FREIGHT MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Apr 03, 2025 – The Freight Manager possesses expertise in logistics and supply chain management, with a strong background in leading high-volume operations and cross-functional teams in the automotive industry. This role requires advanced proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office, and data analysis, with in-depth knowledge of corporate logistics procedures and U.S. Customs regulations. The manager also delivers effective project oversight through strong organizational, communication, and training skills, ensuring optimal performance in dynamic environments.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Freight Manager Resume
- Airfreight Operations
- Freight Management
- Logistics Management
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Risk Management
- Market Analysis
- Budget Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Stakeholder Communication
- Customer Service
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Escalation Management
- Strategic Planning
- Mentoring and Training
- Communication Skills
- Continuous Improvement
Summary of Freight Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Logistics and Transportation with 4 years of Experience
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal DOT regulations and freight issues
- Understanding of the complexity of dispatching loads
- Familiarity with all ADS products
- State and Federal DOT compliance training
- Previous CDL holder and OTR experience
- Previous customer service experience
- Knowledge of logistics, budgeting, and cost control
- Experience with fleet management and route optimization
- Effective written and oral communication skills with organization and multi-tasking skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
2. BA in Supply Chain Management with 2 years of Experience
- Experience in retail sales, warehouse environment, and supervision
- Safety mindset with high attention to detail
- Able to work outside in variable temperatures and weather conditions
- Can manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Motivates others through their positive attitude to always be improving
- Demonstrates the drive and commitment needed to reach goals
- Working knowledge of LBM products
- Knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance standards
- A self-starter and team-oriented individual possessing a strong work ethic
- Proficient in freight management software and tools (e.g., TMS, WMS)
- Ability to coordinate logistics and monitor shipping schedules to ensure timely deliveries
3. BA in International Business with 7 years of Experience
- Experience with leading logistics and/or supply chain-related projects
- Experience managing/directing others in addition to delegating/tracking independent work assignments and training programs
- Expert-level knowledge of corporate logistics procedures/processes
- Working knowledge of SAP
- Experience working in the Automotive industry
- Knowledge of US Customs regulations
- Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
- Superior problem-solving and analytical skills with a high attention to detail
- Proven ability to analyze and interpret data and supply chain-related processes
- Proven ability to lead and direct the work of others in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Proven ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel and management
- Solid organization and time/project management skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills (German and/or Spanish language skills)