Freight Operations Supervisor — Lead & Improve Efficiency

FedEx Freight; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a supervisory leader to manage a team responsible for moving all shipments on time and damage-free. You will educate and guide staff, monitor safety, and coordinate daily schedules to ensure efficient freight handling.

The role emphasizes accountability, cost-conscious process improvements, and strong communication to meet service standards with customers and partners.

Qualifications

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to travel as needed.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Safety standards knowledge and ability to address hazards.
• Independent and team work capability.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Internet.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, educate and develop employees for retention and growth.
• Supervise work with focus on quality, safety and on-time service.
• Monitor unsafe acts/conditions and apply corrective action.
• Plan daily manpower and schedules for timely freight moves.
• Communicate assignments clearly across the team.
• Monitor service freight and cut time compliance.
• Identify opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiency.
• Assist customers with rate quotes and scheduling.
• Gather data for reporting and performance analysis.
• Build relationships with business partners to meet service standards.
• Identify misclassified freight and ensure proper processing.
• Perform administrative duties and comply with laws and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Team development

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a supervisory leader to manage a team responsible for moving all shipments on time and damage-free. You will educate and guide staff, monitor safety, and coordinate daily schedules to ensure efficient freight handling.

The role emphasizes accountability, cost-conscious process improvements, and strong communication to meet service standards with customers and partners.