Logistics and Transportation Supervisor

Schwan's Company • Marshall, MN

1d • $68,000 - $113,000

About The Position

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter.
From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over
dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team
members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our
portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from
brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®,
Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just
about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to
quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

As a Transportation & Logistics Supervisor at our corporate headquarters, you
will lead 3rd party vendors and daily transportation operations to ensure
on-time, safe, and cost-effective freight movement across the company’s
transportation network.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or transportation operations.
• Strong knowledge of logistics operations, transportation processes, and service metrics.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide clear direction under tight timelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to lead employees.
• Knowledge of logistics and operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to read, speak, and interpret documents.
• Must follow and give clear instructions and work under tight timelines.
• Possess Personal Computer skills using Microsoft Office suite: Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational excellence by improving processes, documenting SOPs, and clearly defining roles and responsibilities across stakeholders.
• Ensure on-time delivery (OTD) and on-time pickup (OTP) performance while balancing cost and financial targets.
• Provide operational feedback and insights to the Carrier Relations team regarding carrier performance and service issues.
• Partner closely with warehouse, customer service, and cross-functional teams to resolve transportation issues and maintain service continuity.
• Analyze trends and performance data to identify cost reduction and service improvement opportunities; communicate impacts and cost levers to leadership.
• Respond to and manage transportation incidents and exceptions in a timely and effective manner.
• Collaborate with the Transportation Systems team on system changes, testing, implementations, and user training.

Benefits

• The base salary range for this position is $68,000 to $113,000 annually, with eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance.
• Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED