Supervisor, Transportation and Logistics

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead daily transportation and dispatch operations for inbound and outbound freight.
• Manage driver scheduling, routing, dispatch priorities, and workflow execution.
• Optimize fleet utilization, load efficiency, and route planning to meet performance goals.
• Maintain 95%+ on-time delivery while maintaining high service standards.
• Collaborate with Shipping, Receiving, Operations, and Sales to align transportation needs.
• Oversee fleet readiness, maintenance coordination, and equipment utilization.
• Ensure all vehicles and equipment are safe, compliant, and properly maintained.
• Maintain compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor driver compliance (hours-of-service, ELDs, licensing, safety documentation).
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations with corrective actions.
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Track and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, utilization, costs, productivity, service levels.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate transportation documentation and operational reporting.
• Utilize systems like AS400, Excel, ELD, and routing tools for planning and tracking.
• Support staffing, resource planning, and overall logistics execution.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Strong leadership experience and the ability to build effective teams and work groups while displaying drive and purpose.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate across all organizational levels.
• Solid knowledge of DOT regulations, fleet management, and logistics operations.
• 2-4 years CDL driving experience required.
• 1-3 years forklift experience required.
• Flexible to work varied hours and cover operational needs when required.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

• Basic computer skills for data entry, inventory management software, and email communication.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of proper loading, unloading, and stacking techniques for steel products.
• Experience using AS400 or other ERP systems.
• Familiarity with OMNITRACS or other routing software a plus.
• Intermediate MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), basic math skills to include adding, subtracting, multiplication and division.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift 50 lbs (22.7kg) maximum occasionally with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs (11.3kg).
• Proper lifting techniques and adherence to safety guidelines are essential to minimize physical strain and injury.