Distribution Center - Transportation Manager

The Home Depot, Inc

Manage carrier relationships and planning
Control transportation costs and budgeting
Oversee yard integrity and dock operations
The DC Transportation Manager is responsible for managing outbound deliveries to stores while ensuring timely arrivals within budget constraints

Job Summary

  • The DC Transportation Manager is responsible for managing outbound deliveries to stores while ensuring timely arrivals within budget constraints.
  • This role requires leading a team of six direct reports to maintain accurate yard operations, security, and pallet recycling processes.
  • Candidates must be open to relocation as flexibility in this area translates into increased opportunities for advancement within the company.

Matching Summary

The DC Transportation Manager is responsible for managing outbound deliveries to stores while ensuring timely arrivals within budget constraints.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage carrier relationships and planning
  • Control transportation costs and budgeting
  • Oversee yard integrity and dock operations
  • Ensure on-time delivery compliance
  • Lead customer service team development
  • Audit carrier invoices regularly

Nice-to-have

  • Extensive transportation background experience
  • TMS intelligence and routing proficiency
  • Change management experience
  • P&L and budgeting expertise
  • Strong problem-solving skills under pressure

Key Requirements

  • Must be eighteen years of age or older
  • Legally permitted to work in the United States
  • Ability to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
  • Open to overnight travel less than 10% of time
  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Operations Management or Supply Chain

Work Rights

Must be legally permitted to work in the United States

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