Fleet Supervisor

USA GPC Genuine Parts Company; Georgia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company in Georgia seeks a Transportation/Dispatch Lead to manage dock operations, coordinate with multiple locations and drive efficient freight handling under deadlines. The role requires leadership, strong communication, and hands-on experience with palletized freight and documentation.

Candidates should have 4 years of dock/warehouse lead experience, 2+ years LTL, and proficiency in MS Office; Kronos, Workday, and McLeod are a plus.

Qualifications

• 4 years of prior dock/warehouse Lead experience in the transportation industry.
• At least 2 years of LTL experience.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
• Proficient in MS Office

Responsibilities

• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends due to varying freight volumes.
• Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using forklift, pallet jack and manual handling.
• Utilize mobile handheld devices for tracking shipments.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Lead Operations Team Training, Development and Performance.
• Coordinate with service centers and other locations to meet deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

MS Office

Kronos

Workday

McLeod System

Job description

Job Summary

The NAPA Auto Parts Private Fleet is seeking a motivated individual with a desire to start a career in the fast paced, rewarding transportation management business. Any individual interested in this position must thrive in a fast paced environment under deadline pressures and forward thinking highly motivated manager. Excellent verbal and written skills are necessary as well as the ability to work with other locations to accomplish specific goals. This person must be a proven leader and possess the ability to think on their feet and make sound decisions.

Responsibilities

• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends due to varying freight volumes.
• Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand as needed.
• Utilize mobile handheld devices for tracking shipments.
• Safely climb in and out of trailers.
• Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs frequently and greater than 75 lbs occasionally).
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
• Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate controlled and may be slippery.
• Safely walk, reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary to perform the job duties.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Ability to handle/identify/categorize hazardous materials.
• Adhere to company safety policies.
• Managing the Operations Personnels workhours via Workday and Kronos.
• Responsible for the Operations Team Training, Development and Performance.
• Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-pace and deadline oriented.
• Safely work in adverse weather conditions.
• Prompt, daily attendance at assigned work location.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, experience, and/or technical skill requirements.

• 4 years of prior dock/warehouse Lead experience in the transportation industry.
• At least 2 years of LTL experience.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
• Proficient in MS Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Kronos, Workday and McLeod System.

Leadership

Embodies the following values: serve, perform, influence, respect, innovate, team.

Effectively communicates by motivating and inspiring others through clear and proactive communication.

Delivers results and drives customer success by committing and focusing on outcomes to deliver results and making the customer the center of decisions.

Makes balanced decisions and thinks strategically by being a forward thinker.

People Capabilities

Business Acumen: Must possess industry, organization and financial knowledge.

Strategic Consulting: Must be able to provide consultative problem-solving, as well as project and risk management competency.

Relationship Management: Must promote collaboration, networking, persuasion and influence.

Data Judgement: Must be able to provide data foundations, interpretation and storytelling.

Talent Management: Provide strategic HR expertise, employee experience management, change management and technological savviness.

Agility: Must lead with a growth mindset and drive innovation and iteration.

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry objects of varying weights, typically 25 to 50 pounds or more, depending on the job duties.
• Pushing and Pulling: Capability to push and pull carts, pallet jacks, or other equipment loaded with materials throughout the warehouse. This may involve pushing or pulling heavy loads over extended distances or up ramps.
• Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, often for the duration of a shift.
• Bending and Stooping: Capacity to bend, stoop, squat and reach to retrieve items from shelves, bins, or storage racks.
• Climbing: Can climb ladders or stairs to access elevated storage areas or perform maintenance tasks.
• Operating Equipment: Proficiency in operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and order pickers. Depending on the job role, employees must pass certification or training programs to operate certain equipment safely.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle small objects, operate machinery controls, and perform tasks requiring precision and accuracy.
• Repetitive Motion: Ability to perform repetitive tasks, such as scanning barcodes, sorting items, or packaging products, throughout the shift.
• Physical Endurance: Stamina and endurance to work in a fast paced environment and meet productivity targets.
• Safety Awareness: Commitment to following safety protocols and guidelines to prevent workplace accidents and injuries.

Employer Information

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we’re proud to say we’re the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale. Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.