Freight Manager - Texas DC United States

Be Who You Are. Love What You Do.

We are calling on all team mates who want more than a job. We are serious about our people, our customers, and the planet, and we want to do Good things together.

Australian roots - ARLINGTON, TX residence!

COTTON ON GROUP, OUR CULTURE:

A diverse crew of 20,000+ team members around the world who love to think big and have fun along the way. We develop, reward and recognize our team members, so they can feel empowered to reach their full potential. We know life’s more fun when you’re free to be you, and when you’re here, you’re celebrated for bringing your whole self to the team. YOU are what makes us the unique global retailer we are today.

Cotton On

Cotton On was brought to life in 1991 and we’re the founding brand of our Cotton On Group family. We have grown to nearly 800 stores across the globe and we still love exceeding our customers’ expectations with value-fashion in womenswear, menswear and accessories. Our Cotton On Brand exists to deliver on-trend basics through fast, fun fashion; all while having fun along the way.

MORE THAN A JOB

We don’t like words… we like action…80% of our global positions are filled by promotions of our existing team members because we believe that being YOU can take you places at Cotton On.

We are excited to share this opportunity, and to welcome a new team mate to the Group to help build on our strong culture and purpose led vision to make a positive difference in people’s lives.

Reporting to the Head of Distribution USA, the role of Freight Manager is to be responsible for partnering with key stakeholders and 3PLs to improve operational efficiency and reduce transport costs. The position is responsible for ensuring consistency and efficiencies in Supply Chain processes; ensuring timelines and SLAs are adhered to by all transport parties; routing/schedules to ensure that delivery times and locations are coordinated/achieved; managing and monitoring the performance of the network of logistics service providers through clear KPI’s; and overseeing local tender processes to ensure we are maximising cost in the transport/freight space.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Experience in strategic management of transport of goods
• Demonstrated/proven experience in stakeholder /vendor management
• 5+ years of experience in like space/industry/position
• Ability to understand in-house systems/advanced excel
• Experience working in a similar (fast-paced) environment
• Ability to communicate and influence at all levels in the business – working in a matrix organizational structure where relationships are key to success
• Exceptional organisation, time management and multi-tasking skills
• Aptitude with numbers and understanding of financial concepts
• Ability to think both creatively and practically
• Adopts an energetic, enthusiastic and proactive approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, a strong aptitude for Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

THE BENEFITS:

• 50% Team Member discount for all Brands/Products
• Competitive Pay
• Wellness Support 24/7
• Performance & Peak incentives to reward & recognise our team
• Great benefits for YOU & your family – Medical, Dental, Vision + more
• 401(k) matching program, with a commitment to financial literacy and support
• Development opportunities that could take you anywhere
• Quarterly COG Awards + real time recognition

DOING GOOD MATTERS:

Making a positive difference in people’s lives is our purpose. It’s what gets us out of bed in the morning and drives our every move. (Kind of like a really strong cup of coffee!). It’s not just how we do business, it’s part of who we are.

The Good is a movement to create meaningful change and channel our focus on the things that matter most. It’s our work in building sustainable futures, and supporting and protecting our people and the planet. It’s about celebrating differences while strengthening connections, because we know we’re stronger together.

Our Foundation is at the heart of this, and together, we have raised over $120m for life changing projects around the world - all thanks to our teams and customers.

Being a part of our team is more than a job. As we say here at Cotton On Group; Be yourself, it’ll change the world.

Come join our Aussie brand and make your mark. Apply today!

To learn more about us, please visit us at https://cottonongroup.com.au/ and for more on the Good we are doing, and our Foundation and the work being done here, please head to https://cottonongroup.com.au/the-good-we-do/ and https://cottonongroup.com.au/cotton-on-foundation/

Cotton On Group is an equal opportunity employer, who believes that the future of our organisation depends on building a diverse, representative and inclusive team. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Should you need any reasonable accommodations through the interview process, please let us know by contacting USAHumanResources@cottonon.com.au

In addition, Cotton On Group will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with local “Fair Chance” ordinances.

ABOUT US

From Australia to the world - The Cotton On Group (known in-house as COG) is Australia's largest global retailer. With 7 brands, 19 countries, 1500 stores and counting; we exist to make a positive difference in the lives of everyone we touch. Our people are optimistic, innovative and highly motivated; they share a genuine belief in themselves and others and they aren't afraid to think big.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Cotton On is the founding brand of the Group and has grown to become a global fashion destination with over 600 stores worldwide. We thrive on delivering the trends of the moment (always with our own twist) and inspire our community to have fun with it. Our product offering includes womenswear, menswear and accessories.