Transportation Manager Cover Letter: 6 Templates

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The primary job responsibility of a transportation manager is to direct, coordinate, plan and oversee operations and tasks within a corporation regarding transportation activities.

When you are thinking about applying for such a position, make sure your letter mentions where you came to know about the job vacancy, what are your skills and academic qualifications and whether you have any sort of previous experience working in this role. You can also look at this useful sample letter of mine if you want.

Template: 1

Transportation Manager Cover Letter

[Mention the date]

To,

[Mention the name of the Hiring manager]

[Mention the name of the company]

[Mention the address of the company]

Dear [Mr. /Mrs. /Ms.] [Mention the name of the manager]

This letter concerns your job requirement for the position of transportation manager at your esteemed company (mention the name of the company or organization) which is at (mention the location of the company or organization).

I got the information about the job vacancy from the advertisement (mention the name of the portal or website). I truly believe that my experience and academic background make me a perfect candidate for this job role. I started my career with (mention the name of the previous company or organization of the sender) as a (mention the previous post of the sender) for the period of (mention the total working period of the sender).

I have done my (mention the name of the courses or degrees of the sender) from (mention the name of the college or university of the sender). 

My experiences are in planning and supervising the shipments from production to the end-user, scheduling daily and weekly routes, and tracking orders using the functional system, like barcodes and tracking software. Coordination with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products, monitoring and reporting on transportation costs. 

Also, ensuring shipping documents are properly filed, reporting maintenance and repair needs for vehicles and equipment, researching and suggesting cost-effective shipping methods, and conducting regular safety audits on equipment. Organizing training sessions for employees, for example, the proper use of machines and handling of hazardous material, keeping organized records of vehicles, schedules, and completed orders, ensuring compliance with company policies and shipping legislation, and staying updated with safety regulations. 

Moreover, as per the company’s requirements, I have been proven as an experienced candidate for the period of (mention the total period of experience of the sender). I have good knowledge of supply chain management and experience preparing and tracking orders. I am familiar with logistics software, like Freghtview and 3Plink, e excellent organizational skills, supervise and train new staff, and have problem-solving abilities. 

Thank you so much. I have attached my CV with this letter; please kindly have a look at it. For any further queries or information, feel free to contact me (mention the sender’s contact details). 

Thank you for your precious time.

Sincerely,

[Mention the name of the sender]

[Mention the address of the sender]

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Template: 2

Transportation Manager Cover Letter

[Mention date]

To,

[Mention name of Hiring manager]

[Mention name of the company]

[Mention address of the company]

Dear [Mr. /Mrs. /Ms.] [Manager’s name]

This letter is written by me to apply for the designation of a transportation manager at [mention the name of the company or organization]. After coming across the ad for the job post in [mention the medium], I believe that my educational qualifications and experience suit your requirements for this role.

I have always had an immense interest in this field and for this, I have studied hard and have gained adequate knowledge for the position. I have obtained a [mention the name of the degree] in [mention the name of the subject] in the year [mention it], from the prestigious [mention the name of the institution]. I have prepared myself for this post and have always made sure that whatever I learn, I am able to contribute to the better.

Stating about my experience, earlier I was engaged in [mention the name of the company] as a transportation coordinator. I was mainly given the task of overseeing the shipping of goods from packaging to delivery to the clients. Being there I always handled my duties with perfection, never giving my superiors any chance to complain. I received acknowledgment for my efforts and sincerity and was given many certificates.

I believe that I have all the skills you can expect from an able transportation manager, be it a strong knowledge of supply chain management or exceptional organizational skills, familiarity with logistics software, or good leadership skills. Also, with fierceness, determination, and tenacity, I prefer achieving all my goals.

If you hire me for this post then I will make sure that I am only able to contribute the best to the success and growth of the organization. I am hoping to receive a call for an interview soon.

Thank you so much for sparing a few minutes to go over this application letter of mine.

Sincerely,

Signature

[Mention your name]

[Mention your address]

[Mention your contact details]

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Template: 3

Transportation Manager Cover Letter

[Mention date]

To,

[Mention name of Hiring manager]

[Mention name of the company]

[Mention address of the company]

Dear [Mr. /Mrs. /Ms.] [Manager’s name]

I am writing this application letter for the role of a transportation manager at [mention the name of the company or organization]. The ad for the job post in [mention the job portal] matches my experience and academic qualification I believe and so I am able to state that I am the best candidate for this position.

It has been the dream of a lifetime to get a position in your reputable organization. I have worked hard for it, right from my school days. Gaining a degree of [mention it] from [mention the name of the university], I went on to pursue [mention the name of the degree] which I believed will help me to get better opportunities in my career. This particular line has always intrigued me and I have an immense passion for it.

I possess all the qualities of a good transportation manager. I have exceptional financial acumen, strong geographical knowledge, great coordination, and people management skills, and commendable negotiation, distribution, and customer service skills. In addition to all these, I also have effective communication skills (both written as well as verbal) and strong leadership and supervisory skills, which is a must-have for this post.

Previously, I was employed in [mention the name of the firm or organization] for [mention the time period] and serving there in the same role, I got a chance to sharpen my skills. With sheer determination, talent and persistence, I took care of all my job responsibilities. The company authorities have always praised me for my strong sense of commitment to work and I was happy that I could get such appreciation.

I would request you kindly consider my application letter for the designation of a transportation manager in your famed organization and by hiring me, I can assure you that you will never have any regrets, sir or madam.

Thank you,

Sincerely,

Signature

[Mention your name]

[Mention your address]

[Mention your contact details]

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Template: 4

Transportation Manager Cover Letter

[Mention date]

To,

[Mention name of Hiring manager]

[Mention name of the company]

[Mention address of the company]

Dear [Mr. /Mrs. /Ms.] [Manager’s name]

With great pleasure, I am framing this letter to apply for the position of transportation manager at [mention the name of the organization or firm]. Coming across the ad posted by the company for this role, dated [mention it], without wasting time, I applied. Securing a position at such a well-recognized corporation as yours will be nothing short of a dream coming true.

I am proud to state that I have achieved a [mention the name of the degree] from [mention the name of the institution], back in the year [mention it]. In fact, I have not only been a bright student, but I have also excelled in co-curricular activities, debates, and quizzes. In addition to these, being a strong believer in physical fitness, I have been good at sports as well, all my life. I took part in many competitions even after my academic life, winning many.

I would like to mention that, from the year [mention it] to [mention it], I have offered my services as a transportation manager to [mention the name of the company or organization]. Employed there, my efforts have always been for the betterment of the company and I believe that I was quite successful in my mission to some extent. Fulfilling each and every duty, be it routine maintenance or arranging repairs or reducing the risk of vehicle overloading, inspecting vehicles, or maintaining and finishing accurate records, I have made sure that the corporation just benefits from my hard work.

It is my sincere request to you to kindly give me a chance to be a part of your organization and I assure you that I will prove to be a great asset, never a liability. I am hoping to receive a call from you for an interview soon. I just can’t wait to start over there.

Thank you for going over this application letter.

Sincerely,

Signature

[Mention your name]

[Mention your address]

[Mention your contact details]

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Letter Template: 5

A cover letter is just like a job application that is sent by the candidate to the company’s HR. You have to write in it what makes you the best fit for this position. Below are some of the samples for a Transport Manager cover letter and you can choose any one of the samples for your reference.

Transport Manager Cover Letter

James Brown

238 Broadway

New York

NY

United States

To

The HR Manager

XYZ Company

354 F 63rd Street

New York

NY 10022

United States 

Sub: Cover letter for the post of Transport Manager.

Dear Mr. or Mrs. or Miss HR Manager,

It gives me immense pleasure to express my interest to write this application to apply for the available post of Transport Manager in your reputed organization. I truly believe that I do possess all the required skills and qualifications that are necessary to fulfill all your requirements for this position. My experience makes me the best fit in this role.

I am very pleased to inform you that I have also in working as a transport manager at [mention the name of another company] and there I was responsible for directing activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking of transportation vehicles, aircraft, or railroad cars, planning, organizing and managing subordinate staff members to make sure that the work is completed and consistent with the company’s standard, directing investigations to verify and resolve customer complaints, etc.

Besides these, I also have a degree in logistics from [mention the name of a college] and as you can see I have also 3 years of working experience in the transportation field. I also have proper knowledge of the transportation industry and logistics and I have critical thinking skills and knowledge of analytics within me.

It was all about me. I am attaching my resume with this application for your kind reference. I believe that you will go through it and get back to me very soon as I am really looking forward to this opportunity. I hope to hear from you soon and meet you in person. I thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely

From

James Brown

[Handwritten signature]

[Mention the contact details]

[Mention here, if there is any post no to be given]

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Letter Template: 6

Transport Manager Cover Letter

James Brown

238 Broadway

New York

NY

United States

To

The HR Manager

XYZ Company

354 F 63rd Street

New York

NY 10022

United States 

Sub: Cover letter for the post of Transport Manager.

Dear Mr. or Mrs. or Miss HR Manager,

With great excitement, I would like to express my interest to apply for the available position of Transport Manager at [mention the name of the company]. After seeing your advertisement on your company’s website, I couldn’t hold myself back from applying for this opportunity. I believe that I possess all the required skills and qualifications that are necessary for this position. I can guarantee you that I will be the most suitable candidate for this role.

Previously I was an employee of [mention the name of another firm] and there I was responsible for directing investigations to verify and resolve customer complaints, collaborating with staff members to formulate and implement transportation-related procedures as well as company revenue goals and the company service objectives, arranging repair and routine maintenance of transportation vehicles, complying with transportation-related policy as well as safety rules, promoting safe work activities by conducting safety audits and attending company safety meetings, etc.

I also hold a bachelor’s degree in business management from [mention the name of a college] and I have excellent leadership skills and the ability to work well with team members and navigate stressful situations.

I duly state that all the above-mentioned information about myself is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. My resume is attached to this application for your reference. I have faith in you that you will definitely go through it and get back to me. I am looking forward to this opportunity. I thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely

From

James Brown

[Handwritten signature]

[Mention the contact details]

[Mention here, if there is any post no to be given]

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