Transportation Advisor

Job Description

AutoZone is seeking a Distribution Center Transportation Advisor to oversee the daily inbound and outbound flow of fleet equipment and drivers.

This role is critical in ensuring DOT compliance, back-haul coordination, driver dispatch, and store delivery execution.

Functional Competencies:


* Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.


* Ability to manage multiple logistics tasks and deadlines.


* Knowledge of fleet operations, routing, and back-haul coordination.


* Experience using transportation management software and on-board computer systems.

Core Competencies:

Customer Focus:


* Provides WOW! customer service, understands customer needs, and solves problems with urgency.

Team Player:


* Reliable, supportive, values others' ideas, builds strong relationships, and resolves conflicts effectively.

Effective Communication:


* Clear, respectful communication, effective listening, and timely information sharing.

Results-Oriented:


* Accountable, takes ownership, prioritizes well, and executes with integrity and ethics.

Development Focused:


* Embraces feedback, owns professional development, and helps develop others.

Change Embracer:


* Open to change, seeks process improvements, and encourages innovative thinking.

Physical Demands:


* Ability to perform light physical tasks, including walking, standing, and bending.


* Work in a fast-paced transportation and logistics environment.


* Ability to work extended or alternate shifts as needed.

Responsibilities



* Coordinate daily equipment assignments for private fleet drivers.


* Dispatch drivers to cover routes efficiently and ensure on-time deliveries.


* Manage driver issues, including equipment breakdowns, accidents, and scheduling challenges.


* Accept or decline back-hauls based on driver availability and delivery schedules.


* Troubleshoot and manage TMS system


* Handle store-related transportation issues, including "Where's my truck" calls.


* Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and AutoZone safety policies.


* Salary: Min $50,600 Mid $67,500 Max $84,500

Qualifications

Required:


* 3-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or operations management.

Preferred:



* Associate's degree (two-year program) or equivalent formal training program.


* Experience with driver dispatch, fleet coordination, and DOT compliance.


* Strong knowledge of transportation management systems.

About Autozone

Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas.

Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners.

Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth.

Whether you're helping customers or building your car...