Supervisor, Transportation

Performance Food Group•Marshall, MN

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About The Position

The Supervisor, Transportation is responsible for supervising and training drivers at the Operating Company (OpCo) and ensuring deliveries are made safely, efficiently, and on time. The role assists with monitoring Department of Transportation (DOT) logs, ensuring drivers comply with DOT and OpCo regulations, and coordinating the tracking of relevant driver information. It also supports the day-to-day administration of transportation and delivery functions in partnership with the Transportation or Operations Manager. The position may perform other duties as assigned to serve the company. Performance Foodservice is PFG’s broadline distributor, serving local customers such as independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Its team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other experts works closely with customers to provide advice on operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Two to four years of transportation or related experience, including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations.
Experience operating computerized fleet management systems.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or two-year technical education in business management, logistics, or a related area.
Four to six years of transportation experience, including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations and experience with computerized fleet management systems in the foodservice industry.
Supervisory experience.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise associates, including staffing, training, coaching, performance management, and problem resolution.
Assist with scheduling and ensure deliveries and pickups are completed on time.
Ride with drivers for training and evaluation purposes.
Assist the Transportation or Operations Manager with daily administration of transportation and delivery functions, including calculating driver payroll, reviewing trip logs and expense reports, resolving problems, and checking compliance with DOT and OpCo regulations.
Use a computer keyboard to enter and access data in the automated fleet management system.
Monitor vehicle safety and drivers’ use of ramps, handcarts, seat belts, and weight belts, as well as safe lifting and product-handling practices.
Attend quarterly safety meetings as needed.
Track driver information, including license status, traffic tickets, accidents, and other risk- and safety-related data.
Ensure accurate completion of delivery- and driver-related paperwork, including invoices, cash receipts, collection registers, trip reports, fuel tickets, deposit slips, DOT logs, Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR), driver qualification files, and accident reports.
Ensure trucks, tractors, and trailers are maintained through detailed review of post-trip inspections.
Work with the Transportation or Operations Manager to minimize operating expenses and ensure deliveries are efficiently routed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.