Transportation Supervisor

Ahold Delhaize•Mauldin, SC

17d•Onsite

About The Position

A great career opportunity Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of Netherlands-based Ahold Delhaize, is the parent company for Ahold Delhaize's U.S. companies, including its local brands, Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop, and the U.S. services companies, Retail Business Services, Peapod Digital Labs and ADUSA Supply Chain. When considered together, the local brands of Ahold Delhaize USA comprise the largest grocery retail group on the East Coast and the fourth largest grocery retail group in the nation, operating more than 2,000 stores and distribution centers across more than 20 states and serving millions of customers each week through a uniquely local omnichannel experience. The Ahold Delhaize USA company team includes just over 100 associates across all East Coast office locations. Position Summary Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys developing people while driving results? As a Transportation Supervisor , you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient flow of product through our distribution center. You’ll lead a team of associates, uphold performance standards, and collaborate across departments to deliver exceptional service to our retail partners and customers. In this role, you’ll partner closely with the Operations Manager and cross-functional teams—including Transportation and Inventory Management—to meet production goals, improve processes, and create a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement. If you’re energized by leading teams, solving operational challenges, and making a real impact, this is your opportunity to grow your career in supply chain operations. What You’ll Do Lead & Inspire Your Team Supervise day-to-day activities for the assigned department and staff. Coach, develop, and hold associates accountable through performance planning, feedback, and recognition. Develop Talent Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and developing new and existing associates to build a high-performing team. Drive Operational Excellence Partner with Receiving, Shipping, Transportation, and Inventory Management to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely product flow in and out of the distribution center. Optimize Staffing & Productivity Monitor daily staffing levels, assign labor management tasks, and adjust resources to meet production demands. Ensure Safety, Accuracy & Compliance Enforce company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures. Communicate and administer corrective action when necessary. Lead Communication & Collaboration Hold departmental meetings, communicate shift updates, and coordinate with other departments to minimize operational disruptions. Champion Continuous Improvement Identify waste and inefficiencies, recommend process improvements, and act as a “change agent” for lean practices. Help foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Support Business Goals Help achieve departmental operational and budget goals. Provide accurate reports and insights to the Distribution Center Leadership Team. Project & Process Leadership Lead assigned projects and tasks,and recommend modifications to procedures or workflows that increase efficiency, productivity, and cost savings.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in a distribution or warehouse environment
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Familiarity with distribution center operations
Basic understanding of business and financial reports
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proven leadership and conflict resolution skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
Ability to align teams with departmental and business goals
Flexibility to work required schedules and shifts
Ability to work in temperatures ranging from –5°F to 90°F+

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supervising or leading teams (preferred)
Certified on powered industrial equipment, where applicable

Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day activities for the assigned department and staff.
Coach, develop, and hold associates accountable through performance planning, feedback, and recognition.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and developing new and existing associates to build a high-performing team.
Partner with Receiving, Shipping, Transportation, and Inventory Management to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely product flow in and out of the distribution center.
Monitor daily staffing levels, assign labor management tasks, and adjust resources to meet production demands.
Enforce company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.
Communicate and administer corrective action when necessary.
Hold departmental meetings, communicate shift updates, and coordinate with other departments to minimize operational disruptions.
Identify waste and inefficiencies, recommend process improvements, and act as a “change agent” for lean practices.
Help foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Help achieve departmental operational and budget goals.
Provide accurate reports and insights to the Distribution Center Leadership Team.
Lead assigned projects and tasks,and recommend modifications to procedures or workflows that increase efficiency, productivity, and cost savings.