Behind Every Delivery: The Leadership, Planning, and Precision Powering Our Promise

Every delivery carries more than product, it holds a promise to the partners who trust us with their menus and their reputations. At Meats by Linz, that responsibility lives behind the scenes with Jordan, our Director of Logistics, who leads the people, planning, and processes that keep our commitments moving. 

Read on to learn how more than 20 years of transportation experience, a focus on continuous improvement, and a people-first leadership style help power the consistency and premium experience our partners depend on every day.  

How would you describe your role as Director of Logistics? 
I struggle to answer this sometimes because the job requires you to do a lot of different things. But overall, my role at Meats by Linz is to bring unity and direction to the delivery of every pound of meat, and to do it profitably. I see myself as almost the chief visionary for logistics. I need to define what excellence looks like, communicate that to my team, and make sure they have the processes and tools to execute that vision. 

What part of the process most people don’t realize is critical? 
There’s a quote I like: ‘Plans are nothing, but planning is everything.’ Logistics is all about problem-solving and communication. Things like routing, pre-trip inspections, driver discipline, and temperature monitoring are invisible to the customer, but they are critical to delivering premium product. Day to day, it’s about getting drivers out on time and keeping standards. On a broader scale, we plan weeks ahead for holidays and coordinate across customer service, sales, production, and carriers. 

How do you keep your team aligned and performing? 
Funny enough, another quote comes to mind: ‘Generational pride through a commitment to excellence.’ We push for perfection because perfection leads to excellence. Bringing clarity, accountability, and consistency allows my team to execute in a way that really represents Meats by Linz 

What does strong leadership look like in a fast-moving environment? 
Staying calm under pressure. People need to see that sense of stoicism because it shapes decision-making. Leadership can mean leading from the front, helping the team see solutions, or empowering them to make their own decisions. A good manager ensures employees have autonomy and can function on their own. 

Biggest challenges in logistics today, and how do you stay ahead? 
The two biggest challenges are finding quality local drivers and dealing with rising stolen loads. We don’t lower standards for hiring. For LTL deliveries, we’ve improved check-in processes, collaborated across teams, and used technology to gain better visibility. 

Proudest moment at Meats by Linz? 
One of my proudest moments was seeing our team all have dinner together and realizing we have real unity. When I arrived, people were strong individually but siloed. Bringing them together, seeing better communication and shared commitment, has been incredibly rewarding. 

How do you see the future of logistics? 
Three things will make a difference. AI will help plan routes and predict delays. Autonomous driving will make FTL and LTL freight more predictable. Alternative fuels like compressed natural gas will improve service and equipment life while being environmentally responsible.