Transportation Supervisor, Ohio

Latitude 36 Foods•Fairfield Township, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Transportation Supervisor to join our Logistics team! The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and improving the transportation operations across our Ohio facilities. This role manages daily routing, driver supervision, fleet utilization, and transportation cost efficiency. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with safety regulations, optimize operational performance, and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience is preferred.
Experience working in a refrigerated distribution environment preferred.
Understanding of distribution, shipping, and receiving processes preferred.
Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service regulations, FMCSA regulations, and Class A CDL requirements preferred.
Valid CDL with a clean driving record and current Medical Card is preferred.
Communication – Verbal and written clarity, active listening, and the ability to tailor messaging to all levels of Management.
Collaboration / Teamwork – Works well in group settings, contributes positively, and respects diverse perspectives.
Adaptability – Comfortable with change, open to feedback, and flexible in dynamic environments.
Problem-Solving – Able to analyze issues, think critically, and propose effective solutions.
Time Management – Prioritizes tasks, meets deadlines, and manages workload efficiently.
Conflict Resolution – Navigates disagreements constructively and maintains professionalism.
Resilience – Maintains performance under pressure and recovers from setbacks.
Accountability – Takes ownership of actions and follows through on commitments.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Supply Chain, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

Supervise drivers through strong leadership and communication; foster teamwork across Operations and other L36 departments.
Promote and enforce safe work practices; conduct regular safety checks and coaching.
Review driver routes to ensure profitability, productivity, and accuracy; maintain daily logs and reports.
Negotiate competitive rates with third-party carriers and maintain detailed cost records (demurrage, layovers, day rates, overtime, etc.).
Review and approve transportation invoices with accuracy.
Partner with Accounting to streamline billing processes.
Monitor load temperatures to ensure product integrity.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and all federal and state transportation regulations.
Review CSA records and implement corrective actions to improve safety compliance.
Lead accident and injury investigations as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely transportation documentation and databases.
Drive cost-efficiency initiatives within transportation operations.
Coach team members and address performance gaps.
Provide feedback to drivers based on observations and ride-alongs.
Assist with and provide backup support for payroll processing for the Logistics team as needed.
Communicate delivery issues with Customer Service.
Oversee transportation operations and team performance across the Fairfield and West Chester, Ohio facilities.
Work flexible shifts based on business needs.
All other assignments, responsibilities, and projects assigned by management.