Logistics Coordinator
Plan and track how products move from suppliers to customers, on time and on budget.
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Transportation & Logistics career
Logistics Manager
Also called: Transportation Manager · Distribution Center Manager · Warehouse Manager · Supply Chain Manager
What logistics managers do, what they earn, how long training takes and how to get started, with official BLS pay data and practical, job-level detail.
What does a logistics manager do?
Transportation, storage and distribution managers plan, direct or coordinate transportation, storage or distribution activities. The median pay is $107,230 per year (BLS, May 2025), most people train for about 5+ years of experience, and employment is projected to grow +6.1% from 2025–35.
Pay data: BLS OEWS, May 2025 · Outlook: BLS 2025–35 · Checked October 15, 2026
- Median pay$107,230$51.55/hour · May 2025
- Job growth+6.1%2025–35, faster than average
- Openings per year18,300Average, 2025–35
- Typical entry educationHigh school diploma or equivalentBLS classification
- Time to train5+ years of experienceTypical program length
- U.S. jobs228,100Employment, 2025
What logistics managers do
Logistics managers keep goods moving. They run warehouses and distribution centers, manage carriers and fleets, plan inventory and labor, track costs and on-time delivery, and solve problems from late trucks to staffing gaps.
BLS lists a high school diploma with five or more years of experience as typical, though many have a bachelor’s in supply chain or business. BLS projects faster than average growth.
Typical duties
- Manage warehouse operations
- Manage carriers and fleets
- Plan labor
- Track costs
- Track on-time delivery
- Ensure safety
- Improve processes
Work environment and schedule
Logistics managers work in warehouses, distribution centers and offices.
Schedule: Full time, often long hours during peak seasons.
A day in the life
- Review overnight shipments.
- Lead the shift meeting.
- Call a carrier about a delay.
- Review labor plans.
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Logistics Manager salary
Half of logistics managers earned more than $107,230 and half earned less in May 2025. Pay ranged from about $65,120 for the lowest 10% to $194,900 for the top 10%.
Full logistics manager pay scale and hourly rates →
How to become a logistics manager
- Start in a warehouse or transport role
- Become a supervisor
- Learn WMS and TMS
- Earn CLTD or CSCP
- Become a manager
A high school diploma with years of experience is typical; many have a bachelor’s in supply chain or business.
Step-by-step guide to becoming a logistics manager →
Skills and tools
Technical skills
- Warehouse management
- Transportation management
- Inventory control
- Labor planning
- KPI tracking
People skills
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Decision-making
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Faster-than-average growth
- Good pay
- Experience can matter more than a degree
- Fast-paced problem-solving
Cons
- Long peak seasons
- Constant disruptions
- Staffing challenges
- On call
Certifications and licenses
- CSCP: Certified Supply Chain Professional.
- CLTD: Logistics, Transportation and Distribution.
- CPL: Certified Professional Logistician.
- OSHA 30: Safety.
Career path
- Warehouse Associate: Entry.
- Supervisor: Lead.
- Logistics Manager: Run ops.
- Director of Logistics: Lead network.
Learn the job before day one
Our Logistics Manager training (10 hours, $89.99) covers the role, 15+ key terms, step-by-step procedures such as plan warehouse labor for peak season and improve on-time delivery, safety and how to land your first job.
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Logistics Manager FAQ
Do logistics managers need a degree?
Not always; experience counts heavily.
Is the field growing?
Yes, BLS projects faster than average growth.
What credentials help?
CSCP, CLTD and CPL.
How much does a logistics manager make?
The median annual wage for logistics managers was $107,230 ($51.55 per hour) in May 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The lowest 10% earned less than $65,120 and the highest 10% earned more than $194,900.
How long does it take to become a logistics manager?
Most people need about 5+ years of experience of training. A high school diploma with years of experience is typical; many have a bachelor’s in supply chain or business.
Do you need a degree to be a logistics manager?
Not always. BLS lists a high school diploma plus five or more years of related experience as typical, though many employers prefer a bachelor’s degree in supply chain or business.
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Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025, SOC 11-3071 (Transportation, storage, and distribution managers).
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, BLS Employment Projections, Table 1.2 (2025–35).
- O*NET OnLine summary for Transportation, storage, and distribution managers (U.S. Department of Labor).
- BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Reviewed by the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team. Pay figures are national estimates; local pay varies. See our editorial policy.