Manager of Outbound Logistics
Burlington
LOCATION 1100 S Canal Street Chicago IL US 60607
Overview
The Manager of Outbound Logistics will lead our final mile processing and delivery operations, ensuring efficient and timely merchandise flow. This role involves driving and analyzing processing plans and managing backlogs to maintain smooth operations.
Key responsibilities include collaborating with the outbound team to assess the impact of transit times on market flow and working closely with pool point leaders through on-site visits and data analysis to enhance operational performance.
In partnership with Store Operations, this manager will guide our Operations Analysts to ensure on-time deliveries while accommodating any ad hoc scheduling requests from our store partners. Acting as the liaison between stores and service providers, this leader will uphold high standards of integrity and collaboration, ensuring exceptional customer service.
Additional duties involve supporting Operations Analysts during new store openings and overseeing delivery schedules for store inventories. The Manager will work with the Manager of Strategy and Growth to implement long-term growth strategies, which may include onboarding new providers, piloting operational models, and driving cost reduction initiatives. Finally, this role will focus on identifying and executing strategies to improve performance metrics and reduce shortage risks.
This individual will be remote but will travel to local pool points 1 week a month.
A Day In The Life:
Be on site at pool points within your coverage area to drive operational improvements
Leverages reporting to make informed decisions on production strategy
Review and manage delivery schedules
Develop new and analyze current reporting to identify areas of opportunity and drive KPI improvements
Implement and oversee operational changes
Collaborate with peers and direct reports on growth and improvement strategy
Support Senior Manager and Director with special projects
Youll Come With:
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a Supply Chain/Business-related field.
Requires 3-5 years’ experience in Logistics/Transportation or related field
Experience establishing key performance indicator metrics to benchmark/track performance
Working knowledge of PCS/Descartes
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Detail oriented with a strong desire to identify trends
Requires familiarity with transportation procedures and processes
Require high level of proficiency utilizing Microsoft Excel to analyze data and produce reporting for all levels of the business
Self-confidence managing business issues in conflict and facilitating key stakeholders to achieve best resolution for overall business
Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!
You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.
We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
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Posting Number 2024-226854
Location US-IL-Chicago
Address 1100 S Canal Street
Shopping Center Suite 201
Zip Code 60607
Workplace Type Remote
Position Type Regular Full-Time
Career Site Category Corporate
Position Category Supply Chain
Evergreen Yes
Min USD $80,000.00/Annual
Mid USD $105,000.00/Annual