Logistics Manager at Activate Talent. The Logistics Manager is a senior operations role responsible for end-to-end supply chain execution across multiple business entities. You will own inventory health, inbound procurement coordination, Amazon FBA compliance, and the implementation and adoption of the company’s ERP/WMS platform.. Reporting directly to the COO, the Logistics Manager leads the logistics team and serves as the operational bridge between demand planning and production/fulfillment operations. This fully remote role requires strong systems thinking, cross-entity coordination, and a proactive ownership mentality in a high-growth e-commerce environment.. Key Responsibilities. Inventory Management & Stock Level Optimization. Maintain optimal stock levels across all SKUs (scaling from 180+ to 500+) for Amazon FBA, TikTok, and D2C fulfillment. . Own inventory health metrics: IPI score, stranded inventory, aged inventory, restock limits, and sell-through rates. . Develop reorder point (ROP) and safety stock models, factoring lead times, seasonal demand, and supplier variability. . Coordinate with Brand Managers and Product Development for new SKU launches and marketplace readiness. . Inbound Procurement & Supplier Coordination. Execute purchase orders across multiple entities, managing procurement and production POs. . Coordinate inbound logistics: domestic trucking, import customs, and carriers to minimize lead times and costs. . Maintain supplier relationships, ensuring delivery timelines, quality, and documentation compliance. . Track and reconcile inbound shipments against POs, escalating discrepancies to the COO/Controller. . Production & Fulfillment Collaboration. Serve as primary logistics interface with production facilities, coordinating scheduling, raw materials, and outbound flow. . Manage handoff between production and fulfillment, ensuring POs meet committed windows. . Collaborate on raw materials, packaging inventory, and production capacity to prevent bottlenecks. . Escalate cross-entity coordination issues with proposed resolutions. . ERP/WMS Implementation & Systems Ownership. Lead the logistics workstream for ERP/WMS implementation (e.g., Fulfil.io), ensuring accurate configuration of inventory, POs, and fulfillment workflows. . Own logistics data integrity: SKU master data, supplier records, open POs, and inbound shipments. . Define and document SOPs for all logistics functions within the ERP. . Train logistics team and cross-functional stakeholders; serve as internal SME post go-live. . Amazon FBA Compliance & Channel Fulfillment. Manage Amazon FBA shipment creation, labeling, and compliance. . Monitor FBA prep standards, hazmat requirements, and product-specific packaging rules. . Manage restock limits and utilization rates to prevent ASIN suppression. . Coordinate with Brand Managers on FBA listing issues with logistics dependencies. . Team Leadership & Management. Lead and hold accountable the logistics team (2–5 people) and future hires. . Set clear KPIs, conduct 1:1s, and performance reviews. . Identify team gaps and address via hiring, training, or automation. . Foster a culture of ownership, accuracy, and continuous improvement. . Budget & Cost Management. Own logistics operating budget: freight, FBA fees, prep costs, 3PL expenses. . Track spend vs. budget, reporting variances and corrective actions. . Identify cost reduction opportunities without compromising service levels. . Manage 3PL and carrier relationships, negotiating rates and agreements. . Reporting & Cross-Functional Collaboration. Provide weekly updates to COO on inventory, inbound pipeline, FBA health, and escalations. . Collaborate with Controller on inventory reconciliation and month-end support. . Partner with Brand Managers, Product Development, and Sales on demand forecasting and promotional inventory planning. . Participate in EOS L10 meetings and quarterly planning sessions.. Skills & Proficiencies. Deep knowledge of Amazon Seller Central logistics: FBA shipment management, IPI optimization, restock limits, compliance. . Hands-on ERP/WMS experience (Fulfil.io, NetSuite, Cin7, Odoo, or equivalent); implementation experience preferred. . Advanced inventory planning, demand forecasting, and supply chain analytics. . Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills; BI tools a plus. . Excellent written and verbal communication for remote teams and cross-facility coordination. . Leadership experience managing a 2–5 person logistics team. . Experience. 5+ years in logistics, supply chain, or operations management in e-commerce. . Proven experience managing Amazon FBA operations at scale. . Multi-entity or multi-facility logistics coordination. . ERP/WMS implementation experience. . Inbound freight, vendor management, and multi-channel fulfillment experience. . Mindset & Leadership. Ownership mentality; proactive problem-solving. . Strategic, critical thinker; able to design scalable processes and SOPs. . Comfortable in fast-paced, high-growth environments with evolving priorities. . Thrives in remote settings; strong self-management and async communication. . Collaborative; works constructively across departments and facilities.. Company Location: Philippines.
Logistics Manager at Activate Talent