Transportation Manager Jobs in Georgia
Transportation Manager jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, concentrated in freight and logistics, manufacturing distribution, and retail supply chain operations, with openings at every level from first-time supervisors through senior directors of transportation. The heaviest hiring is in and around Atlanta, Savannah, and Columbus, where companies like Home Depot, Norfolk Southern, and Mohawk Industries maintain large operations that depend on active transportation leadership. Fleet coordination, intermodal logistics, and carrier contract management are the most consistently sought specializations across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Align supply chain logistics solutions with the company’s financial, order fulfillment, customer requirement, and sales strategies. Develop and maintain transportation management systems, processes, procedures, and networks to ensure the lowest possible cost while maintaining a high level of customer service and KPI adherence.
Essential Functions
Manage the coordination and execution of all transportation activities across the organization- Review transportation contracts and rate sheets; perform rate analysis/benchmarking for carrier RFQs as needed
- Manage the deployment, implementation, integration, and maintenance of our Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to promote supply chain optimization
- Serve as a liaison with transportation partners, promoting healthy and effective supplier relationships
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive viable solutions that generate cost savings and service level
- Promote supply chain network optimization, focusing on low cost, high service distribution methods
- Lead team that coordinates transportation providers and supply chain planning, sales, procurement, and customer service teams to ensure all internal and external customer needs are met
- Manage the processes and procedures for daily load tracking, daily/weekly reporting, and regular troubleshooting
- Develop and maintain carrier and team performance metrics including standardized carrier and planner scorecards
- Ensure all company and customer KPIs are met or exceeded; report on progress and develop action plans for improvement
- Lead carrier business reviews to address performance issues; develop action plans for improvement and provide follow-up
- Enhance current processes and procedures, creating and maintaining SOPs with a strong focus on best practice and continuous improvement
- Ensure adequate carrier capacity at all plants to meet customer orders and protect against market volatility
- Address all reported claims related to damaged goods by carriers and ensure company interests are represented when resolving claims
- Ensure carriers comply with all DOT carrier regulations
- Serve as backup for Director of Transportation and transportation analysts, planners, and coordinators
- Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, business or relevant field preferred- 5 years of supply chain logistics and transportation experience
- 5 years of proven work experience as a team manager or supervisor
- 3-5 years of experience managing Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
- Highly analytical; superior data mining skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong leadership and team-building skills with an intense desire to drive positive change and deliver results
- Ability to think critically and solve problems, as well as seek proactive solutions
- Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within an organization and collaborate with internal and external partners to determine requirements and eliminate barriers that may affect the delivery of product
Our employees contribute to our future, and we contribute to theirs. Some of our benefits include:
- Paid Time Off
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401k Company match
- Life insurance
- Short term and long term disability
- 7 paid annual holidays
- Employee referral program
Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity
Brill is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with all federal, state, and local equal employment and non-discrimination laws. It is Company policy to provide equal employment opportunity and to prohibit discrimination regardless of sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and childbirth), age, race, national origin, color, disability, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, and related conditions, or any other attribute protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
This Policy applies to all employment actions, including hiring, training, promotions, transfers, rates of pay, termination, and layoff. Please contact your Supervisor or Human Resources Manager if you feel you have been discriminated against or harassed in any way, or if you have any questions about this policy. If you feel you are unable to speak with your Supervisor or Human Resources Manager, you may also contact SafeCall (discussed later) to express your concerns. Any calls to SafeCall will be treated as confidentially as possible without impeding the investigation process
Align supply chain logistics solutions with the company’s financial, order fulfillment, customer requirement, and sales strategies. Develop and maintain transportation management systems, processes, procedures, and networks to ensure the lowest possible cost while maintaining a high level of customer service and KPI adherence.
Essential Functions
Manage the coordination and execution of all transportation activities across the organization- Review transportation contracts and rate sheets; perform rate analysis/benchmarking for carrier RFQs as needed
- Manage the deployment, implementation, integration, and maintenance of our Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to promote supply chain optimization
- Serve as a liaison with transportation partners, promoting healthy and effective supplier relationships
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive viable solutions that generate cost savings and service level
- Promote supply chain network optimization, focusing on low cost, high service distribution methods
- Lead team that coordinates transportation providers and supply chain planning, sales, procurement, and customer service teams to ensure all internal and external customer needs are met
- Manage the processes and procedures for daily load tracking, daily/weekly reporting, and regular troubleshooting
- Develop and maintain carrier and team performance metrics including standardized carrier and planner scorecards
- Ensure all company and customer KPIs are met or exceeded; report on progress and develop action plans for improvement
- Lead carrier business reviews to address performance issues; develop action plans for improvement and provide follow-up
- Enhance current processes and procedures, creating and maintaining SOPs with a strong focus on best practice and continuous improvement
- Ensure adequate carrier capacity at all plants to meet customer orders and protect against market volatility
- Address all reported claims related to damaged goods by carriers and ensure company interests are represented when resolving claims
- Ensure carriers comply with all DOT carrier regulations
- Serve as backup for Director of Transportation and transportation analysts, planners, and coordinators
- Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, business or relevant field preferred- 5 years of supply chain logistics and transportation experience
- 5 years of proven work experience as a team manager or supervisor
- 3-5 years of experience managing Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
- Highly analytical; superior data mining skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong leadership and team-building skills with an intense desire to drive positive change and deliver results
- Ability to think critically and solve problems, as well as seek proactive solutions
- Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within an organization and collaborate with internal and external partners to determine requirements and eliminate barriers that may affect the delivery of product
Our employees contribute to our future, and we contribute to theirs. Some of our benefits include:
- Paid Time Off
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401k Company match
- Life insurance
- Short term and long term disability
- 7 paid annual holidays
- Employee referral program
Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity
Brill is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with all federal, state, and local equal employment and non-discrimination laws. It is Company policy to provide equal employment opportunity and to prohibit discrimination regardless of sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and childbirth), age, race, national origin, color, disability, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, and related conditions, or any other attribute protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
This Policy applies to all employment actions, including hiring, training, promotions, transfers, rates of pay, termination, and layoff. Please contact your Supervisor or Human Resources Manager if you feel you have been discriminated against or harassed in any way, or if you have any questions about this policy. If you feel you are unable to speak with your Supervisor or Human Resources Manager, you may also contact SafeCall (discussed later) to express your concerns. Any calls to SafeCall will be treated as confidentially as possible without impeding the investigation process
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Transportation Manager Job Market in Georgia
A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transportation manager jobs across Georgia.
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related business field
- Demonstrated experience managing carrier relationships, freight contracts, and routing operations
- Proficiency with transportation management systems such as Oracle TMS, SAP, or MercuryGate
- Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and DOT compliance requirements
- Proven ability to lead dispatcher, driver, or logistics coordinator teams in a warehouse or distribution setting
- Experience with Georgia-based intermodal or port logistics, particularly through the Port of Savannah corridor
Transportation Manager Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a transportation manager in Georgia?
Most transportation managers in Georgia move into the role through a combination of a bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or business administration and several years of hands-on experience in dispatching, freight coordination, or warehouse operations. Georgia does not require a state-issued license specific to transportation management, but candidates who hold a Commercial Driver's License or DOT compliance certifications stand out. Large Georgia employers in distribution and manufacturing typically promote from operations coordinator or logistics analyst roles.
How much do transportation managers make in Georgia?
Transportation managers in Georgia earn a median of about $123,330 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,920 for the lowest 10% to over $207,890 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire transportation managers in Georgia?
Employers hiring transportation managers in Georgia right now include Jacobs, Ryder System, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Georgia's concentration of major distribution centers, automotive suppliers, and port-linked freight companies means that demand for transportation managers stays active throughout the year across both the Atlanta metro and the Savannah logistics corridor.
Which Georgia cities have the most transportation manager jobs?
Atlanta, Duluth, and McDonough have the most transportation manager openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of its role as a regional logistics hub with major intermodal yards and corporate headquarters for retail and manufacturing firms, while Savannah's growth ties directly to the Port of Savannah, one of the busiest container ports on the East Coast, which drives consistent freight management hiring across the surrounding counties.
Are there remote transportation manager jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. Transportation management is fundamentally an on-site, operational role involving carrier oversight, dock coordination, and team supervision, so most Georgia openings require a physical presence. About 80% of transportation manager openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be in network planning, freight analytics, or third-party logistics account management rather than day-to-day operations leadership.
How can I get hired as a transportation manager in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a logistics coordinator, dispatcher, or transportation analyst at one of Georgia's large distribution or manufacturing employers and building toward a management role from within. Companies with major Georgia footprints in sectors like e-commerce fulfillment, automotive parts, and food distribution regularly hire entry-level operations associates and promote internally. Earning a Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution credential through APICS gives candidates without management experience a concrete differentiator when applying to Georgia operations teams.
Where can I find and apply to transportation manager jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to transportation manager jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to see roles in Atlanta, Savannah, and other Georgia markets, find a role that fits your experience and specialization, and apply directly.
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