Distribution Center Delivery Supervisor

Galloup•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

About The Kendall Group The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career. Why The Kendall Group? Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success. Role Summary: Reporting to the Distribution Center Manager, the Delivery Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the drivers and deliveries which may include, scheduling deliveries, route coordination, recruiting drivers, maintaining vehicle service and inspection logs, scheduling maintenance and supervision of staff.

Requirements

3 years’ experience working in delivery or warehouse operations
High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience working with Microsoft Office, proficiency with MS Excel; ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools/machines/vehicles; basic math and reasoning skills
Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-tasking and shift priorities as needed
Works well cross-functionally; provides excellent internal and external customer service
Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; strong interpersonal and customer service skills; high degree of discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information
Excellent mentoring, coaching and people management skills
Frequent sitting, driving, and getting in and out of a vehicle
Ability to lift/move/carry up to 50lbs
Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day
Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, reach, twist and push
Ability to climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel

Nice To Haves

2 years’ experience in distribution/warehouse supervision, lead or management role
Bachelor’s degree in distribution, supply chain, business, or other related degree
Driver’s License with Chauffeur’s endorsement and clean driving record
DOT Medical Exam and obtain a 1-Year Card (Paid for by The Kendall Group)

Responsibilities

Supervises and directs performance and outcomes of delivery staff, communicating performance expectations and holding staff accountable to those expectations; including performance coaching & disciplinary actions
Interviews, hires, schedules, assigns work to and evaluates work performance to staff
Ensures adequate staffing levels daily
Coordinates with Warehouse Supervisors and staff on daily routing requirements
Communicates and trains delivery staff routing requirements
Facilitates preventive maintenance and repairs on all vehicles
Audits and approve all fleet related invoices
Manages appropriate queues inside the Kendall business system
Follows established protocol for accident reporting and post-accident drug screening
Drives organizational effectiveness and Service Excellence through developing processes, leading teams, enabling a highly motivated work environment, and creating innovative approaches for improvement
Perform other duties and projects as assigned