At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking a Domestic Transportation Lead to join our team. In this role, you will maintain an efficient operation by overseeing routes and schedules, and ensure that service levels and cost goals are met. The position requires addressing customer service inquiries, problem-solving and ensuring an elevated level of service. Applicants should be confident collaborating with their team along with internal and external stakeholders (transportation carriers) to optimize transportation processes and meet organizational goals. The ideal candidate also possesses a passion for digging into the details and optimizing processes. 

A day on the job looks like this: 

• Lead and guide all projects and processes for the Domestic Operations team in partnership with the manager with a focus on outbound to customer, inbound from vendor, returns, interfacility and all domestic movements 
• Facilitate and engage in relationships with our carriers across multiple distribution centers and at various levels (such as account representatives, dispatchers, dedicated support teams, drivers and dock workers) to meet freight requirements effectively 
• Manage trailer equipment and schedules to ensure seamless execution of dock door rotations at our distribution centers 
• Quote, route and track domestic outbound and inbound shipments for multiple distribution centers for spot quote shipments 
• Monitor the daily outbound and inbound movement of domestic freight including LTL (nationwide including Alaska and Hawaii), FTL, Intermodal and Parcel & Air 
• Evaluate and decide best shipment mode to meet service level (i.e., calculating volume, freight class, density, weight and audit of freight costs) as needed 
• Adapt to peak season and fluctuations in outbound volume demands by adjusting equipment and carrier capacity 
• Provide ad hoc reports and create KPI/metrics for domestic team members, managers and executive team members as required 

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for: 

• ​​Bachelor’s degree​ in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field preferred 
• ​​5 years ​of experience in Transportation & Supply Chain preferred 
• ​​5 years​ of experience leading people/projects preferred 
• Experience creating pivot tables and charts, using formulas including VLOOKUP and conditional formatting  
• Exceptional organizational skills and follow-through 
• Must be detail oriented with strong analytical skills 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred), Salesforce or TMS systems 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularily Excel, Word and Outlook  

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Salary: $72,000-$80,000 with an annual bonus of up to 10%
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees’ children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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