National Produce Logistics Manager

Full Steam Staffing is hiring a National Produce Logistics Manager in Redlands, CA! We are seeking an experienced logistics leader with a strong background in produce distribution, transportation management, and supply chain operations. This position is responsible for overseeing national logistics strategies, optimizing transportation processes, managing carrier relationships, and ensuring the efficient movement of fresh produce across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing large-scale logistics operations within the food, agriculture, or produce industry.

Location: Redlands, CA

Reports To: Director of Operations / Supply Chain Leadership

FLSA Status: Exempt

Shift: TBD

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• AD&D Insurance

Job Summary

The National Produce Logistics Manager oversees and manages nationwide logistics operations supporting produce distribution. This role is responsible for developing transportation strategies, improving supply chain efficiency, managing carrier partnerships, and ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of products. The position works closely with operations, procurement, warehouse teams, and external transportation partners to maintain product quality, service levels, and operational excellence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage national logistics operations supporting produce distribution across multiple locations.
• Develop and implement transportation strategies to improve efficiency, service, and cost control.
• Oversee inbound and outbound transportation planning, routing, scheduling, and execution.
• Manage relationships with carriers, brokers, vendors, and third-party logistics providers.
• Negotiate transportation rates and evaluate carrier performance.
• Monitor transportation costs, delivery performance, and operational KPIs.
• Ensure timely movement of fresh produce while maintaining product quality and customer requirements.
• Partner with warehouse, procurement, inventory, and operations teams to improve supply chain performance.
• Analyze logistics data, identify trends, and implement process improvements.
• Develop solutions for transportation challenges, delays, capacity issues, and service concerns.
• Ensure compliance with food safety requirements, DOT regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Support cold chain logistics processes and temperature-controlled transportation requirements.
• Manage logistics budgets, expenses, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures for transportation and logistics operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop logistics team members.
• Provide regular reporting and updates to executive leadership.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain network.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Agriculture, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or produce distribution operations.
• Previous management experience overseeing national or multi-site logistics operations required.
• Experience working with fresh produce, food distribution, agriculture, or temperature-controlled transportation strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of transportation management, freight operations, and supply chain processes.
• Proven experience managing carrier relationships and negotiating transportation solutions.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent understanding of logistics planning and transportation operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong decision-making abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with internal teams, vendors, carriers, and executive leadership.
• Ability to identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvement.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ERP systems, and logistics reporting platforms preferred.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to travel as needed to support business operations.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in office, warehouse, and distribution environments.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced produce distribution and logistics environment.
• Regular interaction with warehouse teams, transportation providers, vendors, and leadership.
• Exposure to refrigerated and temperature-controlled environments.
• Occasional travel may be required based on business needs.
• Must follow all food safety, transportation, and company safety procedures.

Full Steam Staffing will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Full Steam Staffing is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing’s Fair Chance Act webpage.