Logistics Manager

MKS Instruments

. Manage domestic and international global logistics and transportation operations .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeAndover • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $109,750 - $182,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in global logistics and transportation management, with a focus on multi-mode transportation, carrier management, and cost optimization. Proven ability to analyze transportation spend, drive cost savings, and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

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Global Transportation ExperienceCarrier ManagementFreight ProcurementData Analysis ToolsKPI Development

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Hard Skills

Multi-Mode TransportationTransportation Cost AnalysisFreight AuditBudgetingMode Selection StrategiesTransportation Conversion AnalysisKPI TrackingCost-Savings IdentificationLogistics Operational ImprovementsCarrier Performance Management

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCollaborationTeam LeadershipContinuous ImprovementChange Management

Tools & Technologies

Transportation Management SystemsAdvanced ExcelPivotTablesPower Query

Industry Keywords

LogisticsSupply ChainFreight ForwardersParcelLTLService Level AgreementsCross-Functional TeamsCarrier SourcingFreight Payment ProcessesTransportation Efficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage domestic and international global logistics and transportation operations
Manage relationships with freight forwarders, parcel, LTL and couriers
Oversee carrier sourcing, bid events and rate management
Lead freight payment processes and freight audit programs
Analyze transportation spend and identify cost-savings opportunities
Develop and execute mode optimization strategies balancing cost, service and transit time
Monitor carrier performance through KPIs including on-time delivery, claims ratios, capacity utilization and service reliability
Collaborate with procurement, planning, customer service, operations and other cross-functional teams
Attend quarterly business reviews with carriers and logistics service providers
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to freight operations and transportation execution
Evaluate network routing opportunities and transportation efficiency initiatives
Report to the Director of Global Logistics

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of global transportation and logistics experience
3+ years managing teams or leading cross-functional logistics initiatives
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field
Strong expertise in multi-mode transportation, carrier management, and freight procurement
Solid analytical and financial acumen, including transportation cost analysis and budgeting
Demonstrated ability to drive logistics cost savings and operational improvements
Experience managing carrier performance, KPIs, and service level agreements
Proven ability to collaborate across functions to support supply chain and customer requirements
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement
Ability to travel as needed (approximately 10–25%)
Demonstrated experience collaborating across supply chain, operations, and customer-facing teams
Experience leading, mentoring, or influencing team members in a matrixed environment
Exposure to change management initiatives within logistics or transportation operations
Proficiency in data analysis tools, including advanced Excel (PivotTables, Power Query)
Familiarity with freight audit and payment systems or transportation management systems (TMS)
Experience developing and tracking KPIs to measure transportation performance
Ability to analyze freight spend and identify optimization opportunities
Working knowledge of mode selection strategies and transportation conversion analysis
Eligible to work in the United States; work visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision)
401(k) with company match
Life and disability insurance
12 paid holidays
Sick time
15 paid vacation days
6 weeks fully paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement