Transportation Supervisor

RyderTransportation Supervisor

Opelika, AL, 36801, USA

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When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry-leading logistics experts.

At Ryder, there is more to being a supply chain professional than working on some of the nation’s biggest brands. We make sure you are also getting the diverse experience, advancement opportunities, all from an industry-leading Fortune 500 company.

Here are a few of the many benefits when working with us :

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits start at 30 Days

401 (K) Savings Plan with a company match

Discounted employee stock purchase options

Quality employee discounts that actually save you money on tools, cars, appliances, travel and more

All major holidays paid and Paid time off within your first year

Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave

Schedule : 12am - 9am (Monday - Friday)

Salary : 60k-65k

Summary

Under the responsibility of the Manager, the Transportation Supervisor is responsible to supervise, coordinate and oversee the logistics operations and provide coaching, development and training to the drivers and transportation team members.

The successful candidate must be able to provide recommendations for improvements to the facility, equipment, machinery, and processes.

They will be accountable that the staff is performing to standard and has to ensure that progress is made to achieve the business objectives.

Essential Functions

Supervise, coordinate and oversee day to day logistics operations;

Plan and review, in collaboration with the Logistics Manager, all logistics processes, ensuring that they meet the company standards and customer service specifications

Establish work schedules and procedures and coordinate activities of the workers to ensure optimal shift / team logistics

Accountable for site Key Performance Indication (KPI)

Working in collaboration with customer in all aspect of operations

Meet regularly with team members collectively, as well as on an individual basis to monitor progress towards meeting objectives, track performance, coach and counsel as well as recognizing team and individual successes

Cultivate team spirit with a Diversity and Inclusion initiative and promote cooperation by seeking opportunities to improve internal processes

Carry out performance evaluations of the team members and recommend performance awards and / or merit increases when appropriate

Address performance problems through corrective action and disciplinary process

Understand labor agreement and maintain positive labor relations with all employees

Responsible for implementation of health & safety and security initiatives, practices and behaviors and adherence to company rules and policies

Provide appropriate orientation for employees and Lead Hands and give them the information, technology and any material necessary to perform their jobs

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

Instills commitment to organizational goals

Strong planning skills

Results oriented

Effective leadership skills

Motivating skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Diverse team environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Possesses a high degree of initiative

Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment

Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills

Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Qualifications

diploma / GED required

One (1) year or more experience in transportation, warehouse or distribution environment preferred

0 to One (1) year direct supervisory / leadership experience required

DOT Regulated : No

INDexempt #LI-MF #Fb

Job Category : Logistics