Manager, Transportation

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

We’re here for it. We think you should be too. We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Transportation Manager

The Transportation Manager will play a critical role in our continued Supply Chain growth. With a network spanning multiple Distribution and Home Delivery Centers, we are in an exciting time of transformation. This role will continue to expand our capabilities while also providing enhanced transparency, insight, and accountability of our carriers.

• This is an on-site position based out of any one of our Distribution Centers (Cranbury, NJ, Newton, NC, Dallas, TX, Romeoville, IL, Naperville, IL or Tracy, CA)
• This role is an Individual Contributor position

A day in the life as a Transportation Manager

• Accountable for carrier performance, including setting service expectations, monitoring service and financial performance
• Assist in maintaining a Core Carrier Program; Negotiates Carrier Agreements, including terms and rate negotiations
• Execute annual request for proposal (RFP) for less than truckload, intermodal and truckload services
• Interview existing and new carriers for consideration for RFP, select carriers based on service, capacity, safety scores, geographic needs, lane fit and expense
• Own and distribute transportation and 3rd Party KPIs dashboards; making recommendations for improvement
• Maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and operate with the Continuous Improvement mindset

What you’ll bring to the table…

• Excellent reading and writing language skills (English)
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple project
• Strong analytical skills, highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google platform programs
• Proficiency in 3rd party web-based platforms and Transportation software such as Cube Route, ITMS, AS400 etc

We’d love to hear from you if you have…

• 5 years experience of direct oversight of and responsibility for Transportation Operations and strategy
• 3 years experience managing performance and development of Transportation teams
• Experience negotiating and managing contracts
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Starting Rate: $83,000.00 Annually

Up to: $110,000.00 Annually

Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to your salary, based on your role, associates may be eligible for other compensation including bonuses, sales incentives, and long term incentives.

Job ID 2023-17561

Date posted 09/12/2023

Position Type Full-Time

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Our commitment to our associates is of the utmost importance. One of the reasons the company attracts such a diverse group of associates is that we offer a full menu of benefits that are relevant to their lives, both on and off the job. We are proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to support eligible part time and full time associates and their families, including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life insurance and Disability
• Retirement and 401(k) match
• Paid time off, wellness time and volunteer time
• Merchandise discount and EAP resources
• Tuition Reimbursement

Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request.

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