Transportation Manager Jobs in Arizona

Transportation Manager jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, concentrated in freight logistics, retail distribution, and construction supply chains, with openings at every level from operations coordinator to regional director. Phoenix, Tucson, and Tempe are the primary hiring hubs, where large employers like Amazon, Walmart, and Swift Transportation maintain major distribution and operations centers. The most consistently sought specialties are fleet management, last-mile logistics, and intermodal freight coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles28
Top employerAmazon
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring11
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryElectronics

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Transportation Operations Manager II
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Transportation Operations Manager II
Walmart
Glendale, Arizona
Business Analysis
Business Operations
Project Management
$84k - $126k/yr
Master's degree in business
10,000+

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ITS Network Manager (Senior IT Systems Specialist)- Street Transportation Department
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ITS Network Manager (Senior IT Systems Specialist)- Street Transportation Department
City of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$100k - $134k.8/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Dispatch Transportation Manager
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Dispatch Transportation Manager
Oldcastle Infrastructure
Chandler, Arizona
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Transportation Operations Manager
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Transportation Operations Manager
Amazon.com
Goodyear, Arizona
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Support
Sales
$91k - $137k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Sr. Transportation Manager
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Sr. Transportation Manager
Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$85k/yr
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Transportation Manager Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Phoenix
12 jobs
Tempe
7 jobs
Tucson
1 job
Buckeye
1 job
Chandler
1 job
Glendale
1 job
Goodyear
1 job
Tolleson
1 job
Scottsdale
1 job

Transportation Manager Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Amazon6 open roles
HDR2 open roles
AECOM2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in transportation manager jobs across Arizona.

  • Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field
  • Five or more years of experience in transportation, fleet operations, or distribution management
  • Demonstrated experience managing carriers, dispatchers, or a fleet of commercial vehicles
  • Proficiency with transportation management systems such as Oracle TMS or MercuryGate
  • Familiarity with FMCSA hours-of-service regulations and DOT compliance requirements
  • Strong record of cross-functional coordination with warehouse, procurement, and customer service teams

Transportation Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a transportation manager in Arizona?

Most transportation manager roles in Arizona require a bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or business administration, combined with several years of hands-on experience in freight, fleet, or distribution operations. Arizona does not have a state-issued license specific to transportation managers, but employers strongly favor candidates who hold a Certified Transportation Professional designation or a similar credential from the American Society of Transportation and Logistics. Moving up from a dispatcher, logistics coordinator, or fleet supervisor role is the most common internal path.

How much do transportation managers make in Arizona?

Transportation managers in Arizona earn a median of about $98,750 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,780 for the lowest 10% to over $166,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire transportation managers in Arizona?

Employers hiring transportation managers in Arizona right now include Amazon, HDR, and AECOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's position as a major Southwest distribution corridor means both national retailers and regional third-party logistics providers maintain steady hiring activity throughout the year.

Which Arizona cities have the most transportation manager jobs?

Phoenix, Tempe, and Tucson account for the largest concentration of transportation manager openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its dense network of distribution centers, major freight carriers, and retail supply chain operations, while Tucson and Tempe support demand through manufacturing logistics, university procurement operations, and growing e-commerce fulfillment activity in the surrounding metro areas.

Are there remote transportation manager jobs in Arizona?

Yes, but they're rare. Transportation management is heavily tied to on-site oversight of fleets, drivers, dock operations, and carrier coordination, which limits full-remote arrangements. About 60% of transportation manager openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve network planning, vendor contract management, or regional strategy rather than day-to-day terminal or dispatch oversight.

How can I get hired as a transportation manager in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a logistics coordinator, dispatcher, or freight analyst at one of Arizona's large distribution employers and building toward a management role from within. Companies like Amazon and Walmart operate associate leadership development programs at their Phoenix-area fulfillment and distribution centers that prepare high-performing frontline employees for supervisory and management tracks. Earning a Certified Transportation Professional credential or completing a supply chain certificate through Arizona State University also signals readiness to employers looking to promote from within or hire junior candidates.

Where can I find and apply to transportation manager jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to transportation manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Arizona employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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