Transportation Supervisor

PFG | Performance Good Group

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About The Position

The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for supervising and training drivers and ensuring deliveries are made safely, efficiently, and on time. The role assists with monitoring Department of Transportation (DOT) logs, ensuring compliance with DOT and company regulations, and tracking relevant driver information. It also supports the day-to-day administration of transportation and delivery functions in coordination with the Transportation or Operations Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of transportation supervisory or related experience, including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations and experience operating computerized fleet management systems.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to analyze situations and drive decisions.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrable experience working successfully across functional areas.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or two-year technical education in business management, logistics, or a related area.
• 4–6 years of transportation supervisory experience, including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations and experience operating computerized fleet management systems within the foodservice industry.
• Experience in routing.
• 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 day-to-day transportation and delivery administration, including calculating driver payroll, reviewing trip logs and expense reports, resolving problems, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Use a computer keyboard to enter and access information in an automated fleet management system.
• Monitor vehicle safety and safe use of ramps and handcarts, seat and weight belts, safe lifting, and product-handling practices; may attend quarterly safety meetings.
• Track driver information, including license status, traffic tickets, accidents, and other risk- and safety-related data.
• Ensure accurate completion of delivery and driver paperwork, including invoices, cash receipts, collection registers, trip reports, fuel tickets, deposit slips, DOT logs, Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports, 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 efficient routing of deliveries.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 health and wellness benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401(k) employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.
• $75,000 base salary plus bonus potential.

What This Job Offers

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