Transportation Manager Jobs in North Carolina
Transportation Manager jobs in North Carolina are open across Charlotte, Apex, and Cornelius and other North Carolina metros, with employers like Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Alvarez & Marsal, and Amazon hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position responsibilities:
- The Assistant Transportation Manager leads Supervisors, Drivers, Common Carriers, and overall Transportation Operations ensuring that finished goods are delivered to the company’s Distribution Centers.
- The Assistant Transportation Manager staffs, trains, evaluates, and develops team members by developing and leading improvement activities and engagement as well as monitors employee productivity and timekeeping.
- This role will ensure adherence to delivery standards and regulatory requirements while managing drivers’ delivery schedules and hours worked.
- The Assistant Transportation Manager develops and manages the transportation budget by reviewing and approving transportation invoices.
- You will also work directly with manufacturing plants and distribution centers to manage carrier relationships and conduct carrier meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 5 plus years of related experience and 2 plus years of management experience or High School Diploma with 8 plus years of specific experience and 4 plus years of management experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Master’s Degree.
Position responsibilities:
- The Assistant Transportation Manager leads Supervisors, Drivers, Common Carriers, and overall Transportation Operations ensuring that finished goods are delivered to the company’s Distribution Centers.
- The Assistant Transportation Manager staffs, trains, evaluates, and develops team members by developing and leading improvement activities and engagement as well as monitors employee productivity and timekeeping.
- This role will ensure adherence to delivery standards and regulatory requirements while managing drivers’ delivery schedules and hours worked.
- The Assistant Transportation Manager develops and manages the transportation budget by reviewing and approving transportation invoices.
- You will also work directly with manufacturing plants and distribution centers to manage carrier relationships and conduct carrier meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 5 plus years of related experience and 2 plus years of management experience or High School Diploma with 8 plus years of specific experience and 4 plus years of management experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Master’s Degree.
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Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Transportation Manager Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson3
- Alvarez & Marsal1
- Amazon1
- Grant Thornton1
- H W Lochner1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services8
- Accounting & Auditing1
- Banking & Financial Services1
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
- Construction & Real Estate1
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transportation manager jobs across North Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field
- 3 to 5 years of experience managing transportation or fleet operations
- Familiarity with transportation management systems such as Oracle TMS or SAP TM
- Working knowledge of DOT regulations, hours-of-service rules, and CSA compliance
- Experience managing carrier relationships and negotiating freight contracts
- Proficiency in analyzing KPIs such as on-time delivery rates and cost per mile
Transportation Manager Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many transportation manager jobs are there in North Carolina?
There are 17+ transportation manager openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Charlotte, Apex, and Cornelius. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.
How much do transportation managers make in North Carolina?
Transportation managers in North Carolina earn a median of about $106,100 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,090 for the lowest 10% to over $191,650 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which North Carolina cities have the most transportation manager jobs?
Charlotte, Apex, and Cornelius have the most transportation manager openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire transportation managers in North Carolina?
Employers hiring transportation managers in North Carolina include Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Alvarez & Marsal, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote transportation manager jobs in North Carolina?
Yes. About 12% of transportation manager openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.
How do I apply for transportation manager jobs in North Carolina?
You can apply to transportation manager jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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