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Warby Parker is on the lookout for an all-star Transportation Specialist who will monitor, report, & troubleshoot shipments throughout the Warby Parker network to ensure our deliveries are taking place on time & at the best possible cost. As the master conductor of our transportation operations, you'll be responsible for orchestrating the seamless movement of shipments for customers & internal stakeholders alike, ensuring they reach their destinations as planned. If you have a passion for problem solving, a knack for negotiation, & a love for all things logistics, read on!
What youll do:
- Coordinate & manage all transportation activities, including inbound & outbound shipments, delivery schedules, & logistics planning
- Collaborate with internal teams to determine transportation requirements & develop effective transportation strategies
- Evaluate transportation options, negotiate spot pricing, & establish relationships with transportation providers for domestic & export operations
- Monitor & manage transportation budgets, track expenses, & provide regular reports demonstrating transportation costs & performance
- Support special projects & initiatives related to transportation & supply chain optimization
- Develop & implement transportation performance metrics & KPIs to measure & improve transportation operations
Who you are:
- Backed by 1+ years of experience
- An analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities & attention to detail
- A proactive communicator who can collaborate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, & transportation providers
- Capable of working well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible & able to adapt to changing priorities & requirements
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (especially in the analysis of large data sets)
- A self-starter whos comfortable navigating uncharted territory
- Not on the Office of Inspector General's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)
Extra Credit:
- Experience in e-commerce shipping, transportation, or logistics
- Experience with USPS, national integrators (UPS & FedEx), & regional carriers
- Experience working with Transportation Management Systems
- Familiarity with Looker or Tableau (extra, extra credit!)
Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full-time employees:
- Health, vision, & dental insurance
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Flexible vacation policy
- Paid Holidays
- Retirement savings plan with a company match
- Parental leave (non-birthing parents included)
- Short-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Bereavement Support
- Education Reimbursement
- Free eyewear
- And more (just ask!)
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