Senior Manager, Final Mile Delivery

<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Real people. Real service.</span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At </span><a href="https://www.supplyhouse.com/"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">SupplyHouse.com</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto">, we value every individual team member and cultivate a community where people come first. Led by our core values of </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">G</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">enerosity, </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">R</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">espect, </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">I</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">nnovation, </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">T</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">eamwork, and GRIT, we’re dedicated to maintaining a supportive work environment that celebrates diversity and empowers everyone to reach their full potential. As an industry-leading e-commerce company specializing in HVAC, plumbing, heating, and electrical supplies since 2004, we strive to foster growth while providing the best possible experience for our customers.</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"><iframe style="display: table; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/uInKvloCKd8?si=5rTgd7Pbm8_s3jhG" width="560" height="314"></iframe></span></p> <p>We are seeking a <strong>Senior Manager, Final Mile Delivery</strong> to join our Operations team. Reporting to the Director of Fulfillment, this role will oversee 10-40 drivers, company employed and aggregator contracted, lead the strategy and execution of our delivery network, integrating same-day fulfillment, aggregator platforms (e.g., DoorDash, Roadie, Uber Freight), local pickup, and zone-skipping through UPS. This individual will operate at the intersection of on-demand logistics, carrier optimization, and customer experience, driving scalable, high-performance delivery solutions across an expanding network of fulfillment centers. </p> <p>This role sits at the intersection of on-demand logistics and e-commerce strategy. You're designing what fast delivery looks like for trade professionals, not managing a traditional freight operation. You will be responsible for owning the end-to-end on-demand delivery program, including company drivers, DoorDash, Roadie, and emerging aggregator partners, overseeing onboarding, performance management, cost optimization, and SLA achievement.</p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">remote</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> position is open to individuals who live in, or are open to relocating to, the following states: </span><em><span data-contrast="auto">Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. </span></em><span data-contrast="auto">About 35% of the year, this role will entail traveling to our on-site fulfillment/office locations. The cost of travel for employees out of the area will be covered by the company. Additionally, our offices are always available for staff to use as much as desired.</span><em><span data-contrast="auto"><br></span></em></p> <p><strong>Role Type: </strong>Full-Time, Exempt</p> <p><strong>Location: </strong>Remote</p> <p><strong>Schedule: </strong>Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST</p> <p><strong>Base Salary: </strong>$124,000 – $177,000 per year</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></p> <ul> <li><strong>Carrier Strategy & Network Optimization: </strong>Drive zone-skipping strategy in partnership with UPS and other parcel carriers to compress transit times and reduce ship-from-zone costs at the fulfillment level.</li> <li><strong>Same-Day/Last-Mile Operations: </strong>Design and scale same-day and next-day local delivery offerings from our fulfillment centers, including time windows, cutoff management, and driver/route orchestration. Manage local pickup (BOPIS/will call) operations and identify opportunities to improve throughput and customer experience at pick-up points.</li> <li><strong>Hub & Spoke Infrastructure:</strong> Build and manage the hub and spoke local delivery framework, facilities, staffing, routing software, and inter-FC transfer coordination. Build the operational playbook for scaling last-mile delivery as we add fulfillment centers to our portfolio</li> <li><strong>Data & Performance Management: </strong>Establish and track KPIs across delivery channels (on-time %, cost per delivery, aggregator utilization, customer satisfaction) and drive continuous improvement. Develop and maintain compliance, safety, and licensing standards for any company-operated fleet assets</li> <li><strong>Cross-Functional Strategy & Scalability:</strong> Partner with Technology, Supply Chain, and Merchandising to ensure inventory positioning supports same-day commitments and aggregator eligibility.</li> <li><strong>People & Vendor Management: </strong>Manage carrier and aggregator relationships, negotiate contracts, hold vendors accountable to SLAs, and stay current on platform capabilities and pricing changes</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or GED Equivalent</li> <li>5+ years of experience in last-mile delivery, on-demand logistics, or same-day fulfillment (aggregator platform experience strongly preferred)</li> <li>Hands-on experience managing DoorDash, Roadie, Uber, or equivalent on-demand delivery networks</li> <li>Experience with zone-skipping or carrier optimization programs (UPS, FedEx, or regional carriers) to reduce transit time and cost</li> <li>Familiarity with routing and dispatch software (e.g., OptimoRoute, Circuit, DispatchTrack, or similar)</li> <li>Strong data and analytics skills (ability to build and interpret delivery performance dashboards and translate data into operational decisions)</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage external vendor/carrier relationships and hold partners to contracted SLAs</li> <li>Ability to travel to fulfillment locations as needed for program launches, driver hiring, and operational reviews</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation Management, or a related field</li> <li>Experience scaling local delivery in an e-commerce, distributor, or multi-site fulfillment environment</li> <li>Familiarity with BOPIS or will-call pickup operations</li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Why work with us:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We have awesome benefits </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">– We offer a wide variety of benefits to help support you and your loved ones. These include:</span> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance options</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">401(k) with up to 4% company match</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Company-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Discounted auto, home, and pet insurance programs</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Confidential mental health, financial planning, and legal support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Company-provided equipment and one-time $250 work from home stipend</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">$750 annual professional development budget</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">$25 monthly Grubhub credit</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Company rewards and recognition program</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">And more!</li> </ul> </li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We empower ownership</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> – We all contribute to our success and we all share in it. Our Ownership for All program ensures each SupplyHouse team member will benefit financially from the company’s growth and accomplishments.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We promote work-life balance </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">–</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">We value your time and encourage a healthy separation between your professional and personal life to feel refreshed and recharged. Look out for our wellness initiatives and ask about our Flex-Time Policy!</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We support growth </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">–</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">We encourage you to embrace continuous learning and take on new challenges. In an exciting and evolving industry, we provide opportunities for career growth through our annual merit and bonus opportunities, hands-on training, diversity and inclusion initiatives, internal mobility options, and professional development budget.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We give back</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> – We live and breathe our core value, Generosity, by giving back to the trades and organizations around the world. We make a difference through donation drives, employee-nominated contributions, support for non-profit organizations, Volunteer Paid Time Off, and more.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="42" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We listen </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">– We value hearing from our employees. Everyone has a voice, and we encourage you to use it! We actively elicit feedback through our monthly town halls, regular 1:1 check-ins, employee listening initiatives, and company-wide ideas form to incorporate suggestions and ensure our team enjoys coming to work every day.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Check us out and learn more at: </span></strong><a href="https://www.supplyhouse.com/our-company"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">https://www.supplyhouse.com/our-company</span></span></strong></a><strong><span data-contrast="auto">!</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Additional Details:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Remote employees are expected to work in a distraction-free environment. Personal devices, background noise, and other distractions should be kept to a minimum to avoid disrupting virtual meetings or business operations.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. SupplyHouse.com will not sponsor applicants for work visas.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">SupplyHouse.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">To ensure fairness and trust in our hiring process, we ask that all application materials, assessments, and interview responses reflect your own thinking and perspective. You may use AI tools to assist in preparing your responses, as long as this use is clearly disclosed and you can speak authentically to your ideas and work. Our focus is on honesty, judgment, and how you approach problem-solving. We appreciate your transparency and look forward to learning more about your skills.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">We are committed to providing a safe and secure work environment and conduct thorough background checks on all potential employees in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{" 335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridmultilevel"}"="" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">All emails from the SupplyHouse team will only be sent from an @supplyhouse.com email address. Please exercise caution if you receive an email from an alternate domain.</li> </ul>

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