Transportation Manager

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com. Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated, results-driven Transportation Manager to lead transportation operations within a high-volume, fast-paced distribution environment. The Transportation Manager will work closely with the Shipping Manager and Operations Leadership Team to achieve daily shipping, transportation, and customer service goals. This role requires an exceptional communicator, trainer, mentor, coach, and leader who thrives under pressure and develops high-performing teams. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, mentor, and develop transportation personnel. Manage carrier relationships, freight scheduling, routing, load planning, and shipment execution. Partner closely with the Shipping Manager and operational leaders to achieve daily goals. Monitor operational reports, transportation dashboards, and performance data. Ensure accurate and timely systematic confirmation of all orders, shipments, and transportation transactions. Maintain transportation schedules and ensure all pickups, deliveries, and appointments are executed as planned. Analyze data and metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement. Resolve transportation issues, delays, and service disruptions. Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and transportation regulations. Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience. 5+ years of transportation, logistics, supply chain, or distribution leadership experience. Strong knowledge of carrier management, freight operations, scheduling, and transportation planning. Experience with TMS, WMS, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office. Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Leadership Competencies Exceptional Communicator Team Builder Trainer Mentor Coach Data-Driven Leader Collaborative Partner Change Agent Hands-On Manager Why This Opportunity? The Transportation Manager will play a pivotal role in a high-volume operation during an exciting period of growth and transformation. This position offers the opportunity to make an immediate and lasting impact by strengthening transportation execution, developing high-performing teams, improving operational discipline, and driving service excellence across the distribution network. Working closely with the Shipping Manager and Operations Leadership Team, the successful candidate will help shape the future of the operation by leveraging data, enhancing processes, building organizational capability, and ensuring consistent execution against daily business objectives. If you are a hands-on leader who thrives in an extremely fast-paced environment, excels at developing people, embraces accountability, and uses data to drive results, we encourage you to apply. Work Schedule - 7:30am - 4:00pm Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be av…

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