Transportation Delivery Operations Supervisor, 1st Shift

Staples Inc.•San Diego, CA

10h•$74,000 - $74,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain team is dedicated to meeting customer needs now and in the future by pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees to create smarter, more efficient ways to meet customer needs faster. The network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation, and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to customers. The Delivery Operations Supervisor will lead the team in ensuring the timely and complete delivery of all orders. This role is responsible for preparing and planning strategies to meet the operation’s daily, weekly, and monthly goals. The supervisor will work closely with senior management in the pursuit of operational excellence and the facility's all-around success, including achieving performance goals related to productivity, accuracy, and budget. Recommendations and improvements to department processes and procedures will be made, and the supervisor will participate in the hiring, training, and coaching of associates, using operational reports to evaluate department performance and ensure expectations are met. Safety is a top priority, and the supervisor will ensure safe work practices and embrace and foster the safety culture. The leader will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as they deliver to customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
3+ years of transportation experience
Must have a valid drivers’ license with a driving record indicating a safe driving history acceptable to the company and at all times remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable laws and regulations
Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen to the extent legally permissible
Must obtain a 6-month DOT medical card specific to the role
An ability to lift, lower, push, pull or carry product up to a maximum of 70 pounds by hand
Must be at least 21 years of age
Ability to accurately calculate and plan and adjust headcount required to meet objectives.
Ability to foster communication and teamwork among staff and to collaborate with all members of your team, at all levels to ensure successful customer outcomes.
Understanding of and working knowledge of transportation systems and processes, productivity standards, and technology.
Functional knowledge of coaching drivers through check rides.
Ability to adopt our safety procedures quickly and ensure safe work practices.
Inclusive nature that seeks common ground, listens to others and advocates for the best solutions for the customer and for employees.
Commitment to lead by example and to a growth mindset as a leader, customer advocate and contributor.
Ability to demonstrate analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications).

Responsibilities

Lead the team in ensuring the timely and complete delivery of all orders.
Prepare and plan strategies to meet the operation’s daily, weekly, and monthly goals.
Work closely with senior management in the pursuit of operational excellence and the facility's all-around success, including achieving performance goals related to productivity, accuracy, and budget.
Make recommendations and improvements to department processes and procedures.
Participate in the hiring, training, and coaching of associates.
Use operational reports to evaluate department performance and ensure expectations are met.
Ensure safe work practices and embrace and foster the safety culture.