Logistics & Transportation Manager, Denali
PursuitAt Pursuit, we offer more than just a place to visit, we create opportunities for our guests to truly connect with iconic destinations. Our experiences include world-class attractions and distinctive lodges, all designed to highlight the unique beauty of each location. Beyond that, we offer thoughtfully crafted restaurants, retail, and transportation services that help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the friendly faces you’ll find along the way, the thoughtful amenities, and the delightful details that make every visit feel personal and unforgettable. This will be a full-time seasonal role beginning in April 2027. ' The Logistics & Transportation Manager is responsible for leading Denali Backcountry Lodge logistics and Denali Cabins (DC) shuttle operations while supporting Denali Backcountry Adventure (DBA) transportation needs. This position manages guest check-in and transfers, passenger and supply manifests, supply movements, logistics facilities, and the daily work of the logistics crew and DC shuttle drivers. The manager ensures guests, luggage, supplies, and equipment are assigned to the correct transportation, loaded accurately, and accounted for throughout their journey. For DBA, this position serves as a transportation coordination and operational support partner, working with Operations Manager on schedules, vehicle availability, guest movements, and service disruptions. Primary responsibility for DBA operations and direct supervision of DBA drivers remains with designated DBA leadership. Working closely with the Operations Manager, property leadership, guest services, aviation providers, and the Fleet Maintenance Manager, this leader maintains safe, organized, and guest-focused operations in a remote, seasonal hospitality environment. ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES The Logistics Manager position facilitates check-in and transport of our Denali Backcountry Lodge guests in and around the Denali National Park area. The position manages and maintains logistics space, movement of goods including fuel, lumber, propane, and food, just to name a few, as well as airplane and helicopter manifests. The Transportation Logistics Manager ensures that all passengers and supplies are loaded on the correct mode of transportation as required and reconciles any difference encountered. Lead daily logistics operations supporting Denali Backcountry Lodge and associated guest and supply movements. Directly supervise an approximately six-person team of logistics crew members and DC shuttle drivers. Plan supply runs, deliveries, pickups, and transfers with department leaders and transportation providers. Establish order deadlines, delivery schedules, loading priorities, and contingency plans for critical supplies. Ensure goods are received, checked, staged, secured, and delivered accurately. Maintain delivery and inventory-transfer records; investigate and reconcile shortages, damaged goods, missing items, and delivery discrepancies. Ensure temperature-sensitive, hazardous, or otherwise regulated materials are handled and transported according to applicable requirements and carrier procedures. Coordinate guest transportation operations (vehicle, airplane, helicopter) including check-in activities, passenger assignments, baggage handling, and freight movement. Prepare and reconcile passenger and freight manifests to ensure accuracy and compliance with operational and transportation requirements, while adhering to all safety requirements. Communicate transportation schedules, guest counts, special assistance needs, and operational updates with internal teams and transportation partners. Troubleshoot transportation challenges and coordinate contingency plans to minimize operational disruptions and support guest satisfaction Coordinate transportation resources, schedules, and operational logistics in partnership with property leadership and fleet management to support safe and efficient guest …