Transportation Supervisor

Loffredo Fresh Foods•Kansas City, MO

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Loffredo Fresh Produce is seeking a dependable, hands-on Transportation Supervisor to lead their delivery operations. This role is crucial for ensuring customers receive the right products safely and on time. The supervisor will oversee daily transportation activities, support and direct drivers, coordinate delivery schedules, and ensure company vehicles and equipment are operated safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who can make sound decisions under pressure, communicate clearly, solve problems, and balance operational demands with safety and customer satisfaction. This role requires ownership, leading by example, and a strong understanding of both people management and attention to detail in transportation operations.

Requirements

Previous experience in transportation, delivery operations, logistics, or distribution.
Demonstrated leadership experience, preferably supervising drivers or coordinating transportation teams.
A strong understanding of safe driving practices, vehicle inspections, transportation procedures, and DOT compliance requirements applicable to the operation.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to hold team members accountable while maintaining positive working relationships.
A customer-focused mindset and commitment to reliable, on-time service.
Basic math skills and the ability to review records, documentation, and operational information accurately.
Proficiency with computers and the ability to learn transportation and business software.
Ability to work a flexible schedule as required by transportation and delivery needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising CDL drivers in a distribution, foodservice, or transportation environment.
Familiarity with DOT regulations, driver qualification requirements, hours-of-service rules, and fleet safety practices.
Experience coordinating delivery routes, driver schedules, and fleet resources.
A valid Class A or Class B CDL, depending on operational needs.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily transportation operations, including coordinating delivery routes, schedules, driver assignments, additional runs, and pickups.
Lead and support drivers by providing direction, communicating expectations, addressing performance concerns, and promoting a professional, accountable, safety-focused team.
Keep deliveries on track by monitoring route progress, responding to delays and unexpected issues, and adjusting plans as needed.
Prioritize safety and compliance by ensuring drivers follow company safety policies, complete required vehicle inspections, and maintain appropriate driving credentials and documentation.
Maintain fleet readiness by helping to ensure company vehicles are clean, properly maintained, and ready for daily operation, and coordinating reporting and follow-up on maintenance concerns.
Promote excellent customer service by supporting the resolution of delivery issues, customer concerns, product discrepancies, and other service-related challenges.
Ensure accurate documentation by overseeing the completion of delivery paperwork, customer credits, payment records, and other required transportation documentation.
Coordinate across departments, working closely with warehouse personnel, management, and other teams to align product readiness, driver availability, and delivery schedules.
Improve operational efficiency by identifying opportunities to improve route execution, productivity, communication, and adherence to company procedures.
Support daily operational needs by assisting with transportation duties and other responsibilities as needed to maintain smooth operations.