Distribution Supervisor

Hearst Connecticut Media Group; Connecticut; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Competitive retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Mental wellness benefits

LGBTQ+ and inclusive health services

Job summary

Hearst Connecticut Media Group is seeking a full-time Distribution Supervisor to oversee the daily distribution operation in Connecticut. This role involves managing independent contractors, ensuring effective delivery and meeting financial objectives. Key responsibilities include monitoring carrier activity, planning routes, and assisting in contractor recruitment.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, effective communication skills, and a good understanding of contract management. Competitive benefits such as health coverages and paid time off are included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 3 to 5 years of experience.
• Contract management experience.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to mediate disputes.

Responsibilities

• Distribute daily products to independent contractors.
• Oversee staging and monitoring carrier activity at the distribution center.
• Plan, evaluate and execute all department initiatives.

Skills

Contract management

Effective communication skills

Basic mathematical skills

Leadership skills

Planning and scheduling

Physical activity capability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The Distribution Supervisor performs under the direction of the Distribution Director and oversees the daily distribution operation of the Orange Depot and could include other locations, including Stamford and Danbury. They work closely with District Managers to maintain an effective independent contractor delivery force to distribute all products either produced or distributed by the company while meeting the department’s delivery and financial objectives. This is a night‑time position usually starting between 11 p.m. and midnight and includes weekends and holidays.

Key Activities

• Distribute daily products to independent contractors in both home delivery and retail sales.
• Oversight of staging and monitoring carrier activity at the distribution center to ensure that each carrier receives the proper amount of papers and supplies to complete their routes.
• Field operations including delivering on open or down routes as needed.
• Administrative duties such as preparing daily distribution manifests, maintaining route lists, optimizing routes, and effectively managing route profit and performance.
• Assist in recruiting, contracting and orientation of new contractors.
• Plan, evaluate and execute all department initiatives and goals.
• Operate within guidelines of the department’s expense budget.
• Recognize and promote opportunities to reduce costs, increase additional product distribution and improve publication market share.
• Meet or exceed department home delivery service level objectives.
• Plan and execute special projects as assigned.
• Maintain a safe and functional distribution center and remote drop locations.

Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or 3 to 5 years of experience.
• Contract management.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to mediate and resolve disputes.
• Good understanding of basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of physical activities.
• Fundamental proficiency with computers and technology.
• Effective leadership qualities/skills.
• Ability to plan effectively, including scheduling.

Ada Requirements

• Valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable vehicle.

Our Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays and vacation.
• Paid parental leave for new parents.
• Monthly child and dependent care reimbursement.
• Mental wellness benefits.
• LGBTQ+ and inclusive health services.
• Fertility coverage and menopause support.
• Pet wellness reimbursement and Rover credits.

Job Type

Full‑time

About Us

Hearst Connecticut Media Group is the leading news organization in the state, serving readers across all platforms through its news portfolio — including CT Insider, the Connecticut Post, New Haven Register, Danbury’s News‑Times, Greenwich Time, Stamford Advocate, The Register Citizen, The Middletown Press, The Norwalk Hour, Connecticut Magazine and more. With the largest news gathering team in the state, Hearst Connecticut provides innovative, unique advertising and marketing solutions for local and regional businesses to grow and succeed.

EEO Statement

Recognizing the diverse needs of our candidates, we strongly encourage all people of working age, who are traditionally underrepresented in media to apply, including women, people of color, applicants with disabilities, those from the LGBTQ+ community and veterans.