Top 25 Freight forwarder Jobs in Tennessee

Transportation Manager
Confidential —Knoxville, TN
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- ERP systems
- Forklift
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Transportation Analyst
Meyer Utility Structures, LLC —Memphis, TN
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Office
- Databases
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Freight Forwarder, Ocean Import
DSV —Memphis, TN
- $20.50 - $24.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Mid-level
Logistics Coordinator
ISK Americas —Memphis, TN
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
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Freight Forwarder - Air Import
DSV —Nashville, TN
- $21 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Word processing
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Freight Forwarder Air Export
DSV —Nashville, TN
- $21.00 - $24.75 an hour
- Email
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Mid-level
Buyer
PMC Group —Memphis, TN
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
Analyst Inventory Planning
Orgill Inc —Collierville, TN
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
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Law Enforcement Sales Operations Coordinator
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc —Maryville, TN
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Office
Logistics Senior/Manager
Data Center Storage & Logistics —Memphis, TN
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
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Logistics Coordinator
SUNRISE MEDICAL (US) LLC —Mount Juliet, TN
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Shipping Coordinator
Quanta Manufacturing Nashville —Antioch, TN
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Business
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Director of Transportation
Williams-Sonoma Inc. —Memphis, TN
- Full-time
- SQL
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Terminal Manager
AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. —Nashville, TN
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Logistics Lead
Nextpower —Nashville, TN
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Drayage Logistics Account Lead - Customer Operations
SOAR TRANSPORTATION —Chattanooga, TN
- $45,000 - $55,000 a year
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
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Logistics Manager
XSYS Germany GmbH —Morristown, TN
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Warehouse
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Procurement & Transportation Lead
JPW Industries —La Vergne, TN
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Logistics & Warehouse Manager - On Site - Morristown, TN
XSYS Flexo US, LLC —Morristown, TN
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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3d
Director of Transportation
Williams-Sonoma-Supply Chain —Memphis, TN
- Seasonal
- Oracle
- SQL
- Presentation skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Transportation Manager

Confidential
Knoxville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $80,000 a year

Qualifications

Practicing in a sourcing or procurement role
Leading supply chain efficiency improvement projects
Receiving operations supervision
Strategic management
Inventory demand forecasting
Managing logistics operations teams
Warehouse management experience
ERP systems
Warehouse management system
Fleet management
Dispatching
Managing supply chain management teams
Supervising experience
Transportation management
Supply chain management solutions (enterprise solutions)
Supply chain analytics
Transportation cost analysis for distribution operations
Shipping and receiving inventory management
Profit & Loss statement
Operational excellence initiatives
Managing teams as a warehouse supervisor
Operations demand planning
Process improvement planning
Lean management
Supply chain optimization
Managing business operations budgets
Profit and loss analysis
Process management
Organizational budget management

Full Job Description

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Transportation Manager to lead our transportation operations and drive efficiency across our supply chain network. In this vital role, you will oversee all aspects of transportation planning, freight management, and logistics coordination to ensure timely delivery, cost-effective operations, and seamless integration with warehouse and distribution functions. Your leadership will be instrumental in optimizing transportation processes, managing third-party logistics providers, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives that elevate overall supply chain performance. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for process enhancement and operational excellence, this is the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive transportation strategies aligned with company goals, focusing on freight optimization, fleet management, and cost control.
Oversee transportation management systems (TMS) to monitor shipments, analyze data, and improve routing efficiency.
Manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier), freight forwarders, and carriers to ensure service quality and compliance.
Coordinate transportation planning with demand forecasting, production schedules, and inventory management to support smooth warehouse distribution and order fulfillment.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
Supervise warehouse operations related to shipping & receiving, dispatching, and inventory control to ensure seamless logistics flow.
Prepare budgets, monitor profit & loss statements, and analyze supply chain analytics to optimize costs while maintaining high service levels.

Requirements

A Minimum of 5 years of management experience in transportation.
Proven experience in transportation management systems (TMS), ERP systems such as AS400 or equivalent platforms, and supply chain management software.
Strong background in logistics operations including freight management, warehouse supervision, procurement, and inventory control.
Demonstrated success in process improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies or other continuous improvement tools.
Supervisory experience overseeing teams involved in shipping & receiving, dispatching, or warehouse distribution functions.
Knowledge of fleet management, materials management, demand planning, production planning, and procurement processes.
Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), warehouse experience including forklift operation certification preferred.
Excellent analytical skills with expertise in supply chain analytics to inform decision-making and optimize operational performance. Join us as we innovate our transportation strategies to deliver excellence across every link of our supply chain!

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Experience:

Transportation management: 5 years (Required)
Managing a P&L: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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freight forwarder jobs in tennessee

Transportation Manager

Transportation Analyst

Freight Forwarder, Ocean Import

Logistics Coordinator

Freight Forwarder - Air Import

Freight Forwarder Air Export

Buyer

Analyst Inventory Planning

Law Enforcement Sales Operations Coordinator

Logistics Senior/Manager

Logistics Coordinator

Shipping Coordinator

Director of Transportation

Terminal Manager

Logistics Lead

Drayage Logistics Account Lead - Customer Operations

Logistics Manager

Procurement & Transportation Lead

Logistics & Warehouse Manager - On Site - Morristown, TN

Director of Transportation

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