Job Description

Become part of the excitement. As a Manager Transportation, you will ensure a Transportation department culture focused on people, safety, service, and cost through meaningful engagements with leadership and execution of all logistic operation strategies. **In this role you will:** + Implement strategic planning and reporting methods to maintain and improve transportation and financial efficiencies and quality. + Manage the transportation of goods through the company's supply chain process. + Ensure transportation operations run smoothly and efficiently to meet our business needs. + Support and manage transportation costs and budgets along with private fleet assets. + Manages vendor relationships and contracts supporting operations and distribution. + Analyze and evaluate order management processes to make recommendations to improve transportation processes, including open orders, open directs, and open transfers. + Create reports to evaluate overall transportation expenses (including overtime, labor, fleet, etc.) + Analyze branch efficiency in routing deliveries, monitors delivery reports, and makes decisions to reduce costs. + Review carrier metrics and KPIs to ensure on-time delivery and performance goals are met, and communicates insights and opportunities to management. + Develop standard operating procedures for Distribution and Replenishment, including freight planning. + Provide consultation, analysis, recommendations, and assistance to facilities in relation to transportation efforts. + Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet customer needs and drive internal operational efficiencies by fostering an action-based culture of continuous improvement and accountability. **What you bring to the table:** + 5 or more years of experience in operations, and/or transportation services + High school diploma or GED required + Four-year degree preferred, or equivalent experience preferred + Certifications in fleet management preferred + Knowledge of continuous improvement methodology and techniques + Knowledge of SAP + Advanced knowledge of the Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) + Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office + Negotiation skills + Analytical skills and data-driven decision making + Management in a matrix organization environment + Oral and written communication skills + Multitasking capabilities + Leadership, communication, and people development skills. + Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate corporate programs **Compensation Details:** The expected base salary for this position is starting at $95,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible - based on specific and relevant business metrics. **The Value of Graybar:** At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like: + Multiple plan options for **Medical, Dental, Vision,** and **Prescription Drug** benefits. + **Life Insurance** coverage for you and options for your family. + Save on expenses with **Flexible Spending Accounts** . + Enjoy our **Disability Benefits** at no cost to you. + Share in our success with P **rofit Sharing Plans** . + **401(k) Savings Plan** with company match to help secure your future. + **Paid Vacation** & **Sick Days** to spend time away from work or in case of an illness. + Rest and recharge during our **Paid Holidays** throughout the year. + Take advantage of our **Paid Wellness Day** to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health. + Volunteer with **Community Time Off** to give back to the community. + **Predictable Work Schedules** to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles. + Celebrate your and others' achievements with our **Employee Recognition Program** . + Reach your career goals with our **Educational Reimbursement** and **Career Development Programs** . + And **More Perks** that support your well-being and career growth. Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information. **Why should you join Graybar?** At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it's the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team. That's what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company. **Apply now and find out what's next for you.** Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled **_Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!_**

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Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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