Transportation Outbound Strategy Manager – Appian

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Develop and oversee enterprise outbound transportation strategies.

• Enhance service levels, on-time delivery, transportation costs, network capacity, driver efficiency, and trailer utilization throughout the CVS Health distribution network.

• Collaborate with teams in Transportation, Distribution Center Operations, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management, and Store Operations.

• Identify and implement strategic initiatives that improve network performance and align with enterprise goals.

• Act as a subject matter expert in transportation optimization, routing strategies, transportation technology, and operational design.

• Lead cross-functional initiatives aimed at continuous improvement and long-term efficiency of the network.

• Utilize Trimble Appian and AI technologies to create scalable workflows, enhance visibility, and ensure consistent execution.

• Build and nurture relationships, processes, and partnerships without direct management of personnel.

• Handle multiple projects, tight deadlines, and production requirements effectively.

• Influence leaders, managers, and key internal and external stakeholders.

• Serve as a crucial liaison across the business and within the Supply Chain.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Transportation systems or a related systems and process background.

• 5+ years of comprehensive knowledge in transportation and supply chain management.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to articulate and pursue shared objectives.

• Capability to manage multiple objectives simultaneously.

• Competence to think and operate autonomously while engaging with high-level stakeholders.

• Innovative and creative mindset for ongoing process enhancement.

• Familiarity with Trimble “Appian”, Omnitracs, Manhattan, Descartes, Blue Yonder, or similar routing technologies.

• Understanding of trailer cube optimization, load planning, network optimization, and transportation analytics.

• Experience with Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies.

• High School diploma required; Associate's Degree preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Retirement savings options.

• Wellness programs.

• Additional resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

• Eligibility for CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive programs.