Logistics Transportation Supervisor

Overview

The Linehaul Operations Supervisor is responsible for supervising the efficient and timely transportation of AIT customer freight between AIT Middle Mile Network Hub locations as well as identified injection points within the AIT Worldwide Logistics network, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of linehaul carriers and support staff to drive efficiency and execution, and report on service failures caused by the assigned asset-based carrier.
• Maintain approval of Linehaul Operations Agents presentation of adhoc bookings - as needed
• Analyze reports on linehaul operational data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Plan, optimize, and monitor linehaul routes to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of freight within the AIT Middle Mile Network.
• Develop and implement contingency plans such as vehicle breakdowns, accidents or adverse weather conditions to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
• Track and report KOIs to measure efficiency and effectiveness of linehaul operations.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching and development for team members.
• Identify training needs and execute training of team members to ensure operational excellence and personnel development.
• Stay updated on the latest transportation technologies and best practices. Recommend new technologies or processes to improve operational efficiency.
• Manage relationships with third-party carriers and vendors to ensure smooth operation and resolve any operational challenges utilizing experience and commonly used problem-solving methods.
• Negotiate rates a transactional basis with asset-based providers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable service.
• Ensure carriers are compliant with the AIT Middle Mile Network standards for on time performance.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree Or equivalent work experience (Required)
• Experience: 3+ years Proven experience in logistics or transportation management, with a focus on linehaul operations (Required)
• Progressive leaderships position within the logistics or transportation industry (Required)
• Operations Management and Team Management within the logistics or transportation management industry, with a focus on linehaul operations (Preferred)
• 3+ years Proven experience with rate negotiations with 3rd party asset-based providers. (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Carrier Management including development of accountabilities
• High Understanding of service requirements in a HUB Operations / LTL Environment
• High Proficiency in transportation management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment