Supervisor, Distribution

USA Today•Canton, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Distribution Manager, this role is responsible for staffing and carrying out efficient newspaper and insert distribution procedures. The position verifies and processes alternate publication deliveries for Circulation, coordinates commercial print deliveries and mailings, and oversees the utilization and maintenance of the vehicle fleet. The Supervisor hires, oversees, and evaluates delivery drivers, and is responsible for departmental driver and pallet jack training. This role also interacts with the Packaging Center to ensure departmental goals and out-times are met.

Requirements

Good organizational and communication skills.
Ability to supervise and motivate personnel.
Knowledge of Operations Department function, DOT regulation, schedules and policies.
Ability to exercise independent judgment.
Strong commitment to excellence, safety and customer service.
Ability to produce quality work.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Previous related experience helpful.

Responsibilities

Staffing and carrying out efficient newspaper and insert distribution procedures.
Verifying and processing alternate publication deliveries for Circulation.
Coordinating commercial print deliveries and mailings.
Overseeing the utilization and maintenance of the vehicle fleet.
Hiring, overseeing, and evaluating delivery drivers.
Responsible for departmental driver and pallet jack training.
Interacting with the Packaging Center to ensure departmental goals out-times are met.
Ensuring that loading and delivery operations are executed in a safe and accurate manner.
Maintaining clear and consistent communication with distribution centers.
Enforcing DOT regulations for drivers.
Coordinating commercial print delivery with for hire carriers.