Transportation Manager

Who We Are

Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.

What Drives Success

The Manager, Transportation is responsible for leading the daily transportation operations for a high-volume parts distribution center. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of inbound and outbound freight while delivering exceptional service to customers and internal stakeholders. The Manager oversees transportation personnel, third-party carriers, routing, scheduling, and regulatory compliance to achieve on-time delivery performance, maximize fleet and carrier utilization, and support overall distribution center objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily transportation operations, including inbound and outbound shipments, routing, scheduling, dispatch, and carrier performance.
• Lead, coach, and develop transportation coordinators, drivers (if applicable), and other transportation personnel to achieve operational excellence.
• Monitor daily transportation metrics including on-time delivery, freight costs, carrier performance, equipment utilization, and customer service levels.
• Ensure all transportation activities comply with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, company safety policies, and other applicable regulations.
• Partner with warehouse, inventory, customer service, procurement, and supply chain teams to coordinate shipping priorities and resolve transportation issues.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and freight carriers, ensuring service level agreements are met.
• Identify opportunities to optimize routes, improve trailer utilization, reduce freight expenses, and increase transportation efficiency.
• Investigate shipping delays, service failures, freight claims, and customer issues while implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate transportation documentation, including bills of lading, shipping records, freight invoices, and regulatory documentation.
• Monitor transportation budgets and support cost reduction initiatives while maintaining service expectations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through Lean principles, process standardization, and operational excellence programs.
• Maintain staffing plans, scheduling, training, and performance management for transportation team members.
• Conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, and audits to promote a culture of safety and compliance.
• Participate in peak season planning, contingency planning, and business continuity efforts.
• Utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ERP systems, and reporting tools to manage transportation operations.

What We Are Looking For

Experience and Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred.
• 8+ years of inventory control or warehouse experience, preferably in a distribution center.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience in a high-volume distribution center or parts distribution environment preferred.
• Experience managing third-party carriers and freight providers.
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS) and warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred.
• Strong understanding of transportation operations, routing, freight management, and carrier performance.
• Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and transportation compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to prioritize multiple competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience working with ERP, TMS, and WMS platforms.
• Ability to analyze transportation metrics and implement data-driven improvements.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the distribution center.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and climb as required.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment after appropriate training, if required.

What We Offer

Compensation: This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $89K - $117K annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible for a 10% annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.

Benefits: Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.

Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 12 days paid time off, 2 paid well-being days, 1 paid volunteer day, 12 paid holidays, and 3 floating holidays per year.

Our Culture: At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us! 

Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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