321 Transportation jobs in Powder Springs

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.

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.

Job Description

Attorney - Transportation Practice

Location: Atlanta, GA

Firm: Our Client, a Full-Service AmLaw 100 Firm

Position Overview: Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled attorney to join its esteemed Transportation Practice in Atlanta. The ideal candidate will possess admission to practice in Georgia and have 2 to 7 years of experience in insurance defense, particularly in matters involving heavy trucking/tractor-trailer, cargo, and freight carriers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in the trucking industry, including freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups.
• Handle a broad variety of issues such as negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, ECM data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction.
• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Draft and argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions.

Qualifications:

• Admitted to practice law in Georgia.
• 2 to 7 years of experience in insurance defense related to heavy trucking and freight carriers.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401k with employer contribution.
• Bonus opportunities for exceeding monthly billable hours requirements

About Our Client: The attorneys in our client’s Transportation Practice possess extensive experience in defending the trucking industry, with a strong track record of excellent case results. The firm is committed to providing high-quality legal services and achieving favorable outcomes for their clients through diligent and strategic representation.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team within a prestigious firm, providing exceptional legal services to a diverse clientele in the transportation sector.

Job Description

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.
2. Real-Time Updates for Samsara Route Management:
• 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.
3. Ensure Alignment Between Local and Network-Level Goals:
• 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.
4. Local-Level Optimization:
• 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.
5. Real-Time Problem Solving & Route Management:
• 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.
6. Data-Driven Performance Insights:
• 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.
7. Consistency Across Sites:
• 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.
8. Supporting Operational Efficiency:
• 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.
9. Facilitate Cross-Department Collaboration:
• 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.
10. Compliance and Safety Adherence:
• 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.
11. Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
• 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

Job Description

Join a leading transportation and transit planning company and advance your career! Foursquare Integrated Transportation Planning, Inc. (Foursquare ITP) is looking for a qualified, motivated, passionate, and diverse candidate. This position is scalable, from Junior Transportation Planner to Transportation Planner IV/Task Lead, depending on experience. This position provides the opportunity to contribute to a wide variety of transportation planning projects across the United States, including impactful efforts locally in the Atlanta region, and learn from some of the best and brightest in the industry. 

Foursquare ITP’s transportation planning work is focused on the following areas: 

• Transit service planning
• Transit operations and facilities planning
• Microtransit and new mobility
• Regional and statewide planning
• BRT, bus priority, and corridor planning 
• Transportation demand management 
• Micromobility and active transportation 
• Strategic and financial planning 

• Participating in a variety of project types as well as projects with different project managers.  
• Developing and applying a variety of methods for analysis. 
• Conducting Geographic Information System (GIS) based analysis and developing maps for conveying complex information. 
• Conducting primary and secondary research on a variety of topics.  
• Writing to convey technical elements in reports.  
• Visualizing and communicating complex information. 
• Contributing to team discussions.  
• Participating in public and stakeholder outreach.  

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.  
• Proven writing, research, and analysis capabilities.   
• Experience with ArcGIS.  
• Other desired, but not required, skills include:  
  • Experience with graphic design programs such as InDesign, Illustrator, SketchUp, Rhino.
  • Coding in R, Python, or SQL. 
  • Tableau or Power BI.  

Powered by JazzHR

Qf2jo9JWFs

They will be responsible for analyzing inventory assortments and distribution center (DC) layouts, and for developing models to ensure that product placement within the building is optimized for both density and efficiency. This role will involve close collaboration with the Facilities, Network Strategy, and Design Build teams to ensure that new and existing facilities are aligned to our standards and logic and are densified wherever applicable. They will also be responsible for creating reports and dashboards that guide execution across key projects and initiatives.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to com. To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: .

3-5 years of slotting/ profiling, Exceptional SQL query knowledge