Transportation Operations Manager

AutoZone • Providence Forge, VA

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About The Position

AutoZone is seeking a Distribution Center Transportation Operations Manager to manage private fleet and common carrier services for one or more AutoZone Distribution Centers. The role is responsible for service excellence and budget compliance, and oversees transportation personnel and activities, including driver safety, maintenance, fuel, systems, reporting, and carrier management.

Requirements

• Five to seven years of experience in transportation, logistics, or business management.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of fleet management, compliance, and logistics operations.
• Ability to analyze transportation challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Strong ability to partner with store management, vendors, and internal teams.
• Experience working with transportation management systems and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain optimized transportation schedules to support on-time performance, cost efficiency, and compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
• Oversee external carrier relationships, including bids, line hauls, storage, and return logistics.
• Plan and meet budget guidelines while managing vendor relationships and cross-docking activities.
• Ensure adherence to transportation processes, including Daily Vehicle Condition Reports, seal programs, international logistics, and warranty recovery.
• Execute special projects assigned by the Regional Transportation Manager, preparing reports and monitoring activities as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Unrivaled company culture
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
• 401(k) with company match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
• Opportunities for career growth
• Paid time off for full-time AutoZoners
• Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance options for full-time AutoZoners
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards for full-time AutoZoners
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time AutoZoners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed