Logistics Supervisor

We are immediately hiring a Logistics Supervisor in Smyrna, TN for our Supply Chain Solutions division.

About the role

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.

Pay

Exempt / Salary paid twice per month. Annual salary: $60,000 per year based on experience.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• 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 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).
• Work in collaboration with customer in all aspects 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 recognize 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Instills commitment to organizational goals.
• Strong planning skills.
• Results oriented.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Motivating skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Works well in a 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

• High School diploma or 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.

Benefits

• 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 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.