Manager, Regional Transportation

Regional Transportation Manager Your excellent communication and planning along with your organizational skills make you a great fit for our Regional Transportation Manager position. Join our dynamic team today and find a rewarding career with a company that values you and all you bring to the table.About Your Role:As a Regional Transportation Manager at Dollar Tree is to be responsible for the daily performance management and execution of outbound transportation operations to/from merchandise vendors, Distribution Centers (DCs) and stores within the Dollar Tree network. In addition, this person is also responsible for cost management, delivery service, dedicated contract carrier management, evaluation, and implementation of best practices. This position is responsible for embracing Dollar Tree’s store-centric commitment to customers, customer service and sales. Your day-to-day job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:Principal Duties & Responsibilities:Lead the on-site carrier teams along with a team of Dollar Tree transportation coordinators, and work closely with the DC management team and store teams to meet or exceed outbound key performance metrics including but not limited to fleet utilization, on time service, backhauls, and cost management.Assists in the development of the operational vision and strategy for the field transportation operation at their location.Assists with development and execution of DC outbound budgets and outbound delivery expense.Continued operational performance management by analyzing, measuring, and improving key performance metrics in store service, carrier utilization, trailer management.Manage third-party onsite Carrier Managers to ensure carrier implementation and adherence to performance expectations.Communicate and collaborate with the onsite Carrier Managers to identify and resolve equipment and driver issues/challenges during store deliveries/backhaul and pickups.Responsible for developing and maintaining operational execution SOPs for Transportation related processes and best practices.Build strong and lasting partnerships with store field operations, DC operations, local vendors, and the local community to ensure optimal operational execution and to deliver superior business results.Responsible for the oversight, safety, and efficiency of trailer maintenance operations where applicable.Other duties as assigned.Your Required Skills and Experience: Must be able to work flexible hours and shifts.Must be willing to be on call on the weekends, off hours and holidays.Must be willing to travel 10% of the time.Minimum Requirements:Education:Bachelor’s degree in business, Logistics or related field required.Experience:5-7 years of leadership in Transportation operations.Must possess an understanding of FMCSA/DOT regulations pertaining to drivers hours of service regulations.Experience in developing and managing transportation budgets.Experience managing carrier performance.Previous management leadership (previous leadership of hourly associates preferred) experience.Customer service and relationship building skills required.Job Related Skills:Excellent oral, written communication, strong planning, organizational and interpersonal skills.Computer Skills:Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)Our success is a team effort —when we reach our goals, you’ll be eligible for a yearly bonus!Your Perks and Benefits:We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being. In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer:Employee Assistance ProgramRetirement plans with matching contributionEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramEducational AssistanceAccess to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and servicesAnd much more!Who We Are:At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers every day by exceeding their expectations and delivering value – it’s what our business is built on. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and showing up for their teams and their communities.We see an exciting path forward as our company continues to grow and transform – and we know that this path starts with you.Join our team today and discover The Value of You.Dollar Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, which appear in the job description for this position, and which may be amended from time to time at the discretion of Dollar Tree. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.Please note, this job description is not a contract of employment and may be modified to meet evolving business needs. Employment at Dollar Tree, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.Full time1000 Commerce Dr,Berwick,Pennsylvania 18603-4126TransportationDollar Tree