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Key ResponsibilitiesServes as point of contact for district managers, store managers, and receiving department for all load quality, scheduling, and service-related issuesManages driver capacity to support freight volumes, store service, and equipment availability for DC loadingOptimizes the utilization of the dedicated fleet to improve and generate backhaul savings to reduce freight expenseCollaborates with vendors to improve efficiencies for the dedicated carriersManages DC inbound scheduling and problem resolutionEnsures load management data in transportation management system (TMS) is accurate for timely payment to carrier partners (i.e., Freight Pay management)Prepares and executes annual budgets for RDC and FDC transportation operationsLeverages financial reporting to manage costs and drive metrics performanceManages reverse logistics execution back into owning RDC to drive freight savingsCommunicates carrier partner wrecks and thefts and coordinates with Asset Protection and corporate as appropriateAdheres to and promotes all DC safety policies and proceduresServes as the Lowe’s transportation subject matter expert for all issues within the regionPartners with DC Operations to maximize cube per trailer to reduce transportation costsUtilizes transportation management system (TMS)Drives service performance and cost efficiencies through carrier partnerships and develops improvement action plans where necessarySupports RDC Planning and Operations partners through effective equipment management, carrier support, and yard managementResolves driver issues on the yard as they arise to ensure safe operationsResolves Container/Import issues as needed related to seals verifications, dwell time on yard, container poolsOversees the visitor center and successful gate process executionAssists associates with HR related issues including questions/concerns with attendance, pay, benefits, job changes, voluntary terminations, I-9 verification, unemployment claims, and workplace accommodationsAttracts and hires talented individuals for the teamHires, trains, mentors, and develops Assistant Transportation Manager and Transportation SupervisorsSets goals and communicates clear expectations for associates and provides timely and constructive feedbackMonitors and manages associate performance, holding them accountable to expected behaviors and performance levelsProvides resources and support to associates as neededCommunicates effectively with associates regarding business objectives or current issuesProvides associates with meaningful developmental opportunities and prepares them for upward promotion if interestedSponsors and leads associates through changeRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree Transportation, Supply Chain Management, or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable3 Years Experience in distribution center operations or related area (or 7 years of experience in distribution center/warehouse operations or related area with increasing responsibilities if education requirement not met)Leadership experience with direct report responsibilityExperience in mentoring and coaching othersPreferred QualificationsExperience using data management system (Lowe’s DMS preferred) Experience managing budgets or contributing to the budget planning process Experience using troubleshooting processes to resolve problems Experience as a Supervisor in the Lowe’s Supply Chain Network Experience building a culture of safety among subordinates and peers Experience working with JDA About Lowe’sLowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.Job SummaryJob number: JR-02661807Profession: Supply ChainType: Full time

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