Transportation Supervisor - Sysco Ventura

Sysco•Ventura, IA

5d•$80,200 - $120,200

About The Position

This is an operations position responsible for supervising delivery activities. The role manages and directs delivery staff, ensures compliance with government regulations, and oversees the safety and security of the delivery department. The supervisor also supports efficient customer service, delivery operations, associate engagement, and adherence to company policies and procedures. The position involves working non-traditional business hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call periods. Occasional travel to other operating companies or the corporate office may be required based on business needs. The role may involve exposure to wet, hot, cold, humid, or noisy conditions, moving mechanical parts, confined spaces, high places, fumes, and airborne particles. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.
Successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
Work proactively and constructively with peers and associates from other departments, operating companies, and Corporate.
Solve practical problems in situations with limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Apply relevant policies consistently, promptly, and objectively; follow established procedures and comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
Manage pressure and stress in a deadline-oriented environment and when handling customer service issues.
Make timely independent decisions in support of company policies and procedures.
Read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; present information effectively 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.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 350 pounds.
Meet the role's vision requirements, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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 adherence to standard operating procedures and planned routes and provision of safe, efficient customer service.
Ensure Delivery Associate compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies, including DOT and OSHA, and ensure electronic logs are current and accurate.
Manage labor hours and consumable supplies within budget.
Prepare work schedules, including extra work days and shifts as needed.
Oversee proper selection and utilization of company assets for 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 on, and consistently enforce company policies, protocols, and procedures, including food safety, DOT, and record keeping.
Communicate with Sales Management and Marketing Associates to resolve customer or delivery opportunities and issues collaboratively.
Visit customer locations and meet with customers to address issues and assess delivery difficulty.
Preserve 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 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.
Perform staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews, and/or terminations.
Perform the duties of supervised associates and other related duties as needed and qualified.