Transportation Specialist

Warby Parker is on the lookout for an all-star Transportation Specialist who will monitor, report, and troubleshoot shipments throughout the Warby Parker network to ensure our deliveries are taking place on time and 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 and internal stakeholders alike, ensuring they reach their destinations as planned.

If you have a passion for problem solving, a knack for negotiation, and a love for all things logistics, read on!

What you'll do:


* Coordinate and manage all transportation activities, including inbound and outbound shipments, delivery schedules, and logistics planning


* Collaborate with internal teams to determine transportation requirements and develop effective transportation strategies


* Evaluate transportation options, negotiate spot pricing, and establish relationships with transportation providers for domestic and export operations


* Monitor and manage transportation budgets, track expenses, and provide regular reports demonstrating transportation costs and performance


* Support special projects and initiatives related to transportation and supply chain optimization


* Develop and implement transportation performance metrics and KPIs to measure and improve transportation operations

Who you are:


* Backed by 1+ years of experience


* An analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail


* A proactive communicator who can collaborate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and transportation providers


* Capable of working well under pressure in a fast-paced environment


* Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and requirements


* Proficient in Microsoft Excel (especially in the analysis of large data sets)


* A self-starter who's 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 and FedEx), and regional carriers


* Experience working with Transportation Management Systems


* Familiarity with Looker or Tableau (extra, extra credit!)

In compliance with local and state requirements, Warby Parker is committed to pay transparency.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes not only a competitive base salary/hourly rate but also variable compensation for eligible employees.

For applicable postings, the range listed is a good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting.

Final compensation is thoughtfully determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and relevant market data.

For applicable postings, non-exempt employees are eligible fo...