Transportation Supervisor

PFG | Performance Good Group

28d•$72,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Transportation Supervisor supervises and trains drivers at the operating company, ensuring deliveries are made safely, efficiently, and on time. The role assists with monitoring Department of Transportation (DOT) logs, maintaining driver compliance with DOT and company regulations, and tracking driver-related information. It also supports the day-to-day administration of transportation and delivery functions in collaboration with the Transportation or Operations Manager. This position works Monday through Friday, starting at 3:00 a.m. and continuing until finish, with no weekends. The warehouse is air-conditioned. Starting pay is $72,000–$75,000, with annual bonus potential.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
2–4 years of transportation or related experience, including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations and experience operating computerized fleet management systems.
Transportation or related supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or two-year technical education in business management, logistics, or a related area.
4–6 years of transportation experience, including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations and experience operating computerized fleet management systems within the foodservice industry.
1–3 years of supervisory experience within the foodservice industry.
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 in a timely manner.
Ride with drivers for training and evaluation purposes.
Assist the Transportation or Operations Manager with daily transportation and delivery administration, including calculating driver payroll, reviewing trip logs and expense reports, resolving problems, and ensuring driver compliance with DOT and company regulations.
Use a computer keyboard to enter and access data in the automated fleet management system.
Monitor driver safety practices, including vehicle safety, use of ramps and handcarts, seat and weight belt use, safe lifting, and product handling; may attend quarterly safety meetings.
Track driver information such as license status, traffic tickets, accidents, and other risk- and safety-related data.
Ensure accurate completion of delivery- and driver-related paperwork, including invoices, cash receipts, collection registers, trip reports, fuel tickets, deposit slips, DOT logs, DVIRs, 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 delivery routing.
Perform other related duties as assigned.