Transportation Planning Manager-Onsite
Jackson, TN
The JobThis role plans and directs the transportation and planning team to meet customer needs and maintain distribution center efficiency. As a Transportation Manager, you'll be part of our team located in Jackson TN. You'll get to:
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee the transportation of goods to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
- Develop and implement transportation strategies to optimize routes, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of logistics professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Manage relationships with carriers, negotiate contracts, and monitor carrier performance.
- Oversee the daily operations of the logistics department, including receiving, warehousing, and distribution activities.
- Utilize data analytics to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive decision-making
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency.
The Person You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
- 10+ years' experience in a fast-paced distribution center, with expertise in distribution strategies, technologies, and operations, including 5+ years of Leadership experience.
- Bachelor's degree in operations management, Business, or Supply Chain.
- Experience in automated distribution centers and high-volume order picking, wave planning, slotting strategies, freight optimization, and export shipping.
- Experience with Red Prairie Discrete WMS or similar warehouse management systems.
- Demonstrated history of effective leadership in Distribution/Logistics Operations and Transportation Management.
- High energy, innovative mindset with a strong drive to achieve results and overcome challenges.
- Ability to set and achieve both short-term and long-term goals through strategic planning and execution.
- Proactive in identifying and resolving issues quickly, with strong facilitation and negotiation skills.
- Committed to creating a customer-centric environment that delivers exceptional service and sees business from the customer's perspective.
- Motivates self and others to meet objectives in a complex environment, instilling a sense of urgency and effectively delegating tasks.
The Details: You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan including:
- Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
And More: We want our company to be a place you'll want to be - and stay. Being part of our team means you'll get to:
- Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
- Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university.
- Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
- Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We're visionaries and innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc.)
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The Salary range for this position is $86,000.00 - $138,500.00
- This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker.
- The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.
- The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.
- Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.
