Transportation Supervisor

FPC of Savannah; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A logistics and transportation firm in Nashville seeks a Transportation Supervisor to manage transportation operations and logistics. The role involves building relationships with teams and partners, overseeing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Logistics and over 4 years of relevant experience. Proficiency with TMS and ERP tools along with strong communication and negotiation skills are essential. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive benefits including medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in transportation, freight execution, or logistics operations.
• Strong proficiency with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and ERP tools.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with internal teams and logistics partners.
• Prioritize and coordinate transportation needs across all customers.
• Support carrier negotiations to improve service and optimize rates.
• Track and manage transportation budgets against organizational goals.
• Oversee third-party logistics providers ensuring successful shipment execution.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Leadership capabilities

Data interpretation

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

ERP tools

Job description

Transportation Supervisor

Full-Time | On-Site

Location: On-site role with time split between office and warehouse settings. Occasional travel may be required.

Base Pay Range

$70,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

What You’ll Do

• Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external logistics partners, including carriers, warehouse operations, sales, and sourcing.
• Prioritize and coordinate transportation needs across all customers to ensure efficient, cost-effective delivery.
• Support carrier negotiations to improve service, optimize rates, and enhance overall performance.
• Track and manage transportation budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Oversee third-party logistics providers and ensure successful execution of LTL shipments.
• Monitor critical KPIs such as on-time performance, cost trends, and carrier scorecards to drive continuous improvement.
• Assist with network changes, including facility start-ups, production adjustments, and customer transitions.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and relevant international shipping standards (IATA, IMDG).
• Use TMS platforms and reporting tools to improve visibility, streamline operations, and inform decision-making.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in transportation, freight execution, or logistics operations.
• Strong proficiency with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and ERP tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership capabilities.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into action.
• Project management experience and cross-functional collaboration skills preferred.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Job Function

Supply Chain

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)