Junior Logistics Manager

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Employment Type: Full-time | On-site

About the Role

This role supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of freight operations across the business. It requires someone who can see the bigger picture while focusing on logistical details.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and delivering freight projects across different distribution divisions.
• Develop and maintain shipping schedules, dock timelines, cargo manifests, and inventory progress trackers.
• Work closely with warehouse teams and logistics leads to ensure deliveries stay on schedule.
• Coordinate operational meetings, prepare dock agendas, log dispatch updates, and follow up on pending transit items.
• Monitor delivery milestones, load-in deadlines, and vendor manifests, keeping stakeholders informed of progress.
• Identify potential shipping delays, dock bottlenecks, and inventory risks, and help develop practical solutions.
• Liaise with external freight carriers, transport vendors, and logistics partners.
• Support the implementation of new inventory systems, warehouse management software, and logistics initiatives.
• Assist with reviewing and improving existing dispatch workflows to increase efficiency.
• Prepare freight updates, inventory recaps, shipping reports, and operational documentation.
• Track logistics resources, fleet assets, and transport budgets.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure load-out tasks are completed and followed through.
• Support different departments with their freight coordination and operational requirements.
• Assist with general supply chain improvement initiatives and special projects.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn new inventory software and logistics tools.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in logistics coordination, warehouse administration, inventory management, or supply chain support. Motivated entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working with different teams, warehouse leads, and transport partners.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks, manage competing freight priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Great attention to detail and a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative.
• Positive, adaptable attitude and willingness to get involved wherever needed.
• Qualifications in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field would be an advantage but are not essential.