Supervisor, Logistics

PROTRANS INTERNATIONAL LLC•Laredo, TX

About The Position

Assists the Department Manager and/or Facility Manager in directing and coordinating the day-to-day operational activities, by performing the following duties: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Supervises department and/or facility with input on training and scheduling. Prioritizes the workload and schedules of the SRS and dock personnel in order to meet customer’s expectations and on-time deliveries of shipments. Ensures the accurate and timely preparation of reports regarding facility operations. Takes on active role in process improvements. Works with the customer when applicable in resolving concerns, issues, and inquiries. Maintains a professional environment that fosters team spirit while achieving customer demands. Leads and directs the work of others, enhancing a team environment. Ensure that safety policies and procedures are reinforced in order to create a safe environment for all employees. Coordinates tracking of inbound and outbound traffic. Coordinates timelines and scheduling of freight with dispatch. Ensures on time delivery of shipments. Track all freight exception reports. Trains subordinates in job functions, as well as customer specific work instructions. Ensures that departments/facility are following established ISO procedures. Supervises overtime for employees and drivers (Varies by Center) Ensures hazardous materials compliance while loading, storing and unloading. Identify and implement continual improvement initiatives to enhance the performance of the position, your team, and the company. Works in conjunction with department manager to write and issue corrective actions to employees. Supervise and follow up with all pending issues for the department and/or respective facility. Conducts pre shift meetings and pass downs Tracking of KPI’s and accountability to achieve metrics SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; assigning, and direct work; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferred; and/or three to five years of equivalent experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
This position requires the ability to read, write, and speak fluently in English. Some centers may require to be bilingual in English and Spanish.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Knowledge of database software; internet software; inventory software; order processing systems; spreadsheet software and word processing software.
Knowledgeable of import and exportation regulations.

Responsibilities

Supervises department and/or facility with input on training and scheduling.
Prioritizes the workload and schedules of the SRS and dock personnel in order to meet customer’s expectations and on-time deliveries of shipments.
Ensures the accurate and timely preparation of reports regarding facility operations.
Takes on active role in process improvements.
Works with the customer when applicable in resolving concerns, issues, and inquiries.
Maintains a professional environment that fosters team spirit while achieving customer demands. Leads and directs the work of others, enhancing a team environment.
Ensure that safety policies and procedures are reinforced in order to create a safe environment for all employees.
Coordinates tracking of inbound and outbound traffic.
Coordinates timelines and scheduling of freight with dispatch.
Ensures on time delivery of shipments.
Track all freight exception reports.
Trains subordinates in job functions, as well as customer specific work instructions.
Ensures that departments/facility are following established ISO procedures.
Supervises overtime for employees and drivers (Varies by Center)
Ensures hazardous materials compliance while loading, storing and unloading.
Identify and implement continual improvement initiatives to enhance the performance of the position, your team, and the company.
Works in conjunction with department manager to write and issue corrective actions to employees.
Supervise and follow up with all pending issues for the department and/or respective facility.
Conducts pre shift meetings and pass downs
Tracking of KPI’s and accountability to achieve metrics