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Cold Chain Logistics Manager

Also known as: Temperature-Controlled Logistics Manager, Refrigerated Supply Chain Manager, Perishable Goods Logistics Specialist, Cold Storage Operations Manager

AI Impact Score

46/100

AI is transforming cold chain management through real-time IoT temperature monitoring, predictive maintenance for refrigeration equipment, and route optimisation that minimises product exposure risk. Managers who leverage these tools are reducing spoilage and compliance risk at scale.

$65k – $130k

Salary Range

booming

Growth Outlook

42,000

Total Jobs (US)

+18%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (4)

Routine temperature log reviewStandard shipment documentationBasic carrier schedulingCompliance checklist maintenance

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

Real-time temperature excursion alertingPredictive spoilage risk modellingCarrier performance analyticsCold storage capacity optimisation

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Supplier qualification and auditRegulatory compliance strategyComplex excursion investigationCrisis management for product recallsStrategic carrier and 3PL partnerships

Current Skills

Temperature-Controlled TransportationCold Storage OperationsHACCP and Food Safety RegulationsCarrier ManagementSupply Chain Risk Management

Future-Proof Skills

IoT Temperature Monitoring PlatformsAI Spoilage PredictionFSMA 204 Digital TraceabilityPharmaceutical GDP (Good Distribution Practice)Sustainable Cold Chain Technologies