Discovery is at the core of everything we do - whether it’s a great value, incredible style, or building long-lasting partnerships with people around the world. That’s what makes TJX different. You can find it all across our brands: TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, and Homesense. Every one of our brands has one thing in common: environments that are always changing. That’s just how we like it. Every day is an opportunity to discover something new about our business, our partnerships, and even about yourself. Come discover what different can mean for you.
Transportation Manager (Cartaret, NJ)
The Opportunity: Contribute To the Growth of Your Career.
Exciting opportunity to lead within a 3PL distribution center in Carteret, NJ. Come to work and be ready to think on your feet, grow your skills, and embrace the many opportunities in a high growth division. Our Transportation Manager role is critical to driving results by leading a dedicated fleet, optimizing backhaul opportunities, and analyzing financial trends
The role is responsible for all transportation financial budgets, operational efficiencies, and service standards for the building. In addition, you will be responsible for partnering with internal and external teams to build strong working relationships that yield tangible results. In addition, you will lead, mentor, and develop your team through individual development plans and driving engagement. This role will drive Key Performance Indicators (KPI), such as on-time delivery, utilization, and schedule accuracy.
Responsibilities:
- Consistently deliver on KPI’s for safety, operations, and cost
- Manage 100% dedicated carrier performance, recognizing and celebrating wins, through mentorship and accountability when performance does not meet expectations.
- Drive backhaul growth through partnerships with internal and external partners
- Analyze and quantify trends and forecasts to proactively pivot strategies and develop action plans for opportunities
- Manage relationships with 3PL and internal partners to provide support to the building and drive operational flow
- Plan and communicate the truck capacity requirements and ensure an adequate supply of equipment is sustained and used effectively
- Conducts audits on best practice compliance, such as for yard accuracy and equipment usage
- Support growth by optimizing existing logistics flow as well as incorporating new store openings and dedicated solutions into existing network footprint.
- Plan for and execute on peak and inventory strategies through asset management, store service, and partnership
Who We Are Looking For: You.
- A minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in logistics or supply chain
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain, or related field OR related work experience
- Experience leading and developing teams
- Financial mindset to analyze, validate, and identify opportunities with invoicing and P&L
- Experience driving efficiencies within backhaul improvement, driver utilization, and store service
- Ability to work cross functionally to deliver results
- Experience within 3PL distribution center and dedicated fleet
- Knowledge of transportation industry including DOT regulations
- Understanding of distribution center operations
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- Strong communication and social skills, analytical skills, and critical thinking
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proven understanding of systems for transportation management, delivery tracking, and yard management
- Ability to build and sustain key relationships and informally influence
This position has a starting salary range of $80,500 to $102,700 per year.
Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
This position is eligible for an annual incentive.
We care about our culture, but we also prioritize your needs!
- Competitive Pay
- Weekly paychecks
- Paid time away
- Programs to support environment and corporate responsibility
- TAAP – TJX Associate Assistance Programs
- Associate Discount
- Career Development Opportunity
- Be a part of an inclusive team
Benefit programs and eligibility terms vary across our global locations. We encourage you to apply to learn more about how our benefits can make a difference for you.
Discover Different at TJX means opportunity, teamwork, and career growth. That’s why working here is so much more than a job. When you’re a part of our TJX family, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit group of people who work together to deliver the best value and style in the business. Our inventory is always changing and our approach is continually evolving, which means every day is another chance to Discover Different.
We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.