Transportation Outbound Strategy Manager – Appian

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

📋 Description

• Formulate and oversee enterprise outbound transportation strategies throughout the CVS Health distribution network.

• Enhance service quality, on-time delivery, transportation expenses, network capacity, driver utilization, and trailer usage.

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

• Identify and execute 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 continuous improvement initiatives aimed at achieving long-term network efficiency.

• Utilize Trimble Appian and A.I. tools to facilitate scalable workflows, enhance visibility, and ensure consistent execution.

• Build and cultivate relationships, processes, and partnerships without direct people management responsibilities.

• Oversee multiple projects, manage tight deadlines, and meet production requirements.

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

• Serve as a key liaison between the business and the Supply Chain.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Transportation systems or related systems and processes.

• At least 5 years of comprehensive knowledge in transportation and supply chain.

• Experience with Appian is highly preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

• Capability to frame and drive shared objectives.

• Proficiency in managing multiple tasks and objectives simultaneously.

• Ability to think independently and operate effectively with high-level stakeholders.

• Innovative and creative mindset for continuous 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

• CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive programs in addition to base salary.

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Retirement savings options.

• Wellness programs.

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