SharkNinja is hiring a Senior Manager, North America Transportation

About Us SharkNinja is a global innovation powerhouse specializing in lifestyle product design and technology. Driven by two renowned global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has consistently disrupted markets by introducing groundbreaking consumer products. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, with over 3,600 associates, SharkNinja's diverse product range is distributed worldwide through key retailers and online platforms. Title: Sr. Manager, NA Transportation Reports to: Sr Director, Global Transportation Location: Remote Role Overview The Senior Manager, North America Transportation is responsible for overseeing SharkNinja's domestic transportation operations across direct-to-consumer (DTC) and business-to-business (B2B) outbound freight, including intra-network warehouse transfers. This strategic leader will drive transportation performance optimization across various shipping modes, ensuring superior "order-to-porch" and "dock-to-door" performance at the most competitive total cost. The role demands a data-driven strategist with extensive operational expertise, robust carrier relationships, and a proven track record of delivering scalable service excellence. Key Responsibilities • Lead End-to-End Transportation Operations: Manage and optimize North America outbound freight for DTC and B2B customers, ensuring timely, damage-free, and cost-effective delivery. • Drive DTC Parcel Excellence: Champion best-in-class order-to-porch delivery through parcel network optimization, last-mile carrier innovation, and proactive exception management. • Optimize B2B Retail Freight: Oversee full-truckload, less-than-truckload, and intermodal freight to retail distribution centers. Collaborate with Order Management, Vendor Compliance, and Commercial teams to ensure high routing guide and OTIF compliance. • Intra-Warehouse Freight Coordination: Manage inter-facility transfers supporting balanced inventory, multi-node fulfillment, and network agility. • Carrier Strategy & Negotiation: Build and manage strategic carrier partnerships. Lead rate negotiations, bid events, and quarterly business reviews to drive continuous improvement in cost and performance. • Cost & Service Optimization: Utilize data and analytics to balance cost, speed, and reliability. Continuously refine mode mix, carrier allocation, and service levels to achieve lowest total landed cost. • Performance Management: Develop and own transportation KPIs, including on-time delivery, cost per unit shipped, carrier scorecards, and transit time metrics. Deliver monthly executive reporting with clear insights and actions. • Technology & Innovation: Partner with IT, 3PLs, and parcel providers to enhance efficiency with technology-driven solutions, including TMS functionality, freight visibility, yard/dock management, automation, and parcel optimization tools. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Warehousing, Planning, Consumer Experience, Order Management and Commercial teams to align supply chain performance with business objectives and customer expectations. • Team Leadership: Build, coach, and inspire a high-performing transportation team. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field; MBA preferred • 8–10+ years of domestic transportation management experience in consumer goods, retail, or eCommerce • Proven leadership in DTC parcel and B2B retail freight networks • Expertise in LTL, TL, and parcel pricing structures, carrier negotiations, and freight audit processes • Strong analytical skills with ability to transform complex data into actionable insights • Experience with transportation management systems and logistics visibility platforms • Demonstrated success managing 3PLs and developing strategic carrier partnerships • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills • High bias for action, thriving in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments Other Requirements • Travel Required (Domestic & International) - up to 20% • Flexible work schedule to accommodate virtual meetings with other regions Salary Range: $126,720 - $154,880 USD Our Culture At SharkNinja, we embrace an "Outrageously Extraordinary" mindset that drives innovation, breaks boundaries, and delivers exceptional results. We offer competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.