Explore Logistics Specialist Jobs

Logistics specialists coordinate the movement, storage, and delivery of goods across complex supply chains. They help organizations manage transportation, inventory, distribution, and vendor relationships while balancing service expectations, timelines, and costs. Browse vetted Logistics Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Logistics Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include planning shipments, monitoring inventory, coordinating carriers and suppliers, resolving delivery issues, and reviewing logistics performance. Specialists may also use enterprise systems and data analysis to improve workflows, support compliance, and identify opportunities to reduce costs or delays.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in logistics, transportation, distribution, or supply chain operations. Useful skills include organization, analytical thinking, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving. Familiarity with inventory or transportation management systems, enterprise resource planning software, reporting tools, and relevant regulations can also be valuable. Requirements differ by position, so review each listing for specific qualifications.

Career Paths in Logistics

Logistics specialists may focus on areas such as freight, procurement, warehouse operations, inventory planning, or supply chain analysis. With relevant experience, professionals can pursue opportunities in logistics management, transportation management, distribution leadership, or broader supply chain roles.

Find Logistics Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role responsibilities, experience requirements, and compensation details to find Logistics Specialist positions that align with your goals.

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$120K - $145K *

Develop strategic sourcing initiatives for IT software and services, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness. Drive negotiations and manage supplier relat...

Falls Church, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead and optimize our operations, ensuring seamless processes across revenue, contracts, partnerships, and people management. You'll build a team and systems that empower growth, driving ef...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex containerized data center projects, ensuring alignment with customer needs and organizational goals from inception to completion while balancing scope, budget, and...

Alexandria, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Contribute to the operational support of enterprise messaging systems, ensuring effective email administration, user issue resolution, and mobile device management while enhancing project-based messag...

Washington, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$71K - $125K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on delivering impactful capital projects. Collaborate across departments to manage contracts for construction and professional services, ensurin...

Leesburg, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing procurement processes and delivering effective SAP solutions. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to enhance materials management and drive e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $125K *

Elevate your career by managing strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with executive leaders, identify new opportunities, and enhance market presence while ensuring operationa...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $90K *

Pioneer a transformative Donations Management Team, ensuring accurate, secure processing of charitable contributions while leading staff, establishing operational standards, and enhancing donor servic...

Towson, MDRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of procurement by optimizing MRO and consumables management. Lead strategic sourcing and supplier relationships across multiple sites while driving cost savings, compliance, and opera...

Falls Church, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading strategic procurement for facilities and utilities, overseeing lifecycle management, and ensuring optimum support for production while adhering to stringen...

Falls Church, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $136K *

Join a team that's redefining customer experience by translating complex business needs into actionable technical requirements, ensuring seamless integration across platforms and delivering innovative...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $105K *

Join our team to lead and support the accounting department, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP. Oversee daily operations, manage month-end close, and mentor associates whi...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $280K *

Help us ensure effective earned-value management and procurement processes by overseeing supplier relationships, coordinating with program teams, and driving data analysis to align project objectives...

Three Mile Bay, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the clinical supply chain for late-stage oncology trials, ensuring seamless operations and communication between sites, suppliers, and stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement and complianc...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading WMS-to-robotics integration projects, collaborating with clients and vendors to deliver scalable solutions. This hybrid role requires a blend of technical and operational ex...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $150K *

Unlock potential by overseeing project operations and client relationships, driving growth through strategic partnerships and best practices. Lead teams to achieve business goals while ensuring high s...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $138K *

Drive supplier sourcing and management for critical Aeronautics Systems programs, ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of materials and services while collaborating internally to enhance efficienc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $142K *

Accelerate progress at driving new business growth through strategic B2B sales, leveraging data analysis and consultative approaches to enhance parcel shipping solutions and improve customer outcomes...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $180K *

Transform pricing strategies for global logistics, focusing on Air Freight and Ocean LCL. Leverage market insights and analytical skills to drive growth, enhance customer value, and build scalable pri...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $180K *

Transform supply chain operations by leading end-to-end processes, optimizing efficiency, and driving continuous improvements. Collaborate with teams to align strategies with sales and profitability g...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing intuitive web experiences by researching user needs and translating complex workflows into accessible interfaces. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance usabilit...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the transformation of enterprise business processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to architect solutions that drive operational excellence across the orga...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of operations to enhance performance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Lead support teams, manage incidents, and ensure compliance with standards while driving account...

Nashville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $160K *

Shape your career by driving operational excellence as a key administrator for PSA systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance project delivery, financial accuracy, and data integrity, ensuring effec...

Portsmouth, NHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at a federal agency by managing platform enablement and customer solutions. Lead training, technical support, and cross-team collaboration to enhance data analytics and AI capabili...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Logistics Specialist do?question toggle

    A Logistics Specialist coordinates activities such as shipping, transportation, inventory, distribution, and supplier communication to help goods move efficiently through the supply chain.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Logistics Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers may look for logistics or supply chain experience, strong organizational and analytical skills, and familiarity with inventory, transportation, or enterprise planning systems.

  • Where do Logistics Specialists work?question toggle

    Logistics Specialists work across industries that move or store products, including manufacturing, retail, distribution, transportation, healthcare, and technology.

  • What career paths can follow a Logistics Specialist role?question toggle

    With experience, Logistics Specialists may advance into logistics or transportation management, distribution leadership, inventory planning, or broader supply chain positions.

  • How can I find Logistics Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted professional listings on Ladders and review each job’s compensation information, responsibilities, and qualifications to identify opportunities that match your experience.