Fleet Supervisor

Canfor; Camden (AL); In loco; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Canfor, a global leader in wood products, seeks a Fleet Supervisor for New South Express in Camden, SC. You will oversee drivers and assets, drive efficiency, and partner with sales and safety teams to ensure safe, on-time delivery of wood products.

Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years in motor-vehicle management, strong leadership, and a focus on continuous improvement in logistics operations.

Competenze

• Post-secondary degree in Logistics or related field or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years’ experience with commercial motor vehicles and drivers; management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; high attention to detail.

Mansioni

• Supervise/oversee drivers, equipment, and shipment of wood products at designated locations.
• Generate, monitor, and share reports on team performance, productivity, and profitability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coordination between logistics, sales, procurement, operations, and other departments.
• Provide leadership while building and developing a high-performing team; mentor and coach staff.
• Recruit, onboard, train, place, and pay drivers with Driver Services.
• Monitor driver compliance with DOT and other regulations; enforce safety standards.
• Ensure safety compliance and partner with managers on safety issues; drive continuous improvement.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Planning & prioritization

Diplomacy & negotiation

Strategic mindset

Formazione

Post-secondary degree in Logistics or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Posting ID: 29966
Position Type: Regular
City: Camden, SC, United States
Location: Corporate Office - New South Express

The Fleet Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and leading their designated fleet assets & drivers to achieve elevated levels of productivity, safety, service, and driver retention. The fleet supervisor must work effectively with internal stakeholders such as sales, procurement, safety, and driver services to ensure the delivery of wood products while upholding the highest quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise/oversee drivers, equipment, and shipment of wood products at designated locations
• Generate, monitor, and share reports on team performance, productivity, and profitability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coordination and alignment between logistics, sales, procurement, operations, and other relevant departments.
• Provide effective leadership while building and leading a high-performing team. Mentor, motivate, and develop employees while fostering a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Responsible for collaborating with Driver Services to recruit, onboard, train, place, and pay drivers.
• Monitor drivers to ensure optimal performance and compliance with all local, state, and federal (DOT) laws and regulations.
• Work closely with other managers and staff on all safety-related issues.
• Responsible for coaching of drivers on safety events, observations, and complaints. Will also assist with progressive discipline as required.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, managing risks, and implementing safety standards in NSE’s flatbed division.
• Maintain a focus in continuous improvement of New South Express’ business model

Education & Experience

• Post-Secondary degree, preferably with a focus in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience in a related field
• 1-2 years’ experience in working with commercial motor vehicles & drivers, management experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong computer skills and solid background working with modern office software and reporting tools.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to build, lead and retain a successful team.
• Well organized, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple time-sensitive tasks successfully.
• Strategic mindset to drive continuous improvement.

At Canfor, we embrace diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

Why Canfor?

We’re a global leader in low-carbon forest products like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.

We provide learning opportunities for skill development at every career stage, competitive compensation, and industry-leading benefits for employees and their families.

Join us today, and together, we can build a sustainable future.

We appreciate all candidates’ interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.