Transportation Supervisor

Albertsons Companies • Roanoke, TX

5h • Onsite

About The Position

This position will supervise drivers and equipment. Dispatch retail store deliveries. Ensure driver compliance with state and federal DOT regulations. Assist with required records, reports and control systems. The position can be worked without a manager physically on site. The position will be based in Roanoke, TX.

Requirements

• High school graduate; bachelor’s or 5 years supervisory experience in trucking as equivalent preferred
• 3 years’ experience of progressive trucking experience / grocery retail preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA & DOT safety regulations, sanitation, and food safety - Management Level
• Strong technical skills and experience with TMS fleet routing optimization software (Prospero, One Network & CAMS preferred) as well as fleet on-board computer systems (XATA preferred). Fleet worthy a plus.
• Experience using warehouse management systems to interact with TMS
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn new programs and procedures
• Ability to make decisions quickly and cost effectively
• Possess strong resolution skills and can take decisive action
• Excellent written and oral interpersonal/communication skills
• Proven leadership ability to encompass a minimum of 3-4 years’ experience managing reports
• Able to chart, forecast, plan, manage, and measure day-to-day operations
• Able to effectively interact with multiple levels within the distribution center and within the company
• Exhibits initiative and high energy for innovation, exemplary customer service skills, and resourcefulness
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite to include high level of Excel proficiency

Responsibilities

• Commitment to providing and maintaining a safe work environment
• Lead, coach, and supervise transportation personnel to attain specific goals and measurable results
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Train and develop dispatchers and drivers, identifying and mentoring high potential candidates
• Successful interaction between other departments within the distribution center and retail
• Maintain positive associate relations
• Provide superior service to our customers
• Determine equipment and manpower requirements for daily operational needs
• Maintain capital assets in an as-designed condition in a cost-effective manner
• Implement new and monitor existing initiatives to reduce costs
• Supervise and dispatch drivers
• Work with drivers to maintain safe and courteous driving skills / facilitate meetings and development workshops
• Ensure accuracy within transportation operations
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA, DOT, Sanitation and Food Safety regulations
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of transportation operations and personnel

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED