Supervisor, Linehaul Transportation

Ross Stores • Fort Mill, SC

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

GENERAL PURPOSE:
To lead, direct, develop and coordinate the outbound flow of merchandise from distribution centers to crossdocks. This position will monitor and adjust the workflow and staff based on volume and productivity needs. The outbound flow of merchandise must be provided at an economical level according to Ross service requirements. This position will interface with carriers, crossdock providers, and Ross departments or divisions as appropriate.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Responsible for the analysis and execution of optimal equipment levels for multiple DCs based on carrier volume forecasts.
• Supervise a staff of 2-4 associates coordinating the outbound supply-chain activity, routing and tracking over 100K shipments annually from our distribution centers to our crossdocks and trailer transfer volumes.
• Execute and implement the transportation plan for outbound freight from Ross distribution centers to crossdocks. Provide analysis and support to the outbound group in all areas of outbound transportation, including routing guide compliance, transit, tracking & tracing. This will be accomplished through analysis and execution of TMS systems.
• Develop and implement cost savings and/or service improvement programs and provide analytical data to support results.
• Support customer service to multiple divisions with Ross to resolve any Transportation-related issues or problems.

Requirements

• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills and be able to communicate with all levels and departments both within and outside the company.
• High level working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills
• 4-6 years’ experience in a transportation atmosphere
• 4-6 years of supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in work experience
• Experience with TMS transportation systems

Nice To Haves

• College degree in Transportation or Logistics
• 7-8 years of transportation operations\staff experience with knowledge of carrier logistics
• 7-8 years of supervisory experience
• Experience with hands-on utilization of current supply-chain software applications and systems
• Transportation background within the retail industry
• Strong self-motivation and the ability to work aggressively to complete projects

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the analysis and execution of optimal equipment levels for multiple DCs based on carrier volume forecasts.
• Supervise a staff of 2-4 associates coordinating the outbound supply-chain activity, routing and tracking over 100K shipments annually from our distribution centers to our crossdocks and trailer transfer volumes.
• Execute and implement the transportation plan for outbound freight from Ross distribution centers to crossdocks.
• Provide analysis and support to the outbound group in all areas of outbound transportation, including routing guide compliance, transit, tracking & tracing. This will be accomplished through analysis and execution of TMS systems.
• Develop and implement cost savings and/or service improvement programs and provide analytical data to support results.
• Support customer service to multiple divisions with Ross to resolve any Transportation-related issues or problems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level