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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$90K - $189K *

Shape the future of defense financial management! Leverage your SAP FM/GL expertise to architect solutions for USTRANSCOM, enhancing military logistics while employing SAP S/4HANA in a high-impact, Ag...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll leverage SAP FM/GL expertise to architect solutions that support U.S. military logistics. Collaborate in a SAFe Agile environment, driving innovation and seamless inte...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead a dynamic team in ensuring optimal performance of mission-critical data centers. Drive service operations, enhance customer satisfaction, and foster team development while managing budgets and im...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $169K *

Empower cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and technology risk management. Lead audits, identify control gaps, and drive corrective actions while fostering a culture of accountability and co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$81K - $121K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $109K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $115K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing hematology care by educating healthcare providers and driving demand for innovative therapies. Leverage your expertise to foster relationships and ensure a po...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex power and energy projects, ensuring successful delivery and stakeholder engagement while managing budgets, risks, and multi-disciplinary teams for high-impact initi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$215K - $240K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $248K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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$153K - $207K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$183K - $203K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $125K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Elevate security practices by integrating SAST/DAST into CI/CD pipelines, hardening infrastructure with Ansible, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate on vulnerability management...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Drive security integration in CI/CD pipelines, enhance infrastructure hardening, and manage vulnerability assessments to ensure compliance and robust security practices across federal systems...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Elevate security practices by integrating DevSecOps methodologies into CI/CD pipelines, enhancing infrastructure resilience, and ensuring compliance with federal standards while collaborating with cro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security in DevSecOps. You'll integrate security tools into CI/CD pipelines, harden infrastructure, and ensure compliance while collaborating with federal sys...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Help us enhance security by integrating DevSecOps practices into CI/CD pipelines, hardening infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate with teams to track vulnerabilit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Join a team that's advancing security practices by integrating DevSecOps into CI/CD pipelines, hardening infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Drive innovation and safeguard...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Elevate security practices by integrating DevSecOps methodologies into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring robust vulnerability management and compliance across federal systems while collaborating with cross-fu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.