Fleet Operations Supervisor — Drive Service Excellence

DHL Supply Chain; Jackson (MO); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Discounted stock purchase

401K

PTO

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Missouri is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee truck fleet operations, ensuring high service levels while controlling costs. The role emphasizes timely shipments, driver management, and compliance with DOT requirements.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and experience in transportation and fleet management. It offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, a 401K, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, required.
• Experience in transportation and fleet management, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations of the truck fleet to assure high service levels 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 equipment and a maintenance program to keep equipment in operating condition.
• Recommend the appropriate specifications for new equipment.
• Recommend programs to the Transportation Manager on improving fleet operations.
• Provide a level of delivery service that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
• Direct clerical staff and drivers to achieve prescribed objectives.
• Develop and maintain a productive work team through hiring, training, and development.
• Match skill and background of associates to the work required.
• Apply sound communication and motivational techniques, supervise, counsel, and discipline subordinates.
• Implement performance evaluation systems for promotions and wage increases.
• Implement a driver safety program.
• Process bills of lading with proper charges.
• Establish a trip reporting procedure and process the trip reports from all drivers and shipments.
• Assure timely creation and filing of Department of Transportation reports.

Skills

Fleet management

Operations supervision

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

DHL Supply Chain in Missouri is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee truck fleet operations, ensuring high service levels while controlling costs. The role emphasizes timely shipments, driver management, and compliance with DOT requirements.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and experience in transportation and fleet management. It offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, a 401K, and generous PTO.