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Sr. Transportation Manager

Posted Aug 3, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$121.5K – $164.4K/yr
Location
Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, United States Mt Juliet, Tennessee, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
6+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent

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Role Summary

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The Senior Transportation Manager leads the TOM teams within a specific node and may support stand-alone sites. The role balances strategy and execution by directing operational planning, continuous improvement, and leadership development to support operational excellence and customer experience.

What You'll Do

  • Own and deliver the operational budget for the functional area, including safety, productivity, financial and labor planning, and...
  • Provide strategic and long-term planning for labor, forecasting, and peak season operations.
  • Drive continuous improvement and strategic projects to optimize operations, improve productivity, and support building and network-wide...
  • Establish objectives and metrics for safety, quality, productivity, and customer experience.
  • Set goals and expectations for Operations and Area Managers, measure performance, provide feedback, and hold leaders accountable.
  • Mentor and develop leaders and staff and participate in recruiting for promotion and hire.

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Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Experience in operations management of fulfillment or distribution centers
  • 6+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience
  • Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays

Preferred

  • 10+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production or distribution environment
  • Interest in long-term career development through assignments in multiple FCs across the nation
  • Prior leadership development training or participation
  • Track record of effectively leading an operation comprising both salaried and hourly staff of at least 100
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully develop others into higher levels of leadership in an organization

Original job description

Content provided by the employer

Our Senior Transportation Managers play a crucial role in exceeding expectations and providing a superb customer experience; critical to Amazon’s success, which is built on a foundation of customer obsession, and innovation. This position is a multi-faceted role requiring the ability to balance strategy and execution. The Senior Transportation Manager is responsible for all aspects of the operations of the TOM teams within a specific node and may include responsibilities for stand-alone sites as well. You will lead a dynamic team of Operations and Area Managers to achieve operational excellence through coaching and mentoring the team; driving employee engagement, and building leadership bench strength within the TOM organization.

Multiple roles are expected across the network with flexibility for location based on candidates current location and relocation preferences.

Strategic Responsibilities & Deliverables:
• Owns and delivers the operational budget for functional area, including safety, productivity, financial and labor planning, and operational goals for TOM

• Responsible for providing strategic level/long-term planning (3, 6, and 12 months out) including labor planning, forecasting, and peak season planning

• Drives continuous improvement projects to optimize operations and improve productivity to meet and exceed business objectives; works on strategic projects that have total building and network-wide impact. Effectively leverages the Operations and Area Managers to solicit ideas and understand problems and challenges in the building.

• Networks with other leaders across the network to solicit and share process improvements and drive efficiencies and cost savings.

• Establishes objectives and metrics for safety, quality, productivity, and customer experience

• Sets clear goals and expectations for Operations and Area Managers. Measures performance, provides feedback, and holds leaders accountable

• Mentors and develops leaders and staff

• Participates in recruiting to identify and evaluate associates and internal/external candidates for promotion and hire.

• Works closely with support staff (HR, Finance, Safety, IT and other leaders) to build and secure support and resources for projects and initiatives

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Experience in operations management of fulfillment or distribution centers
- 6+ years of performance metrics, process improvement or lean techniques experience
- Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

- 10+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production or distribution environment
- Interest in long-term career development through assignments in multiple FCs across the nation
- Prior leadership development training or participation
- Track record of effectively leading an operation comprising both salaried and hourly staff of at least 100
- Demonstrated ability to successfully develop others into higher levels of leadership in an organization

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.



USA, TN, Mt. Juliet - 121,500.00 - 164,400.00 USD annually
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Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce and cloud computing, founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos. Initially starting as an online bookstore, it has since expanded its offerings to include a vast range of products and services, including electronics, fashion, and digital content. With Amazon Web Services (AWS), the company also provides powerful cloud solutions to businesses around the world. Known for its innovation, customer-centric approach, and commitment to operational efficiency, Amazon continues to shape the future of retail and technology, consistently seeking new ways to enhance customer experiences.