Freight Operations Supervisor — Lead, Optimize & Deliver

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

PTO 15 days first year

9 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Incentive plan

Job summary

XPO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Freight Operations Supervisor to lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations. You will develop procedures, manage workloads, and supervise hourly staff while ensuring compliance with DOT, OSHA and other regulations.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and process improvement in a dynamic environment. The position offers comprehensive benefits, incentive opportunities, and a path to contribute to network performance by optimizing load planning and

Qualifications

• 2 years of related work experience in a warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation or similar environment
• Knowledge of the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry, hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules and regulations
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics, or 4 years of related work or military experience
• 2 years of supervisory experience
• LTL industry experience
• Positive attitude with the ability to multitask and motivate your team
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and administrative skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations
• Develop and implement strategic work procedures to meet the evolving demands of the department
• Evaluate, manage, assign and supervise workloads and tasks
• Supervise hourly staff across various operations and act as primary point of contact for workplace concerns and questions
• Ensure production goals are met by managing tonnage, payroll and other administrative functions; plan hourly employee schedules
• Enforce all company, FMCSR, OSHA, CCMTA, NSC and DOT policies, rules, regulations, and laws
• Implement workplace policies to optimize network performance
• Ensure customer freight is processed, handled, loaded and delivered timely and damage free
• Coach and develop employees on safety rules and processes
• Direct a team to meet or exceed productivity goals
• Make recommendations regarding hiring, suspension and termination
• Develop and present action plans to improve load average and model compliance
• Participate in internal safety and engagement committees
• Train employees on safety rules and processes
• Maintain organization within the shift to ensure safety and productivity
• Conduct daily staff meetings and communicate corporate messages
• Inspect working conditions of tools and equipment and correct deficiencies
• Provide instruction and ideas for improvement of operations within the shift
• Champion XPO values and enforce high standards
• Minimize shipment rehandle by prioritizing direct loading while maintaining quality standards

Skills

People management

Supervisory experience

LTL knowledge

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics

4 years related work or military experience

Job description

XPO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Freight Operations Supervisor to lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations. You will develop procedures, manage workloads, and supervise hourly staff while ensuring compliance with DOT, OSHA and other regulations.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and process improvement in a dynamic environment. The position offers comprehensive benefits, incentive opportunities, and a path to contribute to network performance by optimizing load planning and