Sr. Manager, Sortation Cost & Strategy
Core
Own the cost and capacity strategy of the sort network, balancing efficiency and service for DoorDash's logistics operations across the US, Canada, and Australia.
Role type
Senior Manager, Logistics Network Strategy
Builds
Forward-looking capacity models, automation investment plans, new sort facility sites, and multi-provider 3PL networks.
Domain
Logistics / Supply Chain / Real Estate
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Capacity planning, cost modeling, commercial contract negotiation, real estate procurement, automation strategy, cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Experience with 3PL diversification, capex decision influence, financial fluency
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Build forward-looking capacity models across the sort network; Identify and lead automation investments to reduce cost-per-unit; Own site selection and lease negotiation for new sort facilities; Lead commercial negotiations with 3PL partners; Build a multi-provider strategy to reduce concentration risk; Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Real Estate, and Automation Engineering.
Seniority
Senior Manager, strategic ownership with cross-functional influence
