Domestic Transport Manager

Posted 19 Days Ago
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Westfield Estates, Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Energy
The Role
Oversee domestic transportation operations, including transportation planning, carrier selection, load coordination, supplier and carrier performance, and final delivery. Drive process improvements, resolve complex logistics challenges, analyze transportation data, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve efficiency and service levels. The role also leads moderate-scope initiatives and supports logistics services for business operations.
Summary Generated by Built In

Do you enjoy leading transportation operations and ensuring the seamless movement of goods across domestic networks?

Are you passionate about logistics, process improvement, and driving operational excellence through effective carrier and supplier management?


Partner with the best

As a Domestic Transport Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing transportation activities, managing carrier relationships, and ensuring efficient product movement from origin through final delivery. You will work closely with suppliers, logistics partners, and cross-functional teams to optimize transportation strategies, improve processes, and support business objectives. You will play a key role in driving operational efficiency, resolving complex logistics challenges, and delivering high-quality transportation services.


As a Domestic Transport Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Defining transportation plans and selecting carriers to meet operational requirements.
• Organizing carrier loads and coordinating transportation activities through final delivery.
• Managing logistics suppliers and carrier performance to ensure service excellence.
• Developing and implementing process improvements to support changing business and operational needs.
• Analyzing transportation challenges and creating solutions for situations not covered by standard procedures.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support logistics and business objectives.
• Influencing stakeholders and peers to drive alignment and achieve transportation goals.
• Monitoring transportation activities and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and service levels.
• Supporting the delivery of logistics services directly to business operations.
• Utilizing analytical skills to interpret transportation data and recommend process enhancements.
• Leading initiatives of moderate scope that improve transportation effectiveness and operational performance.


Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• Have a High School Diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Logistics as an alternative qualification.
• Have a minimum of 3 years of additional experience in Transportation.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of transportation planning, carrier management, and logistics processes.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex situations.
• Have experience identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Have the ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Be capable of coordinating multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative

environment.


Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone.

• The role is general hours (8AM - 5PM)


Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.


Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:


• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Education Assistance
• Generous Parental Leave
• Mental Health resources and Virtual Therapy Programs
• Dependent and Partner Care programs
• Pet Insurance
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits


You will be eligible to participate in company-sponsored benefit programs in accordance with local policies and eligibility requirements. Benefit offerings may vary by location and are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and policies. This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.



The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Logistics Senior Team leader - Transport

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
  • High School Diploma/GED with at least 4 years of logistics experience as an alternative to a bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 3 years of additional transportation experience
  • Knowledge of transportation planning, carrier management, and logistics processes
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience identifying and implementing process improvements
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities
  • Ability to influence others and lead small teams
  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Valid work authorization in the country of employment

Baker Hughes Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Baker Hughes and has not been reviewed or approved by Baker Hughes.

  • Retirement Support — Feedback suggests retirement contributions combine automatic employer funding with a dollar‑for‑dollar match, with immediate vesting on the match. This structure can meaningfully increase savings for employees who participate consistently.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Feedback suggests a discounted employee stock purchase program with regular purchase periods and no brokerage fees provides accessible ownership upside. Program parameters are clearly laid out through the benefits hub and plan materials.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests exempt staff have flexible, manager‑approved time off while non‑exempt employees accrue vacation and receive paid personal time. Company‑paid holidays and paid parental leave further broaden time‑away options.

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60,620 Employees

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