Transportation Supervisor

Sysco • Albany, OR

20h • $72,900 - $109,300 • Onsite

About The Position

This is an operations position responsible for supervising delivery activities. The Transportation Supervisor manages and directs delivery staff and ensures compliance with government regulations, as well as the safety and security of the delivery department. The position is located in Halfmoon, New York, with no stated regular travel requirement. The associate works non-traditional business hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call periods.

The role includes supervising delivery associates, managing department resources and performance, enforcing company procedures, supporting safety and training, addressing customer and associate concerns, and carrying out staff management functions. The supervisor may also perform the duties of supervised associates and other related duties as needed and qualified.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• 1–3 years of related experience and/or training.
• Complete a Sysco-approved defensive driving program.
• Ability to successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
• Ability to work proactively and constructively with peers and associates from other departments, operating companies, and Corporate.
• Ability to solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
• Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Ability to apply relevant policies consistently, timely, and objectively; follow established procedures and comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Ability to manage deadline-related pressures, stress, and customer service issues, and make timely independent decisions in support of company policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and word-processing software, ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs, and excellent computer skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend, write, and speak English.
• Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Physical ability to regularly talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, sit, handle or feel objects, reach, and climb or balance; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds and push or pull up to 350 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• A 2- or 4-year college degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a similar major.
• HazMat certification.
• A valid Class A Commercial Driver License meeting Company standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily work and safety of Delivery Associates, including compliance with standard operating procedures and planned routes, and delivery of safe, efficient customer service.
• Ensure Delivery Associate compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies, including DOT and OSHA, and maintain current and accurate electronic logs.
• Manage labor hours and consumable supplies within budget.
• Prepare work schedules, including extra work days and shifts as needed.
• Oversee the proper selection and utilization of company assets in support of the Delivery department.
• Organize required repairs with the appropriate departments.
• Review delivery functions and productivity reporting.
• Suggest efficiency ideas and cost-reduction measures, and assist with implementing delivery changes.
• Interpret, train, and consistently enforce company policies, protocols, and procedures, including food safety, DOT, and record keeping requirements.
• Communicate with Sales Management and Marketing Associates to resolve customer or delivery opportunities and issues.
• Visit customer locations and meet with customers to address issues and assess delivery difficulty.
• Support associate relations through regular department or pre-shift meetings and ongoing interaction.
• Maintain open communication with associates by answering questions and explaining policies and procedures; monitor associate morale and respond to ideas for improving engagement and enablement.
• Coordinate with the Safety department on training, associate observations, preferred work methods, accident investigations, root-cause determination, and routine safety inspections.
• Make recommendations for disciplinary action or behavior modification when required.
• Manage staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews, and/or terminations.
• Perform the duties of supervised associates and other related duties as needed and as qualified.

Benefits

• May be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
• Benefits information is available at SyscoBenefits.com; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

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