Transportation Specialist Operations

Transportation Specialist Orchestrate seamless shipment movement to improve delivery efficiency and reduce costs

Location:

New York

Compensation: $56,875 - 65,000 USD / year

Job Tags:
Operations

Warby Parker is on the lookout for an all-star Transportation Specialist who will monitor, report, and troubleshoot shipments throughout the Warby Parker network to ensure our deliveries are taking place on time and at the best possible cost. As the master conductor of our transportation operations, you'll be responsible for orchestrating the seamless movement of shipments for customers and internal stakeholders alike, ensuring they reach their destinations as planned.

If you have a passion for problem solving, a knack for negotiation, and a love for all things logistics, read on!

What you'll do:

• Coordinate and manage all transportation activities, including inbound and outbound shipments, delivery schedules, and logistics planning
• Collaborate with internal teams to determine transportation requirements and develop effective transportation strategies
• Evaluate transportation options, negotiate spot pricing, and establish relationships with transportation providers for domestic and export operations
• Monitor and manage transportation budgets, track expenses, and provide regular reports demonstrating transportation costs and performance
• Support special projects and initiatives related to transportation and supply chain optimization
• Develop and implement transportation performance metrics and KPIs to measure and improve transportation operations

Who you are:

• Backed by 1+ years of experience
• An analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• A proactive communicator who can collaborate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and transportation providers
• Capable of working well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (especially in the analysis of large data sets)
• A self-starter who's comfortable navigating uncharted territory
• Not on the Office of Inspector General's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)

Extra Credit:

• Experience in e-commerce shipping, transportation, or logistics
• Experience with USPS, national integrators (UPS and Fed Ex), and regional carriers
• Experience working with Transportation Management Systems
• Familiarity with Looker or Tableau

Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full-time employees:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible vacation policy
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement savings plan with a company match
• Parental leave (non-birthing parents included)
• Short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bereavement Support
• Education Reimbursement
• Free eyewear
• And more (just ask!)

New York Pay Range

$56,875 - $65,000 USD

Warby Parker is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.