Transportation Lead- Supply chain

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Transportation and Shipping Oversight Coordinate daily freight pickups to ensure all completed orders are collected and ready by the designated carrier cutoff times. Ensure compliance with DOT and hazardous materials labeling, marking, and documentation requirements. Support complex shipments to Puerto Rico, Alaska, and Hawaii, including ocean and air freight coordination. Manage and complete transportation transactions in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Transportation Management System (TMS). Monitor carrier pickup, dispatch, and arrival times and maintain accurate shipment records. Identify and resolve shipping exceptions, such as incorrect mode or carrier assignments. Provide training and support to new and existing Logistics Clerks to ensure consistent knowledge and performance standards. Serve as a resource for troubleshooting operational and system issues within WMS/TMS. Manage the shared Transportation email inbox and ensure timely responses to internal and external inquiries. Provide feedback on associate performance and development opportunities to Shift Leads and Supervisors. Manage daily outbound shipping operations, coordinating LTL, FTL, and parcel carriers to ensure timely pickups, prioritize urgent and high-volume shipments, and meet carrier deadlines. Prepare and verify shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading (BOLs) and international shipping paperwork, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable shipping and safety regulations. Collaborate with warehouse leadership and distribution teams to resolve shipping issues, coordinate dock activities, minimize delays, and maintain efficient shipment flow. Warehouse Support Communicate operational issues affecting outbound shipment preparation or timeliness. Assist in maintaining organization and cleanliness within the shipping and transportation office areas. Adhere to all safety procedures and consistently use required personal protective equipment (PPE). Actively participate in safety meetings and required training sessions. Manage the central warehouse inbox by monitoring, prioritizing, and responding to requests, coordinating resolutions, and ensuring timely follow-up to support daily warehouse operations. Logistics and Domestic Routing Support Serve as the primary liaison between the shipping office and the Domestic Routing team. Identify and escalate carrier-related issues to Logistics management when necessary. Provide backup support for the Routing team, including: o Monitoring the shared Domestic Routing email inbox. o Requesting and evaluating truckload, ocean, and ad-hoc shipment quotes. o Selecting and scheduling appropriate carriers for domestic and special shipments. Process Audits and Improvement Review and update documented procedures to ensure accuracy and reflect current processes. Recommend and support process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance. Assist in onboarding and training new associates on logistics-related processes and systems. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred. Minimum 3 years of experience in warehouse, transportation, or logistics operations preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, email, and internet-based tools. Experience with Warehouse Management (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) required. Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Candidate will be expected to have been trained and certified in multi-modal hazmat shipping, or complete it within 3 months of starting. Physical Requirements / Work Environment The physical demands required to perform the essential responsibilities of th s position are as follows. Reasonable accommodations, if necessary and/or as required by law, will be made available. Regularly required to stand, walk, handle materials, talk, and hear. Occasionally required to sit, kneel, crouch, reach, climb ladders, and work above shoulder height. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Requires regular use of standard warehouse equipment, including computers, scanners, and shipping tools. Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as eye protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear is required. This position operates primarily on-site at the distribution center. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://talentwire.org/Xjgx1K