Logistics Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Logistics Supervisor

Job Description

The Logistics Supervisor oversees outbound logistics, inventory management, customer delivery requirements, and daily logistics operations that support automotive manufacturing activities. This desk-based leadership role focuses heavily on reporting, data analysis, customer interaction, inventory control, and continuous improvement. The Logistics Supervisor leads a team of Logistics Specialists and partners closely with the Logistics Manager to ensure operational excellence, process compliance, and high levels of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise daily logistics operations and provide hands-on leadership to a team of Logistics Specialists.
• Manage customer orders, monitor inventory flow, and oversee shipping operations and material movement to support automotive manufacturing.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize logistics reports, spreadsheets, and tracking tools using advanced Excel capabilities.
• Analyze logistics and inventory data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process and cost improvements.
• Coordinate closely with customers, suppliers, production teams, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure on-time and accurate deliveries.
• Lead inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain high levels of inventory accuracy and control.
• Support and drive cost reduction initiatives related to shipping, transportation, and inventory management.
• Handle customer delivery issues, claims, and corrective actions, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication.
• Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations for leadership, providing clear insights and recommendations.
• Manage employee performance by providing coaching, feedback, and training to support the development and effectiveness of the logistics team.
• Ensure adherence to established logistics processes, policies, and standards while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience managing employees.
• Minimum 3+ years of automotive industry experience (preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, spreadsheets, basic formulas, data analysis, and reporting dashboards.
• Proven experience leading logistics, supply chain, transportation, inventory, or material control operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and act on complex data.
• Hands-on experience working with ERP systems in a logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Experience managing employee performance, training, and day-to-day operational activities.

This is a Permanent position based out of Plymouth, MI.

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Full benefits, hybrid work schedule, med, vision, and dental.

This is a hybrid position in Plymouth,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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