Transportation Manager

Job Title: Warehouse Transportation Manager

Reports to: Director of Operations

Job Location: Whitestown, IN (USA)

Job Status: Exempt, Full Time

About SHEIN

SHEIN is a global fashion and lifestyle e-retailer committed to making fashion accessible to all. We use on-demand manufacturing technology to connect suppliers to our agile supply chain, reducing inventory waste and enabling us to deliver a variety of affordable products to customers around the world. From our global offices, we reach customers in nearly 160 countries and regions worldwide. Founded in 2012, SHEIN has more than 17,000 employees operating from offices around the world, with U.S. Headquarters located in Los Angeles.

In SHEIN, we work with outstanding, creative, and capable peers. We share an energetic and open culture for capable people to discern, work and ignite as a team.

At SHEIN, our culture is driven by our core values: Customer First, Take Ownership, Deliver Results, Make Change, and Celebrate Diversity. These are not just words, they are the principles that guide our work as we strive to meet the needs of our customers around the world.

Position Summary

The Warehouse Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing all yard operations at the Indianapolis (IND campus) sites, ensuring the efficient movement of trailers to support First, Middle, and Final Mile operations. This role focuses on yard flow optimization, supplier coordination, KPI management, and process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce dwell times, and improve overall network performance. The Sr. Manager will lead a team, drive strategic initiatives, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless yard operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee yard operations at Indianapolis (IND), ensuring efficiency, compliance, and seamless trailer movement.


• Manage and develop a team responsible for yard flow, trailer positioning, and dock utilization.


• Track and optimize key metrics: Trailer Dwell Time, On-Time Trailer Moves, Dock Door Utilization, and Load/Unload Efficiency.


• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective action plans (CAPs) for yard inefficiencies.


• Lead daily/weekly business reviews (WBRs), providing performance insights and action plans to leadership.


• Collaborate with transportation providers, yard hostlers, and sortation teams to improve yard flow and reduce congestion.


• Implement yard management technology and automation tools to enhance visibility and operational control.


• Drive process improvements and new program initiatives, focusing on safety, efficiency, and cost reduction.


• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and operational best practices.

Job Requirements

• 6+ years in yard management, transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations.


• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.


• Experience managing high-volume yard operations, trailer movement, and dock utilization


• Strong analytical skills in KPI tracking, RCA, and operational performance management.


• Knowledge of yard management systems (YMS), TMS, and process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).


• Proven leadership experience managing teams and working cross-functionally with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Work Environment

• Onsite role at Yard Operations in Whitestown, IN (IND).


• Requires regular coordination with internal and external stakeholders.


• May require evening, weekend, or on-call availability based on operational needs

Benefits & Perks

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)


• Health Savings Account with Employer Funding


• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent care)


• Company-Paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance


• Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability


• Voluntary Benefit Offerings (Voluntary Life/AD&D, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident)


• Employee Assistance Program


• Business Travel Accident Insurance


• 401(k) Savings Plan with discretionary company match and access to a financial advisor


• Vacation, paid holidays, floating holidays, and sick days


• Employee discounts


• Free swag giveaways


• Annual Holiday Party


• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events


• Complimentary daily office snacks and beverage

SHEIN is committed to an equitable and inclusive work environment for all candidates and provides equal opportunities in all employment practices without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or childbirth, age, disability, or veteran status