What you'll do:
The Senior Director, Inbound Carrier Management leads the strategy and execution of all domestic and international inbound logistics, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, compliant, and visible movement of goods from suppliers into the network. This role drives transportation optimization aligned with business growth objectives while leading a high-performing team and key cross-functional partnerships.
This position can be based our of Atlanta, GA or Coppell, TX.
- Develop and execute the inbound transportation strategy to support growth, service, reliability, and cost optimization goals.
- Oversee the full inbound lifecycle from purchase order issuance through warehouse/DC receipt across ocean, air, rail, truck, intermodal, cross-border, and last-mile modes.
- Lead carrier and 3PL strategy, including contract negotiation, network design, performance management, and SLA oversight.
- Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction through routing optimization, consolidation, supplier collaboration, analytics, and enhanced visibility.
- Ensure compliance with international trade, customs, and transportation regulations.
- Own inbound transportation P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and KPI performance (e.g., cost per unit/TEU, OTIF, dwell time, freight variance, carrier performance).
- Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Planning, Operations, Finance, Supplier Management, and IT to align transportation with broader supply chain objectives.
- Build and develop a high-performing inbound transportation team, setting clear objectives and accountability.
- Leverage technology and digital transformation initiatives, including TMS and visibility tools (Oracle experience a plus).
- Lead risk mitigation, business continuity planning, and supplier logistics optimization initiatives.
- Support sustainability initiatives through improved load utilization, mode optimization, and carbon reduction strategies.
What you'll bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field; Master's preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive supply chain/transportation leadership experience, including significant inbound logistics responsibility (domestic and international).
- Demonstrated success managing large transportation budgets, carrier negotiations (ocean, NVOCC, inland, domestic), and high-volume operations.
- Proven track record of cost savings, process optimization, and performance improvement.
- Strong analytical capabilities with experience leveraging transportation data and dashboards.
- Deep knowledge of international logistics, customs compliance, and transportation technologies (TMS, visibility platforms).
- Exceptional leadership, stakeholder influence, and change management skills in fast-paced growth environments.
Preferred- MBA or MS in Logistics/Supply Chain.
- Certifications (CSCP, CTP, or similar).
- Experience in retail, e-commerce, or inventory-intensive businesses.
- Background in sustainability and logistics decarbonization initiatives.
What you'll earn
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
- Paid training and certifications
- Legal assistance and identity protection
- Pet insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
