrier management tend to require on-site presence at least part of the week.
How do you become a planning and logistics manager?
Most planning and logistics managers start in analyst or coordinator roles within supply chain, procurement, or operations and build up experience managing forecasts, vendor relationships, or distribution workflows. Earning an APICS certification such as the CPIM or CSCP strengthens your candidacy significantly. Moving into management typically requires demonstrating that you can lead a team, own a budget, and drive measurable process improvements.
Can you get hired as a planning and logistics manager with little experience?
Breaking in with limited experience is possible if you've held adjacent roles in purchasing, warehouse coordination, or operations analysis and can show you've influenced planning or logistics decisions directly. Emphasize any exposure to ERP tools, inventory management, or cross-functional projects. Some employers also hire candidates from military logistics backgrounds or recent graduates with strong internship experience into associate manager roles.
What does the planning and logistics manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your background and tool proficiency, followed by a panel interview with operations and supply chain leaders. Expect at least one case or scenario round where you walk through how you'd handle a supply disruption, a forecast miss, or a carrier capacity problem. Final rounds often include a presentation of a past project or a take-home analysis relevant to the company's logistics challenges.
Where can I find and apply to planning and logistics manager jobs?
You can find and apply to planning and logistics manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your profile.
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