Transportation Supervisor

Join UNFI, the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with an extensive selection of 200,000 products, supplying “better for you” food to families nationwide—from small family-owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between.

About the role

As a Transportation Supervisor, you will assist management in supervising drivers and staff within the Transportation Department. Your role involves implementing schedules, managing departure times, and ensuring daily departmental functions run smoothly. You will coordinate changes and maintain strong communication with customers and internal partners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations by scheduling drivers and staff to maximize workforce effectiveness and ensure timely deliveries.
• Monitor driver performance, track departure times, and report relevant information to management.
• Share on-call responsibilities within the Transportation Department to address urgent issues.
• Work closely with drivers to coordinate delivery schedules and notify customers of delays or accidents.
• Provide backup support to the Transportation Manager, including log data entry and quality checks.
• Serve as a central point of communication for schedule changes and new account services across departments.
• Perform other duties as needed to support operational efficiency.

Performance Expectations

• Demonstrates a willingness to accept challenges and new responsibilities.
• Completes tasks accurately and within established timelines.
• Works effectively as part of a team.
• Maintains quality and safety standards in line with company policies.
• Receives consistent positive feedback from internal and external customers.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of Department of Transportation regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to coordinate complex schedules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust 401(k) plan.
• Generous vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Life and accidental death/dismemberment insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance program.
• Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account (eligibility requirements apply).
• Professional development programs for career advancement.
• Recognition and rewards through company events, picnics, and recognition programs.

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), see UNFI’s Washington-specific paid time off details.

Schedule

Sunday–Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Pay

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual pay will depend on factors including education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.