Burlington Stores

Director Transportation and Carrier Management

Burlington Stores$135K — $175K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Engineering-related field
  • 10-15 years experience in Logistics/Transportation or related field
  • Retail Logistics experience preferred
  • Demonstrated strategic thought leadership skills
  • Strong negotiation and influencing capabilities
  • Exhibited strong people leadership with emphasis on talent development
  • Robust data-driven decision making skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement line haul transportation strategy
  • Drive employee engagement and accountability with robust leadership methods
  • Assess emerging technologies and create a multi-year transportation technology roadmap
  • Lead line haul network optimization efforts to exploit inbound/outbound synergies
  • Drive structured performance management programs
  • Manage strategic carrier relationships and conduct key partnership meetings
  • Partner with Procurement to optimize RFP outcomes
  • Direct intermediate-to-long-range capacity planning

Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • Flexible hours
  • Associate discount
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan
  • Training and development opportunities
Full Job Description
Position Overview

The Director of Transportation and Carrier Management leads all domestic line haul transportation operations, strategy, and carrier relationship management.

The Director of Transportation and Carrier Management is accountable for ensuring safe, scalable, and cost-effective logistics operations while enabling business growth, customer satisfaction, and operational resilience. The Director guides long-range network optimization, capacity planning, and technology strategy.

The Director of Transportation and Carrier Management. requires visionary leadership and the capability to balance highest level operational execution with strategic planning while building and developing a high-performing and highly-engaged team.

A successful candidate is a forward-thinking logistics executive who combines deep operational expertise with strategic vision. They are capable of transforming logistics into a competitive advantage through operational excellence, service level optimization, technology adoption, organization capability building, and disciplined execution of long-term business objectives.

A Day in the Life

  • Develop & implement line haul transportation strategy.
  • Employ robust people leadership methods to drive employee engagement & accountability while developing future leaders and succession planning.
  • Assess emerging technologies & develop multi-year transportation technology roadmap encompassing execution, optimization, visibility, and AI applications.
  • Lead line haul network optimization efforts; exploiting inbound/outbound synergies
  • Drive structured performance management program
  • Manage strategic carrier relationships. Conduct QBR's and key partnership meetings
  • Partner with Procurement to ensure successful RFP outcomes; optimizing for service & cost.
  • Drive transportation expense reduction, routing efficiency, dedicated capacity, and modal conversion opportunities.
  • Direct intermediate-to-long-range capacity planning.


You'll Come With

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Engineering-related field required.


Experience:
  • 10-15 years experience in Logistics/Transportation or related field
  • Retail Logistics experience preferred


Skills and Abilities:
  • Strategic thought leadership
  • Executive presence
  • Logistics subject matter expertise
  • Negotiation and Influencing
  • Strong track record in people leadership including attracting, developing, and retaining talent
  • Strong financial and business acumen
  • Proven leadership of large-scale transformation and change management initiatives
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Highest personal and professional integrity
  • Strong communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills
  • Highly motivated, results-oriented team player


Come join our team. You're going to like it here!

You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington's benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together!

About Burlington Stores

Burlington Coat Factory is a leading off-price apparel and home product retailer. They operate 567 stores in 45 states and Puerto Rico, where you’ll find a large assortment of current, high-quality, designer and name-brand merchandise at up to 65% off other retailers' prices. Choose from a large selection of coats, clothing, and shoes for the entire family. And don’t forget their great assortment of linens and home décor. In Baby Depot, you’ll find everything you need for baby, from baby bottles to cribs.

Burlington Stores Careers

Join the vibrant team at Burlington Stores, a national leader in retail, where your career journey is as promising as our commitment to innovation and diversity. At Burlington, you're not just taking a job; you're stepping into a world of opportunities that foster growth, leadership, and professional fulfillment.

Work You'll Do

At Burlington Stores, we're more than just a retail company; we're a place where you can make a real impact. Whether you're looking for a position in sales, management, or corporate roles, we offer a variety of job opportunities to match your skills and ambitions. Our team is dedicated to providing a supportive and dynamic environment where everyone’s contribution is valued.

Join Our Market-Leading Team

Being part of Burlington Stores means being part of a culture that values diversity and innovation. Our leadership is committed to fostering a workplace where ideas thrive and where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. With Burlington, you will collaborate with talented professionals who are passionate about redefining the retail experience.

Innovative Work and Career Growth

Embrace the chance to do innovative work with Burlington Stores, where we push the boundaries of what retail can be. With over 700 stores nationwide, the scale of our challenges offers limitless opportunities for career growth. Dive into roles that challenge you to think big, whether in store management, supply chain logistics, or corporate strategy.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Kickstart your career with an internship at Burlington Stores, where you can gain invaluable industry experience. Our internships provide a robust platform for learning and networking, setting the stage for a successful transition to full-time employment. We are committed to hiring interns who are curious, driven, and ready to make an immediate impact.

Benefits and Professional Development

Choosing a career at Burlington Stores means enjoying competitive benefits and comprehensive diversity training programs designed to help you grow at every stage of your professional life. Our benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, employee discounts, and much more. Moreover, we support your continuous improvement through professional development courses and leadership training.

Explore Burlington Stores Jobs

Ready to advance your career in a company that prides itself on growth, innovation, and a positive work culture? Explore the job opportunities at Burlington Stores today. Tailor your resume, prepare for your interview, and join a team that’s committed to redefining retail.

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Learn more about Burlington Stores
Size
14,803 employees
Market Cap
$12.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$216.5 million
Founded
1972
5 Year Trend
+10.8%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
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