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Position Overview
Valiant Residential is seeking a Community Manager who is responsible for supervising, controlling, and planning the day-to-day activities of the apartment community. They are also responsible for the implementation of company policies, procedures and programs that will assure a well-managed, well-maintained building within established management operating and assuring compliance with all regulatory agencies and investors.
We Are Valiant
With over 37 years of experience, Valiant Residential is a next-generation property management leader, uniquely attuned to the needs of property owners and residents. We are driven by a Valiant Spirit—bold, innovative, and committed to excellence—fostering prosperous partnerships and long-term success. Our team thrives on collaboration, integrity, and strategic thinking, making a meaningful impact in the industry.
Why Work at Valiant?
At Valiant Residential, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. Consistently ranked as a "Top Place to Work," we are a leader in the property management industry, driven by bold, innovative professionals who make an impact.
We believe in rewarding great work with competitive total compensation and time off with comprehensive benefits, including free health insurance options and 401(k) matching. Growth isn’t just encouraged—it’s expected. With career development opportunities, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to innovation, we empower our employees to thrive.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Consistently use successful techniques and company directives to screen, hire, orient, and train new personnel.
- Provide support to staff to encourage teamwork and lead as an example in creating a harmonious environment. Ensure all administrative processes involving personnel are handled on a timely basis (i.e., performance evaluations, salary reviews, time sheets, change of status forms, etc.)
- Determine transitions and promotions for on-site personnel.
- File reports regarding any work-related injuries.
- Maintain accurate records of all community transactions and submit on timely basis (i.e., rent rolls, delinquency reports, move-ins/move-outs, accounts payable, order office supplies, etc.)
- Prepare annual budgets and income projections in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure that all rents and late fees/check charges are collected, posted, and deposited in a timely manner.
- Review, code, and approve invoices for payments.
- Make daily bank deposits.
- Ensure the property is rented to the fullest capacity.
- Utilize marketing strategies to secure prospective residents.
- Oversee the consistency and effectiveness of the Assistant Community Manager and Leasing Agent associates’ use of policies and procedures, including priority wait lists, phone techniques, application verification, and notification.
- Ensure leasing practices conform to federal, state, and local law. Ensure that credit and criminal reports are obtained for all prospective residents and ensure that company policies and standards regarding income and prior rental history are met.
- Prepare, process, and sign all leases and related forms or supervise others in doing so.
- Collect rents and late charges, handle delinquent accounts, or supervise others in doing so.
- Aggressively pursue lease renewals. Send notices out at least 45 days before expiration.
- Supervise leasing employees, ensuring good closing techniques.
- Handle evictions and landlord liens.
- Maintain all resident files, including move-in sheets, move-out notices, security dispositions, and warnings.
- Ensure that residents are provided with a clean, safe, and well-maintained community.
- Ensure that maintenance requests are handled on an immediate one-call basis, if possible, and that residents are notified if parts must be ordered, causing a delay.
- Maintain the common areas.
- Ensure the availability of make-ready vacant units.
- Oversee risk management and emergency procedures.
- Continually inspect the property and improvements, recording deficiencies and taking the necessary action within budget limits.
- Maintain key control coding for all units and areas.
- Handle emergencies. Report accidents and emergency situations to your Regional Community Supervisor immediately and prepare all proper reports. Be available 24 hours/7 days a week unless regional property supervisor has been notified. Monitor parking lot for unauthorized vehicles.
- Review weekly reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Supervise outside contractors working on the property.
- As directed by the Regional Community Supervisor, prepare the property for code inspections, mortgage inspections, and all other inspections.
- Report to the Regional Community Supervisor any violations of company policy by employees.
- Develop and enforce community policies and rules.
- The position requires a minimum of 3+ years of property management experience.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply logical thinking principles to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and initiate appropriate courses of action.
- Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills in English to effectively interact with team members, residents, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
- Achieve Fair Housing certification before interaction with prospects or residents.
- Competence in personal computer skills, keyboard, internet search, math, Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook as well as community software applications.
- Knowledge of OSHA laws and regulations. Ability to work evenings and weekends. Present self in a neat, clean, and professional manner throughout the workday and/or whenever present in the community. Comply with expectations as demonstrated in the Employee Handbook. Successfully pass a drug test.
- College degree preferred.
- Certified Apartment Manager (CAM)
- Accredited Resident Manager (ARM) preferred
If you have a Valiant Spirit—bold, driven, and ready to make an impact—we want you on our team.
Third-Party Submissions & Staffing Agencies
Valiant Residential does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters for any posted positions. Any unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Valiant Residential, and no placement fees will be paid. All official recruiting communications from Valiant Residential will come from an @valiantresidential.com email address. If you receive outreach from a different email domain claiming to represent us, please verify the legitimacy of the communication before responding.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation Statement
Valiant Residential is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. We provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, participate in the hiring process, and enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to perform your job, please contact jobs@valiantresidential.com. Requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable laws.
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Who's Hiring



Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Marketing & Advertising
- Logistics & Supply Chain
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in carrier manager jobs.
- 3-5 years of experience in carrier management, freight procurement, or logistics operations
- Proficiency with transportation management systems such as Oracle TMS, MercuryGate, or Blue Yonder
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate carrier rates and manage contract compliance across truckload and LTL modes
- Strong analytical skills with experience using Excel or BI tools to track carrier performance and cost metrics
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field
- Familiarity with FMCSA carrier compliance requirements, DOT regulations, and carrier onboarding processes
Tips for Your Carrier Manager Job Search
Quantify freight savings on your resume
Carrier managers are hired to cut cost-per-mile and reduce tender rejection rates, so your resume needs hard outcomes. Replace vague duties with specific reductions in freight spend, improvements in on-time delivery, or carrier base expansions you owned directly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists carrier manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight TMS platforms by name
Hiring managers scan for the exact transportation management systems their team uses. Name every TMS you've worked in, whether Oracle TMS, MercuryGate, or Blue Yonder, and note the volume of shipments or lanes you managed inside each platform.
Target postings by freight mode match
Carrier manager roles differ sharply by mode: truckload, LTL, intermodal, and parcel each require different carrier relationships and rate structures. Filter your search by the modes you know best so your experience maps directly to what the employer needs.
Prepare for a carrier negotiation scenario
Most carrier manager interviews include a live rate negotiation or a case where you have to recover capacity on a lane with no primary carrier. Practice talking through how you identify backup carriers, set rate ceilings, and communicate risk to internal stakeholders under time pressure.
Negotiate using lane data, not title benchmarks
When you receive an offer, anchor your counter on the complexity of the lane portfolio you'll manage, the carrier base size, and the annual freight spend under your authority. Operational scope arguments land better than comparisons to generic market ranges in logistics roles.
Carrier Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most carrier managers?
Apple, Spot, and Amazon are hiring the most carrier managers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. High-volume shippers, third-party logistics providers, and e-commerce retailers tend to post the most openings year-round.
How many carrier manager jobs are remote?
About 71% of carrier manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability skewed toward roles focused on carrier procurement, rate management, and contract negotiation rather than those tied to physical distribution centers or dedicated fleet operations.
How do you become a carrier manager?
Most carrier managers start in freight brokerage, logistics coordination, or transportation analyst roles where they learn lane pricing, carrier vetting, and load planning. Building hands-on experience with a TMS and developing direct carrier relationships are the two most practical steps toward moving into a carrier manager title. A supply chain or logistics degree helps, but operational experience in a brokerage or shipper environment is what most employers prioritize.
How do you get hired as a carrier manager with little experience?
Start by targeting freight brokerage coordinator or carrier relations specialist roles, which are common entry points that expose you to rate negotiation, carrier onboarding, and lane coverage under supervision. Emphasize any experience with load boards, carrier scorecards, or TMS platforms, even at a basic level. Getting comfortable with FMCSA carrier lookup tools and DOT safety ratings before interviews signals that you understand the compliance side of the role.
What does the carrier manager interview process look like?
The interview process typically runs two to three rounds and includes a phone screen with a recruiter, a panel interview with the logistics or procurement team, and often a scenario-based exercise where you walk through how you would handle a capacity shortage or rate spike on a critical lane. Employers commonly ask about your carrier negotiation approach, how you measure carrier performance, and how you've managed relationships when a carrier fails to meet service commitments.
Where can I find and apply to carrier manager jobs?
You can find and apply to carrier manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the roles that match your experience level and freight mode background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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