Logistics Manager
Logistics Manager
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$ 115000 - 130000
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Job Description
Quilts mission is to move humanity off of fossil fuel heating. 20 of US global warming emissions come from homes (thats more than cars!. The largest driver of home emissions is burning fossil fuels for heat. To complete the energy transition over 80M US homes need to transition from combustion to efficient electric heat pumps over the coming decades.
We believe for this to happen the world needs fantastic products that are easy and desirable to purchase. Todays heat pumps lack great design make limited use of software and are difficult and stressful to adopt. We are building a next generation beautifully designed optimized home heating and cooling system that is 10x better than what is on the market today. And we are making it easy to purchase and adopt by managing all sales rebates permitting and installation for our customers.
Role
Quilt is entering a new business model that requires the establishment of dependable and costefficient LessThanTruckload (LTL) trucking across the United States. The Logistics Manager will be responsible for developing implementing and managing our LTL trucking strategy. This individual will oversee carrier relationships negotiate rates optimize shipping routes and ensure timely and costeffective freight transportation. The ideal candidate has 57 years of experience in logistics with a strong understanding of the LTL landscape.
The role reports directly into Quilts Head of Supply Chain joining a small but critical team in the delivery of our custom manufactured heat pumps and associated parts.
Responsibilities of the role include:
- Develop and execute an LTL freight strategy that aligns with business metrics (regions costs reliability).
- Identify and onboard reliable LTL carriers negotiating contracts and rates to optimize cost and service levels.
- Monitor shipments track performance metrics and ensure ontime deliveries. Relay feedback to logistics providers and hold them accountable as necessary.
- Analyze freight spend identify costsaving opportunities and optimize shipping routes.
- Ensure compliance with federal state and industry regulations regarding freight transportation.
- Collaborate with internal teams (sales operations and customer service) to ensure smooth delivery of products resolve logistics issues and disputes and fulfill customer needs.
- Leverage technology and transportation management systems (TMS) to improve logistics efficiency.
- Stand up reverse logistics as the business matures.
- Stay informed on industry trends emerging technologies and best practices in LTL freight management.
Qualifications for the role include:
- Bachelors degree in supply chain operations or related field preferred.
- 57 years of experience in logistics freight management or supply chain operations with direct experience in domestic logistics preferred.
- Strong knowledge of LTL trucking carrier networks and freight pricing structures.
- Experience negotiating rates and managing carrier relationships.
- Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets.
- Great interpersonal skills.
- Selfmotivated with a proactive approach to improve operations.
- Passionate about the mission of Quilt.
Dont meet 100 of the requirements Thats okay apply anyways! If youre excited about this role and think you could bring something unique to the team we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesnt match perfectly. Wed love to hear from you.
The salary for this role ranges from $115000 $130000. We expect this person to work onsite full time in our Redwood City Office. In addition to base salary Quilt also offers meaningful equity and toptier benefits.
At Quilt were on a mission to make clean efficient heating and cooling accessible to everyone and we know that heat pumps can play a big role in creating healthier more climateresilient homes. But the reality is climate change and outdated energy systems dont impact everyone equally. Thats why were building a diverse inclusive team because we believe the best solutions come from people with different lived experiences and perspectives. We welcome teammates of all races ethnicities genders identities abilities and backgrounds and were committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels empowered to shape the future of climate tech.
Need accommodations during the hiring process No problem just let us know. Were here to support you.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
