494 Transportation jobs in Georgia

The Transportation Manager is responsible for day to day Transportation operations, which include

maintaining driver relations and all customer service functions needed to ensure customer

satisfaction. The operational functions include revenue generation (headhaul / backhaul), safety, equipment maintenance monitoring, and driver payroll. This must be accomplished in conjunction with meeting the key performance indicators (KPI’s) established by the Dedicated Logistics Manager, Operations Manager and our Customer.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain driver relationships through understanding and meeting driver needs. These needs include, but are not limited to home time, payroll, utility, equipment breakdowns, logging violations, equipment issues, etc. This is done using our operating systems, customer operating systems, driver telematics communications, face to face communication and phone/text communication.
• Partner with the Dedicated and Associate Logistics Managers to optimize driver loads based on origin, destination, type of freight, number of miles, stops, directions, etc. with driver needs and availability.
• Understand and adhere to our customer’s dynamics service expectations, goals, and initiatives as they relate to improving value for the Customer and Werner.
• Interface with various departments such as billing, vans, customer service, risk, safety, payroll, fuel, maintenance, and external vendors.
• Work closely with the Dedicated Logistics Manager and/or the Operations Manager to fill and maintain a full board of drivers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Dedicated Logistics Manager.
• Timely and regular attendance according to the scheduled shift as determined by supervisory personnel.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree (Business Admin, Marketing or Transportation/Logistics) and/or two to three years of fleet management or transportation experience in the truckload industry preferred.

• Six months to one year of supervisory experience preferred.

• Strong organizational skills, proven management ability, and skill in operating a computer terminal and satellite communications system required.

We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.

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The Transportation Specialist at Fresh Alliance plays a key role in coordinating freight operations, managing carrier relationships, and supporting transportation sales goals. Reporting to the Transportation and Logistics Manager, this position ensures accurate and timely shipment execution through close collaboration with transportation providers, vendors, and internal teams. Responsibilities include overseeing daily Transportation Management System (TMS) processes, maintaining the approved carrier portfolio, tracking and tracing loads, and driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. The Transportation Specialist also contributes to quality control efforts, including claims handling and compliance monitoring, while actively supporting sales initiatives to grow the distributor member network.

We value the impact and connection that comes from regular in-person collaboration. This candidate will work from our Suwanee, GA or Salinas, CA office with anticipated travel up to 2-3 times per year. This salary range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000. We are unable to offer work sponsorship for this role.

Fresh Alliance, a Buyers Edge Platform brand, provides procurement services to distributors and foodservice operators with over 50+ years of experience in the fresh category. They procure products directly from 100+ premium grower/shippers and fresh processors, to deliver the best in quality and price. With a commitment to freshness, streamlined logistics, and k-12 services, Fresh Alliance redefines the industry standard, delivering a comprehensive solution and leverages high performance contracts supported by a wide variety of clients. Fresh Alliance is an integral part of the Fresh Division as it directly works with both Fresh Concepts and Produce Alliance providing a direct sourcing and contracting resources to their end user customers.

Your impact:

• Coordination with Transportation Providers
• Collaborate with transportation providers to ensure timely and accurate movement of shipments.
• Review purchase orders to guarantee order accuracy.
• Verify pickup and delivery information for all shipments.
• Track and trace loads to provide real-time updates.
• Management of Transportation Management System (TMS):
• Oversee and manage daily TMS Processes.
• Maintain and manage a portfolio of carriers within the PA approved program.
• Communication:
• Engage in continual, tactical communication with external customers (Carriers, Vendors/Suppliers) and internal customers (Channel Representatives).
• Ensure effective communication channels to address any transportation-related inquiries or issues.
• Process Development:
• Assist in the development of internal processes aimed at increasing productivity and operational efficiencies.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to streamline transportation-related workflows.
• Support for Transport Quality Activities:
• Support various Transport Quality activities, including handling claims, monitoring EDI performance, and ensuring compliance with established standards.
• Sales Goal Achievement:
• Contribute to achieving quarterly sales goals by actively selling freight services to distributor members.
• Collaborate with the sales team to identify and capitalize on opportunities for expanding the customer base.

About you:

• A completed bachelor's degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience
• 2+ years' work experience in logistics/transportation industry
• Entry level knowledge of MS Excel based tools; familiarity with Excel spreadsheets and ability to navigate and interpret data
• Experience in manufacturing, transportation, customer service, and/or distribution environments
• Data management & data quality control experience with experience pulling and analyzing large sets of data
• Demonstrated experience using data to drive root cause elimination and process improvement.

Not sure you meet every qualification? Studies show that diverse applicants often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Buyers Edge Platform, we value authenticity and inclusionif you're excited about the role, we encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we're looking for!

What's in this for you:

• Great benefits from day one. We offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, company-paid life insurance, and moreplus a 401(k) with company match.
• Grow with us. Enjoy strong training, development, and competitive pay.
• Work-life balance. Our flexible PTO policy lets you take time when you need itno accrual required.

We welcome all.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Who Are We?

UniUni is a Canadian last-mile e-commerce logistics that is one of the fastest growing companies in Canada. As a platform that seamlessly integrates advanced technology with efficient delivery solutions, UniUni enables businesses to provide a superior online shopping experience, ensuring unparalleled efficiency and customer satisfaction. Catering to a diverse range of clients—from emerging e-commerce platforms to established online retailers and brands—UniUni offers exceptional service across North America. Recognized as the fourth fastest-growing company in Canada, UniUni continues to set industry standards, offering a robust, customer-centric approach to e-commerce logistics.

What Do We Offer?

At UniUni, we offer exciting opportunities to our employees to achieve their career goals. We believe all roles should develop your skills, broaden your experience, and help you build a rewarding career. If you are ready to join UniUni’s dynamic team, while working hard and having fun doing it, we invite you to apply online and let us know how you can be part of our success story.

Position Overview:

The Transportation Specialist is a crucial member of the Transportation Network Design team, tasked with ensuring the seamless execution of transportation strategies and optimizing local operations. This role acts as the bridge between high-level network design and the day-to-day operational realities, focusing on tracking local transportation expenses, managing driver route assignments, and aligning local operations with broader network goals. The specialist will be responsible for driving cost savings, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring continuous improvements in local transportation processes.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

1. Effective Local Transportation Spend Tracking:

• Monitor Local Transportation Spend: Track transportation costs at a granular level, including fuel, tolls, driver wages, carrier costs, and maintenance expenses.
• Cost Control & Accountability: Collaborate with the Transportation Network Design team to align local transportation expenses with broader cost-saving initiatives and optimization strategies.

• Maintain Samsara Routes: Ensure accurate, real-time GPS tracking and route optimization by updating route data in the Samsara fleet management tool.
• Route Optimization: Adjust routes based on local conditions (traffic, road closures) to minimize delays, reduce fuel consumption, and enhance on-time delivery performance.

• Bridging Local and Network Strategies: Ensure local operations align with network-wide transportation strategies and overall transportation objectives.
• Local Feedback Loop: Provide regular feedback on local challenges, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities to the Transportation Network Design team.

• Site-Specific Adjustments: Modify routes and plans to address site-specific transportation needs (e.g., local regulations, delivery types, varying volumes).
• Resource Allocation: Ensure efficient use of transportation resources to optimize fleet capacity and improve service levels.

• Adapt to Operational Changes: Respond to unforeseen operational issues (e.g., weather disruptions, driver schedule changes) by adjusting routes accordingly.
• Driver Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers, resolving issues related to routes, schedules, and GPS navigation.

• Data Reporting & Analysis: Collect and analyze data on transportation operations, including spend, route performance, driver efficiency, and vehicle utilization.
• KPI Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (e.g., fuel consumption, delivery times, maintenance needs) and provide actionable insights to improve efficiency.

• Standardized Route Management: Ensure consistency in route management and spend tracking across multiple sites to maintain operational continuity.
• Scalability & Replication: Facilitate the replication of best practices across sites as the business expands to new locations.

• Operational Continuity: Ensure smooth day-to-day routing and transportation management to support broader organizational goals.
• Proactive Issue Identification: Identify inefficiencies or potential issues (e.g., late deliveries, high fuel consumption) and resolve them before escalation.

• Collaboration with Fleet, Safety, and Operations: Work closely with fleet management, safety, and operations teams to ensure adherence to safety policies and operational standards.
• Information Sharing: Share up-to-date local transportation data with the Transportation Network Design team to support decision-making.

• Safety Protocols on Routes: Ensure routes comply with safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., weight limits, road restrictions).
• Compliance Reporting: Ensure local transportation activities adhere to internal policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.

• Process Improvement: Identify and implement local process improvements, such as more efficient route planning or fuel savings.
• Technology Integration: Drive the adoption of new fleet management technologies to enhance route optimization and reporting.

Requirements:

• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet management, with a focus on local transportation operations and route optimization.
• Analytical Skills: Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with experience in monitoring transportation KPIs and cost metrics.
• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues in real-time, minimizing disruptions to transportation operations.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multiple departments and provide clear updates to stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail in tracking transportation spend, managing routes, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Samsara or similar fleet management tools.
• Proficiency in GPS tracking systems and transportation management software.
• Knowledge of local transportation regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to manage operations across multiple sites or locations.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks

Pay range: $70,000 - $85,000

syncreon by DP World delivers tailored, scalable and progressive solutions to customers in more than 100 global locations. The company has managed supply chain synergies for global automotive and technology premier brands for more than 60 years.

This is a fully onsite role at our Fairburn Location.

We are looking for an experienced Transportation Supervisor, based in Fairburn, GA, to plan, direct and coordinate the operations at the facility. You will be responsible for improving performance, productivity, and efficiency through the implementation of effective methods and strategies. It's an exciting time to join the syncreon team! 1st shift Weekends

About the Role

How you will contribute

• Coordinate and control the order cycle and associated information systems.
• Monitor the quality, quantity, cost and efficiency of the movement and storage of goods.
• Assign approved service provider for transportation based on the approved carrier matrix, mode, service level, and cost efficiency to meet the customer's expectations.
• Ensure that all transport fleet vehicles are properly maintained.
• Proactively works with operations to identify shipments at risk of not meeting secure dates based on mode, service level, miles, equipment type.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field.
• Experience performing professional level operational and plant management duties; preferably in automotive or logistics industry.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures used in material planning and logistics operations and practices.
• Knowledge of various means of transport / transit times.

The Transportation Supervisor provides direct supervision for a group of assigned Drivers.

BENEFITS:

• Day 1 Benefits available: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Get paid early. Get paid fast.
• 401(k) with annual company match.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave accrual, college tuition reimbursement, and more!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Achieve safe, timely, and accurate deliveries to customers via a thorough working knowledge of multi-stop routing systems and dispatch procedures.
• Review driver logs, hours of service, and other DOT requirements to ensure compliance with all state, local and federal regulations.
• Coordinate activities with other distribution center departments to ensure that accurate and timely deliveries occur.
• This position has additional duties. Special projects may be assigned at the position supervisor's discretion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Have at least 1 year of transportation management experience in the food distribution industry.
• Be knowledgeable about DOT regulations.
• AS/400 experience is preferred.
• Truck routing software experience preferred.
• Be able to work a varied and flexible schedule.
• Have basic competency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, Word).

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides support to the transportation manager/director in supervising the activities related to delivery and backhauls. This includes, training and supervising transportation department associates, compliance with government regulations and promoting safety and security of the transportation department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the daily work and safety of transportation associates, including adherence to standard operating procedures, Food Safety Standards and preferred work methods, adherence to planned routes, and providing safe and efficient customer service.

• Ensures transportation associates' comply with local, state and federal regulatory agencies (i.e. DOT, OSHA, etc.) and ensures that electronic logs are kept current and accurate.

• Oversees labor hours and consumable supplies within budget.

• Prepares work schedules including extra work days and shifts as needed.

• Assists with the training of new associates, including cross-training of existing associates.

• Direct the proper selection and utilization of company assets in support of the delivery department.

• Coordinates required repairs with proper departments as necessary.

• Reviews delivery functions and productivity reporting; suggests efficiency ideas, cost reduction measures and assists with implementation of delivery changes.

• Interprets, trains and consistently enforces company policies, protocols and procedures including but not limited to food safety, DOT, record keeping, etc.

• Communicates with warehouse and customer service teams to collaboratively resolve any customer or delivery opportunities or issues.

• Visits customer locations and meets with customers to address issues and assess delivery difficulty.

• Maintains positive associate relations through regular department or pre-shift meetings;

• Keeps open communication channels with associates by answering questions and explaining policies and procedures.

• Monitors associate morale, along with submitting and responding to ideas to improve associate engagement and enablement.

• Works with safety manager to aid in training, conducting associate observations, up-dating preferred work methods, conducting accident investigations to determine root causes and routine safety inspections.

• Makes recommendations for corrective action and/or behavior modification where required.

• Performs management functions of staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews and/or terminations.

• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works outside of the normal schedule as required to meet workload demands.

• Performs the duties of associates supervised and other related duties as needed (and as qualified).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent degree; or equivalent combination of education and related experience.

• 2 or 4-year college degree in business management, supply chain management or similar major preferred.

Experience

• 2-4 years of transportation experience and/or training.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Class A Commercial Driver's License is preferred but not required.

• Certificate of DOT regulations training is preferred.

Professional Skills

• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, DOT rules and regulations; preferred work methods and standard operating procedures (SOP); spreadsheet software and word processing software.

• Skilled in making independent decisions in support of company policies and procedures on time.

• Ability to successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings.

• Solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.

• Work in a disciplined manner and capable of following established procedures, practices and comply with local, state and federal regulations.

• Manage the pressures and stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere and customer service issues.

• Learn SYGMA technology software and programs.

• Read, comprehend, write and speak English.

• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Can read, analyze and interpret, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Physical Demand

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the

essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to sit, talk and hear.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; bend; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and climb or balance.

• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, push/pull up to 350 pounds using a 2 wheeled hand cart.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those associate encounters while performing the

essential functions of the job.

• Occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts and may be required to work in confined spaces.

• Works non-traditional business hours including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and on-call.

• May occasionally be required to travel to other distribution centers or the corporate office as business needs dictate (e.g. training, meetings).

• Periodically exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTICE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the environment and level of work being performed by this job. This job description in no way states or implies that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only tasks to be performed by the associate in this job. The associate will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and is subject to changes of business necessity.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.