Transportation Manager
Transportation, Storage & Distribution Managers
SOC 11-3071
How Much Does a Transportation Manager Make?
The national median salary for a Transportation Manager is $105,580 per year ($50.76/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).
That's 61% above the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.
How to Become a Transportation Manager
CLTD, CSCP certifications valued
Transportation Manager Job Outlook
Faster than avg — the BLS projects 4% growth from 2024 to 2034.
That's faster than the average across all occupations (4%).
About 12,600 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.
Supply chain complexity; e-commerce fulfillment
What It's Like to Work as a Transportation Manager
This is primarily desk-based or low-physical-effort work.
Some employers offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
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