Freight Operations Supervisor - Materials & Inventory Lead

Jobtailor; Arkansas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Freight Operations Supervisor in Arkansas to oversee day-to-day freight handling, supervise staff, assign tasks, and coordinate loading/unloading to meet customer demands.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in logistics or related field, 3–5 years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, and proficiency with WMS/TMS and MS Office; compliance and safety knowledge are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of freight operations or logistics experience; supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Knowledge of freight handling processes and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in WMS and TMS.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with WMS and TMS is a plus.
• Ability to lift 21–50 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day freight handling operations.
• Lead and supervise freight handlers and operational staff.
• Assign tasks, provide guidance, and monitor performance.
• Coordinate loading, unloading, and handling of freight shipments.
• Ensure proper documentation, labeling, and packaging of goods.
• Plan and prioritize operations to meet customer demands and deadlines.
• Monitor workflow and adjust resources to optimize efficiency.
• Liaise with customers, carriers, and stakeholders regarding freight movements and issues.
• Communicate with customers and resolve concerns.
• Implement quality control measures and conduct inspections and audits.
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct safety training.
• Oversee inventory control, stock management, cycle counts, and reconciliation.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and freight documentation, including bills of lading and shipping manifests.
• Prepare operational reports covering performance metrics, inventory levels, and incidents.
• Provide training, coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations for freight handling teams.

Skills

Freight Operations Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Multitasking

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Coaching & Mentoring

Documentation Management

Regulatory Compliance

Quality Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics or supply chain management

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Freight Operations Supervisor in Arkansas to oversee day-to-day freight handling, supervise staff, assign tasks, and coordinate loading/unloading to meet customer demands.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in logistics or related field, 3–5 years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, and proficiency with WMS/TMS and MS Office; compliance and safety knowledge are valued.