Top 20 Transportation manager Jobs in Akron, Oh

Logistics Brokerage Manager
Kenan Advantage Group —North Canton, OH
- 5 years
- Office
- Microsoft Office
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Customer Logistics Manager - Dedicated Transportation
Ryder System —Cuyahoga Falls, OH
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Transportation Manager
Werner Enterprises —Twinsburg, OH
- $50,076 - $66,768 a year
- Full-time
- Dedicated
- Management
- Marketing
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Transportation Project Manager
Environmental Design Group —Akron, OH
- $100,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Civil engineering
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Finance Manager - Transportation and Warehousing
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. —Akron, OH
- Online Application
- CPA
- 5 years
- Office
5d
Transportation Supervisor
Core-Mark —Solon, OH
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- No high school diploma
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Logistics Manager
Ryder System —Cleveland, OH
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Manager, Procurement Sourcing (Transportation, Packaging, Corp. Admin)
Signet Jewelers —Akron, OH
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
Logistics Brokerage Manager
KAG LOGISTICS INC —North Canton, OH
- 5 years
- Office
- Microsoft Office
11d
Transportation Business Leader
Burgess & Niple —Akron, OH
- Civil engineering
- Management
- Marketing
Logistics Supervisor
Powell —North Canton, OH
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Recruiting
- Contracts
Assistant Transportation Manager (NMT)
Medina Creative Housing and Affiliates —Medina, OH
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
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14d
Manager on Duty
Choice Aviation Service Inc —Canton, OH
- $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Leadership
Quick Apply
5d
Logistics Supervisor
LayerZero Power Systems Inc —Aurora, OH
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Local
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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2d
Manager Supply Chain AKR
Roechling Automotive —Akron, OH
- Microsoft Excel
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
Logistics Supervisor
Wolff Bros. Supply, Inc. —Medina, OH
- $56,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Senior Clinical Nurse Manager: Transport
Akron Children's Hospital —Akron, OH
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Microsoft Outlook
- RN License
Passenger Service Supervisor (CAK, Ohio)
Choice Aviation Service Inc —Canton, OH
- $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- English
- Mid-level
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Logistics Brokerage Manager

Kenan Advantage Group -
North Canton, OH

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Job Details

11 days ago

Qualifications

Road transportation operations

Full Job Description

Position Summary

KAG Logistics is seeking a high-impact Brokerage Manager to help build and scale our HQ based freight brokerage operation. This role serves as a foundational leader responsible for developing people, driving sales execution, and establishing operational discipline to support sustainable growth.

This position is a critical people leadership role and culture builder. The Manager will recruit, coach, and develop brokerage talent while ensuring day-to-day brokerage operations are executed safely, efficiently, and profitably. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-growth environment, brings strong transportation industry experience, and can translate strategic direction into consistent team execution.

Working closely with KAGL's senior leadership team, Brokerage Manager will help establish North Canton as a scalable brokerage hub by building a high-performing team, reinforcing best practices, and delivering service excellence to customers and carrier partners.

Essential Functions

Leadership, Talent & Branch Development

Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop brokerage talent to support rapid and sustainable growth of the North Canton office
Coach early-career and mid-level brokers on sales behaviors, operational execution, and professional development
Build a high-performance culture centered on accountability, learning, and continuous improvement
Support career pathing and leadership development within the brokerage team
Translate company strategy into clear expectations, workflows, and KPI standards

Sales Execution & Growth Support

Drive growth of the brokerage business unit in partnership with senior leadership
Support brokers in cradle-to-grave sales and account management functions including: customer acquisition, carrier sourcing, and account development
Reinforce best practices in prospecting, pipeline management, margin discipline, and customer retention
Ensure consistent CRM usage and activity tracking
Collaborate with Business Development and asset-based transportation teams to identify cross-functional opportunities

Operational Execution & Service

Oversee daily brokerage operations across assigned accounts, modes, and regions
Ensure loads are executed according to customer requirements, contracts, and SOPs
Monitor service performance, including on-time pickup/delivery, exception management, and service recovery
Serve as escalation point for operational issues, service failures, and customer concerns
Ensure accurate and timely TMS updates to support billing, visibility, and cash flow
Promote compliance with safety, regulatory, and company standards

Process & Performance Management

Track team performance against KPIs such as volume, margin, service levels, and productivity
Identify process improvement opportunities that enhance efficiency and scalability

Required

5-10+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations
3-5+ years of people leadership, coaching, or team management experience
Strong understanding of truckload and brokerage operations; exposure to bulk/tanker freight preferred
Working knowledge of TMS platforms and brokerage workflows
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; degree in Business, Logistics, or related field preferred
Experience in brokerage, 3PL, or asset-light logistics environments
Exposure to bulk, tanker, HAZMAT, or specialized equipment operations
Experience managing high-volume, time-sensitive freight
Financial acumen with ability to manage costs and protect margin
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Proficiency in MS Office and CRM platforms

Travel

Up to 25% initially

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change. All employees of the Company are expected to:

1.Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers.

2.Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties.

3.Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers.

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