Lead Transportation Supervisor - Foodservice Distribution

Strive Recruitment Inc.; Delta; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

STRIVE is recruiting a Transportation Supervisor for our client in Delta, BC. You will oversee daily planning, scheduling and dispatch of the hourly workforce, balancing safety, service and cost efficiency in a high-volume environment.

You will lead drivers, manage routes, monitor equipment utilization and ensure adherence to the Collective Bargaining Agreement and regulatory standards. A hands-on leadership style is required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in high-volume distribution, logistics or transportation.
• 1-3 years of progressive supervisory experience, preferably leading drivers.
• Experience in a unionized environment and knowledge of CBAs is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of routing, scheduling and dispatch.
• Experience with routing/onboard software (Syntellic, Paragon, Xatanet).
• Proficient in MS Office and data reporting.
• Commitment to health & safety, regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily/weekly manpower and equipment needs, minimizing overtime.
• Lead shift meetings and communicate safety, operations and service priorities.
• Assign daily work to drivers ensuring safety and service targets.
• Administer dispatch and maintain master delivery and route schedules.
• Optimize routes and equipment use for safety and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with CBAs, policies and regulations.
• Monitor productivity, attendance, mileage, fuel usage and delivery performance.
• Provide coaching and direction to drivers and warehouse staff.
• Investigate near misses and vehicle incidents; implement corrective actions.

Skills

3-5 years experience

1-3 years supervisory

Unionized environment experience

Routing & scheduling

Dispatch operations

Leadership and coaching

Safety and regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

Analytical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Syntellic

Paragon

Xatanet

Job description

STRIVE is recruiting a Transportation Supervisor for our client in Delta, BC. You will oversee daily planning, scheduling and dispatch of the hourly workforce, balancing safety, service and cost efficiency in a high-volume environment.

You will lead drivers, manage routes, monitor equipment utilization and ensure adherence to the Collective Bargaining Agreement and regulatory standards. A hands-on leadership style is required.