Freight Operations Supervisor: On-Time, Safe Deliveries

FedEx Freight; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a proactive supervisor to lead, educate and develop a team ensuring on-time, damage-free shipments. You will monitor performance, plan daily manpower, and coordinate with colleagues to meet service standards, quotes, and safety compliance.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and organizational skills, with familiarity in LTL operations, DOT/OSHA regulations, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to travel as needed.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of LTL Industry, DOT Rules and Regulations, OSHA Laws, Hazardous Materials Regulations, NMFC and Tariff Rules, as well as company policies and procedures, preferred.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Multi-tasked oriented and possess good organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, educate and develop company employees focusing on retention and growth.
• Supervise and direct employee work with a focus on quality, customer deliverables and safety performance.
• Address unsafe acts/conditions and apply corrective action as needed.
• Plan daily manpower needs and set schedules for on-time, damage-free deliveries and pickups.
• Communicate assignments clearly to all employees.
• Monitor service freight and ensure cut time compliance.
• Identify opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiencies while maintaining safety standards.
• Assist customers with rate quotes, claim information and setting appointments.
• Collect and report performance data and create reports.
• Build relationships with business partners to meet service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a proactive supervisor to lead, educate and develop a team ensuring on-time, damage-free shipments. You will monitor performance, plan daily manpower, and coordinate with colleagues to meet service standards, quotes, and safety compliance.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and organizational skills, with familiarity in LTL operations, DOT/OSHA regulations, and Microsoft Office.