Piontek was recognized in the Leaders in Excellence Category

ST. LOUIS, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sheer Logistics, a premier provider of 4PL/Managed Services, multi-modal transportation capacity solutions, and innovative integration technologies, today announced that Richard G. Piontek, President of Managed Services at Sheer Logistics, has been named a winner of the Food Logistics 2025 Rock Stars of the Supply Chain Award. Piontek was recognized in the “Leaders in Excellence” category, which honors company leaders who have made outstanding contributions to the supply chain space.

“For over 30 years, Rich’s career has been marked by innovation and leadership in 3PL, 4PL, and TMS services,” said Joel Gard, CEO of Sheer Logistics. “From introducing TMS technology to Fortune 50 companies in the 1990s to pioneering digital freight management, Rich has consistently been at the forefront of our industry’s evolution. His impact extends beyond business growth- he’s built and scaled organizations, created employment opportunities, and mentored countless professionals who continue to thrive under his guidance. Rich’s ability to create lasting value for customers, employees, and stakeholders sets him apart as a transformative leader in the logistics and supply chain sector.”

In his role as President of Managed Services, Piontek oversees Sheer’s SaaS TMS, iPaaS integration platform services, and knowledge-based consulting, ensuring seamless, value-driven services for mid-market shippers. Under Piontek’s leadership, Sheer Logistics was named a Representative Vendor in the 2024 Gartner^®Market Guide for Fourth-Party Logistics (4PL), an essential guide to the key service providers and market leaders in the 4PL/Managed Services space.

“From cargo fraud and Mother Nature to ever-changing food safety regulations and a new Presidential Administration that could bring an increase in tariffs, cost of goods and more, many of today’s supply chain leaders are faced with a number of challenges. But it’s their resilience, hard work, innovation and attention to quality that separates these rock stars apart from everyone else. Every year, this award puts a spotlight on the best of the best in the cold chain industry,” says Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

Recipients of this year’s award will be profiled in Food Logistics’ Jan/Feb 2025 print issue and at http://www.FoodLogistics.com.

Go to https://foodl.me/g04uxp22 to view the full list of winners. Go to https://www.foodlogistics.com/awards to learn more about other Food Logistics’ awards.

About Sheer Logistics
Sheer Logistics is a premier provider of logistics and supply chain management solutions. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by shippers competing in today’s marketplace, Sheer Logistics offers customized solutions that help companies optimize their supply chains, reduce costs, and improve efficiency while gaining visibility to actionable business intelligence that empowers better decision-making.

The company’s proven capabilities include flexible managed transportation, multi-modal capacity solutions, supply chain consulting, the powerful Sheer TMS (Transportation Management System) and our advanced supply chain integration platform, SheerExchange.

By leveraging innovative technologies and a team of experienced logistics professionals, Sheer Logistics provides businesses with the tools and expertise they need to compete in an ever-changing global marketplace. With a focus on building long-term relationships through transparency, trust and providing exceptional customer service, Sheer Logistics is dedicated to helping our customers succeed and drive profitable growth.