Distribution Center Transportation Advisor

AutoZone is seeking a Distribution Center Transportation Advisor to oversee the daily inbound and outbound flow of fleet equipment and drivers. This role is critical in ensuring DOT compliance, back-haul coordination, driver dispatch, and store delivery execution. Functional Competencies Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to manage multiple logistics tasks and deadlines. Knowledge of fleet operations, routing, and back-haul coordination. Experience using transportation management software and on-board computer systems. Core Competencies Customer Focus: Provides WOW! customer service, understands customer needs, and solves problems with urgency. T eam Player: Reliable, supportive, values others' ideas, builds strong relationships, and resolves conflicts effectively. Effective Communication: Clear, respectful communication, effective listening, and timely information sharing. Results-Oriented: Accountable, takes ownership, prioritizes well, and executes with integrity and ethics. Development Focused: Embraces feedback, owns professional development, and helps develop others. Change Embracer: Open to change, seeks process improvements, and encourages innovative thinking. Physical Demands Ability to perform light physical tasks, including walking, standing, and bending. Work in a fast-paced transportation and logistics environment. Ability to work extended or alternate shifts as needed. Coordinate daily equipment assignments for private fleet drivers. Dispatch drivers to cover routes efficiently and ensure on-time deliveries. Manage driver issues, including equipment breakdowns, accidents, and scheduling challenges. Accept or decline back-hauls based on driver availability and delivery schedules. Troubleshoot and manage TMS system Handle store-related transportation issues, including "Where's my truck" calls. Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and AutoZone safety policies. Required 3-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or operations management. Preferred Associate’s degree (two-year program) or equivalent formal training program. Experience with driver dispatch, fleet coordination, and DOT compliance. Strong knowledge of transportation management systems.

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