Transportation Supervisor

C&S Wholesale Grocers•Coppell, TX

About The Position

A Private Fleet Supervisor of Transportation is responsible for the execution of day to day operational plans set forth by the transportation department. They will provide direction and support to fellow transportation team members- playing a critical role in promoting engagement across the department and in removing obstacles. They directly influence improving the experience our associates have while at work. The supervisor will communicate with other functional areas such as shipping, receiving, safety, customer service, maintenance and routing to ensure we are set up to win the day. They are the initial escalation point for operational issues that may arise during the course of executing the plan. In addition, this role will educate and promote proper work behaviors and procedures to maintain a culture of safety in the workplace environment, to include DOT compliance.

Requirements

Familiar with DOT laws and regulations
MS Office
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong ability to communicate cross functionally
Strong focus on team engagement and timely engagement on performance and functional goals
Ability to maintain strong internal and external customer relationships
2-5 : Supervising fleet or transportation operations
2-5 : Working with transportation and DOT regulations
2-5 : Experience with yard management and fleet operations
2-5 : Supervising teams of individual contributors
Bachelor's Degree - Logistics & Transportation

Nice To Haves

Manhattan TMS experience preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for championing a team of drivers and hourly associates to optimal performance.
Focus on engaging associates and tracking of key metrics.
Coach through performance issues and assist in process improvement / obstacle resolution.
Maximize the customer experience while controlling costs (provide service that meets/exceeds expectation at the lowest possible cost).
Steward Professional Driver Trainers focused on onboarding / mentoring newly hired drivers and completing annual training as outlined by our corporate safety program.
Responsible for monitoring yard operations and ensuring alignment with warehouse needs.
Monitor yard jockeys so they meet performance expectations while following prescribed best practices and safety guidelines set forth by the company.
Complete routine observations and audits to ensure that drivers perform pre and post trips of equipment, complete all work assignments in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
Promote accurate and complete use of transportation management systems
Support and assist the Safety Specialist with Driver Qualification files, driver log accuracy and execution of the company's drug and alcohol testing protocol.