Fleet Operations Supervisor

DHL Germany; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

Discounted Stock Purchase

401K

PTO

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in the United States is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee the truck fleet and ensure high service levels at reasonable cost. You will develop record-keeping systems to monitor shipments and drivers and coordinate delivery schedules.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with transportation and fleet management experience preferred. We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive wages, and opportunities to grow in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in transportation and fleet management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations of the truck fleet to assure that high service levels are attained at minimum expense.
• Maintain accurate files on vehicle use, condition, and maintenance.
• Ensure tractors and trailers are effectively utilized by developing efficient delivery schedules.
• Implement an inspection program to safeguard the equipment and a maintenance program to keep equipment in effective operating condition.
• Recommend the appropriate specifications for new equipment.
• Recommend programs to the Transportation Manager on improving the operation of the fleet.
• Provide a level of delivery service that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
• Direct the operations of the clerical staff and drivers to achieve prescribed objectives.
• Develop and maintain a productive work team by hiring, training, and professional development.
• Match the skill and background of associates to the work required.
• Apply sound communication and motivational techniques, supervise, counsel, and discipline subordinates.
• Implement performance evaluation system for recommending promotions, wage increases, and terminations.
• Implement a driver safety program.
• Process bills of lading, making sure that proper charges are billed in the appropriate manner.
• Establish a trip reporting procedure and process the trip reports from all drivers and shipments.
• Assure the timely creation and filing of Department of Transportation reports.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

DHL Supply Chain in the United States is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee the truck fleet and ensure high service levels at reasonable cost. You will develop record-keeping systems to monitor shipments and drivers and coordinate delivery schedules.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with transportation and fleet management experience preferred. We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive wages, and opportunities to grow in a fast-paced