Transportation Supervisor

About the role

This role is responsible to supervise the day to day transportation department activities within assigned area(s) such as dispatching, routing, product/equipment security, equipment maintenance, etc. Assigns work to transportation associates and ensures productivity, safe work environment and efficient operations; and trains associates as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the day to day transportation department activities within assigned area(s) such as dispatching, routing, product/equipment security, equipment maintenance, etc.
• Work with cross-functional departments as it relates to the transportation/supply chain operations and ensure prompt and timely resolution of any issues.
• Assign and update driver schedules and coordinate delivery changes through routing and scheduling software system(s) or work with dispatchers/route analysts to coordinate day-to-day scheduling of associates based on resources, volume, etc.; maximize resources and ensure most efficient routes for assigned area(s) to include customer deliveries and backhauls.
• Ensure customer concerns are addressed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Oversee the review of on-board computers and log reports to ensure/maximize performance of the assigned fleet.
• Maintain transportation related reporting and monitor department KPI metrics; analyze metrics results and customer delivery schedules and partner with transportation/logistics, account representatives, warehouse operations, etc. to ensure most efficient, economical and cost effective routes.
• Ensure the health, safety, cleanliness and security of the work environment.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED (required)
• Three years of combined transportation and/or supply chain operations experience required; must have knowledge/experience within transportation.
• One year of supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organization, prioritization, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and have good follow through to meet deadlines.
• Must have good leadership and training skills; ability to work with all levels of management and line associates.
• Ability to work flexible hours based on business needs; must be available/on call during evenings or weekends to solve problems arising from equipment breakdowns, weather emergencies, or other situations that require problem solving.
• Knowledge of transportation/logistics activities such as FMCSA/CSA compliance, DOT requirements, dispatching, backhauls, contract carriers, local regulations, etc.
• Knowledge of transportation on-boarding software required; experience with Cadec preferred, and knowledge of dispatch software (CAMS, etc.) and/or routing software (JDA).
• Proficient with computers to include MS Office (Excel and Word).

Qualifications

• Frequent sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle, grasp, and twist objects, tools or controls, and using both feet for repetitive movements as in operating foot controls.
• Frequent walking, talking, crouching, kneeling, bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching with the hands and arms.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds with assistance as needed.
• Exposure to changes in temperature and humidity based on assignment.
• Subject to a warehouse environment and may frequently be exposed to noise levels in the work environment that are usually moderate to high.
• May be required to work weekends, holidays, days and night hours, and overtime as necessary and as assigned, and must be able to work in the condition specified for 8-10 hours shift as assigned.

Skills

• Knowledge of transportation/logistics activities such as FMCSA/CSA compliance, DOT requirements, dispatching, backhauls, contract carriers, local regulations, etc.
• Knowledge of transportation on-boarding software required; experience with Cadec preferred, and knowledge of dispatch software (CAMS, etc.) and/or routing software (JDA).
• Proficient with computers to include MS Office (Excel and Word).

Benefits

SpartanNash is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.