Outbound Logistics Yard Lead

The Outbound Yard Logistics Lead is responsible for leading all finished vehicle outbound logistics operations at Zoox's Hayward and Fremont facilities. This role owns dispatch execution, yard operations, and coordination with third-party logistics (3PL) partners to ensure safe, compliant, and timely delivery of finished vehicles to Zoox service centers across the United States.
This position leads on-site logistics teams, partners closely with Manufacturing for finished vehicle handoff, and drives continuous improvement across cost, service, safety, and quality. The ideal candidate is a hands-on logistics leader with strong transportation compliance knowledge, operational discipline, and experience managing high-volume automotive logistics.
In this role, you will:Lead all outbound finished vehicle yard operations at the Hayward and Fremont sitesDispatch and coordinate daily finished vehicle movements with internal drivers and 3PL transportation partnersEnsure timely, accurate, and damage-free delivery of finished vehicles to Zoox service centers nationwideOversee vehicle staging, loading, and shipment executionEnsure all transportation activities comply with DOT, HOS, and safety regulationsManage shuttle/transfer of vehicles from Manufacturing to the Outbound yard.
Drive a truck and trailer for these shipmentsQualifications6years of relevant experience in transportation or logistics operations3years of experience leading drivers or frontline teams in a transportation environmentValid CDL (Class A) with hands-on Class A driving experience.
Ability to drive and ship vehicles from Bay Area sites, and forklift experienceExperience with SAP Transportation Management SystemStrong expertise in DOT and Hours of Service (HOS) regulations, ensuring safe and compliant operationsExperience dispatching high-volume automotive or finished vehicle logisticsBonus QualificationsExperience managing 3PL partners in automotive, manufacturing, or high-volume logistics environmentsFamiliarity with yard management systems, vehicle staging, and outbound logistics processesExperience developing and managing KPIs related to cost, service, safety, and qualityExperience with inventory managementPhysical & Travel RequirementsMust be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions-including high heat, cold, rain, or snow-for up to 90% of the shift. This role requires standing and walking on concrete or uneven asphalt surfaces for 8-12 hours per day, with continuous movement between the production floor, loading docks, and yard areas.
Must be able to regularly lift and move items up to 50 lbs independently, and perform frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and climbing to inspect trailers, check undercarriages, secure loads, and operate equipment.
Ability to drive a truck and trailer, operate that equipment, trailer doors, pre
- and post-trip inspections, tie downs etc.
Regular on-site presence at both Fremont and Hayward finished vehicle yardsLocal travel between facilities is required$36.50
- $46 an hourThere are three major components to compensation for this position:salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the hourly rate. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
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