Bob's Discount Furniture is hiring a Director of Field Operations to lead and optimize our outbound transportation operations, ensuring compliance, safety, and cost-efficiency across the supply chain. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive performance and support our network's growth.
What You'll Do
- Oversee outbound freight execution to ensure timely, cost-effective deliveries to store and depot locations.
- Lead and inspire a distributed logistics team across multiple locations.
- Coach and develop CDL drivers, driver managers, and fleet personnel.
- Set clear expectations, manage performance through KPIs, and empower teams.
- Deliver logistics projects on time, within scope, and under budget.
- Apply data-driven decision-making and identify inefficiencies to implement corrective actions.
- Manage transportation budgets and drive cost-per-mile improvements.
- Ensure service level adherence and timely deliveries.
- Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
- Align transportation strategies with corporate goals.
- Manage vendor/asset management and vehicle maintenance oversight.
What We're Looking For
- 10–15+ years of progressive experience in transportation or logistics management within a retail, wholesale, or multi-location environment.
- Valid driver’s license and familiarity with DOT regulations.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Contract negotiation experience (asset, 3PL, lease agreements).
- P&L experience.
- Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, and move items weighing up to 50 lbs independently.
- Ability to move objects up to 100 lbs with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Ability to navigate warehouse and yard environments.
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods as needed.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
- Experience with SAP (WMS) strongly preferred.
- Understanding of U.S. Customs/import processes.
- Experience with 3PL providers, intermodal carriers, freight forwarders, and drayage operations.
- Knowledge of fuel hedge management, asset utilization strategies, and backhaul optimization.
- Familiarity with multi-regional yard and fleet management programs.
- Openness to innovation and continuous learning in logistics technology and supply chain trends.
Technical Stack
- SAP WMS and TMS systems
- Routing software
- Fleet tracking tools
- Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Team & Environment
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Distribution Centers, Delivery Operations, Safety, and external logistics partners.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $150,000 - $160,000
- Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and birthday
- 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with generous company match
- Pet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance options
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways
- Employee Discount starting on Day 1, plus exclusive partner discounts
Work Mode
This position operates on a hybrid work model.
Bob's Discount Furniture provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status.
