Freight Operations Manager Jobs

Freight Operations Manager jobs are open across trucking, third-party logistics, air cargo, ocean freight, and retail distribution, from entry-level supervisor roles to director, with specializations in carrier relations, customs compliance, and warehouse network optimization. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles84
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerXPO
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type61% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Operational Account Manager, Cloud Freight Operations, Road US
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Operational Account Manager, Cloud Freight Operations, Road US
DSV
Lancaster, Texas
Logistics & Fleet Management
Supply Chain
Warehouse Operations
$70k - $80k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Operational Account Manager, Freight Operations, Road US
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Operational Account Manager, Freight Operations, Road US
DSV
Torrance, California
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
Sales
$73k - $80k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Ocean Operations Coordinator - Freight Forwarder (3-5 years of exp.)
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Ocean Operations Coordinator - Freight Forwarder (3-5 years of exp.)
Gateway Logistics Group, Inc.
Houston, Texas
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Project Management
$45k - $65k/yr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Ocean Freight Operations Specialist
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Ocean Freight Operations Specialist
DHL
Peoria, Illinois
Logistics & Fleet Management
Supply Chain
Warehouse Operations
$22.91 - $30.55/hr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Logistics Export Operations Coordinator-Air Freight Mandarin Chinese
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Logistics Export Operations Coordinator-Air Freight Mandarin Chinese
Bondex Logistics Seattle Corp.
El Monte, California
IT Support
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
$4,000 - $6,500/yr
On-Site

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Freight Operations Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • XPO32
  • ABF Freight12
  • Toll4
  • DP World3
  • DHL2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in freight operations manager jobs.

  • 3-7 years of experience in freight, logistics, or supply chain operations
  • Proficiency with a transportation management system such as Oracle TMS, SAP TM, or MercuryGate
  • Experience managing carrier contracts, rate negotiations, and performance scorecards
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field
  • Knowledge of domestic and international shipping regulations, including customs and Incoterms
  • APICS CLTD, CPIM, or equivalent logistics certification preferred

Tips for Your Freight Operations Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to freight metrics

Hiring managers in freight operations want to see numbers tied to cost-per-shipment reductions, on-time delivery rates, and carrier performance. Lead each bullet with the outcome you drove, not just the task you performed.

Get your APICS or CLTD certification

Many freight operations manager postings list APICS CLTD or CPIM as preferred credentials. If you don't have one yet, list it as in-progress on your resume so screeners don't filter you out before the phone screen.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists freight operations manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter by TMS platform experience

Job postings frequently specify a transportation management system by name, such as Oracle TMS, MercuryGate, or SAP TM. When a posting names a system you've used, say so explicitly in your resume and cover letter to clear the first screen.

Prepare a carrier negotiation story

Interviewers for freight operations roles almost always ask how you've managed carrier relationships or renegotiated rates. Prepare one specific example with a clear before-and-after outcome you can walk through in two minutes.

Follow up after the offer on relocation scope

Freight operations manager roles tied to a distribution center or port facility often carry unwritten expectations about being on-site during peak shipping seasons. Clarify shift coverage expectations and travel before you sign, not after.

Freight Operations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most freight operations managers?

XPO, ABF Freight, and Toll are hiring the most freight operations managers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Illinois, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Distribution-heavy industries like retail, e-commerce, and third-party logistics consistently account for the largest share of open roles.

How many freight operations manager jobs are remote?

About 39% of freight operations manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than most office-based management roles. Functions like carrier procurement, freight audit and payment, and customer service coordination are most likely to allow remote arrangements, while roles tied to a distribution center or port facility are almost always on-site.

How do you become a freight operations manager?

Start in a logistics coordinator, freight broker, or warehouse supervisor role to build hands-on experience with shipment execution and carrier management. Move into a team lead position where you own a mode or lane, then pursue a transportation management certification like APICS CLTD. Demonstrating measurable cost or service improvements is what gets you into manager-level interviews.

Can you get a freight operations manager job with little experience?

Some employers will consider candidates with strong dispatcher, freight broker, or warehouse lead experience even without a formal manager title. Focus your applications on companies promoting internally or hiring for newly created roles, and emphasize any ownership you've had over carrier relationships, routing decisions, or cost accountability rather than just task execution.

What does the freight operations manager interview process look like?

Most processes run three to four stages: an initial recruiter screen focused on background and logistics systems experience, a hiring manager interview that goes deep on how you've handled carrier failures or peak volume surges, a panel or case exercise where you walk through a shipping scenario or cost analysis, and a final conversation with a director or VP before an offer.

Where can I find and apply to freight operations manager jobs?

You can find and apply to freight operations manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.

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