Transportation Outbound Strategy Manager

North American Transportation Management Institute; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Transportation Outbound Strategy Manager to develop and govern enterprise outbound transportation strategies that improve service, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency across the distribution network.

You will partner with Transportation, DC Operations, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management, and Store Operations to drive cross-functional improvements, leverage Trimble Appian and other routing tools, and lead initiatives that enhance network performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in transportation systems or process background.
• Broad transportation & supply chain knowledge; drive urgency and detail orientation across systems and people.
• Strong communication skills (verbal/written) and ability to influence stakeholders.
• Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and govern enterprise outbound transportation strategies to improve service, on-time delivery, and cost.
• Partner with Transportation, DC Operations, SCM, Inventory Management and Store Ops to drive initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional efforts and continuous improvement for long-term network efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Stakeholder management

Independent thinking

Education

High School degree

AS degree preferred

Tools

Trimble Appian

Omnitracs

Manhattan

Descartes

Blue Yonder

Job description

Position Summary

We're building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. The Transportation Outbound Strategy Manager is responsible for developing and governing enterprise outbound transportation strategies that improve service, on-time delivery, transportation cost, network capacity, driver utilization, and trailer utilization across the CVS Health distribution network. The role partners with Transportation, Distribution Center Operations, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management, and Store Operations to identify and implement strategic initiatives that enhance network performance and support enterprise objectives. The manager serves as a subject matter expert in transportation optimization, routing strategy, transportation technology, and operational design while leading cross-functional efforts focused on continuous improvement and long-term network efficiency. The role leverages enterprise tools, including Trimble Appian and A.I. tools to enable scalable workflows, improve visibility, and drive consistent execution across the network. This role does not manage people but is required to establish and develop relationships, processes and partnerships. Role manages multiple projects and influences leaders, managers, and key stakeholders (internal & external). Role manages tight deadlines and production demands. Role is a key liaison across the business and Supply Chain.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of Transportation systems or systems and process background is required.

5+ Years of broad transportation & supply chain knowledge. Role needs to drive shared sense of urgency and detail orientation across systems, people, and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong communication skills (verbal/written) is essential. Ability to frame and drive shared goals. Ability to multi-task numerous objectives at one time. Ability to think and operate independently and with high level stakeholders.

Innovative and creative thinking to drive solutions for continuous process improvement in system and process demands. Role must compliment TMS system or other SC&L or enterprise initiatives while driving consistent improvements YoY.

• Experience with Trimble "Appian", Omnitracs, Manhattan, Descartes, Blue Yonder, or similar routing technologies.
• Knowledge of trailer cube optimization, load planning, network optimization, and transportation analytics
• Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience

Education:

High School degree, AS Degree preferred.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is: $66,330.00 - $145,860.00. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.