Freight Operations Supervisor: Lead, Optimize & Deliver

Talentify; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

XPO is seeking a Freight Operations Supervisor in Romulus, MI to lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations. You will develop and implement procedures to meet department demands, evaluate workloads, and manage payroll and admin tasks to ensure on-time, damage-free delivery.

Ideal candidates will have experience with LTL, hazmat and DOT regulations; 2+ years in related roles; and the ability to work days, evenings, nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related work experience in warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation or similar environment.
• Knowledge of the LTL industry, hazmat regulations and DOT rules and regulations.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends.

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 to meet daily operations goals and lower costs.
• Enforce all company, FMCSR, OSHA, CCMTA, NSC and DOT policies, rules, regulations, and laws.
• Coach and develop employees on proper techniques and quality requirements, including conducting new hire employee evaluations and determining whether to issue corrective action for violations of XPO's workplace policies.

Skills

LTL knowledge

Hazmat regulations

DOT rules

Shift flexibility

Leadership

Communication

Administrative skills

Team motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation/Distribution/Logistics

Job description

XPO is seeking a Freight Operations Supervisor in Romulus, MI to lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations. You will develop and implement procedures to meet department demands, evaluate workloads, and manage payroll and admin tasks to ensure on-time, damage-free delivery.

Ideal candidates will have experience with LTL, hazmat and DOT regulations; 2+ years in related roles; and the ability to work days, evenings, nights and weekends.