Lead Transportation & Warehouse Operations

Inotiv; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Inotiv in Madison, WI is seeking a Supervisor, Transportation Operations to oversee daily transportation, warehouse, and distribution center activities. You will lead Team Leaders and frontline staff, coordinate shipments, and ensure on-time delivery and accuracy.

The role emphasizes DOT compliance, safety, inventory control, and continuous improvement. You will partner with the DC Manager to optimize operations, train employees, and respond to operational issues as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience in transportation, distribution, warehouse, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Valid driver's license and Class B CDL with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required DOT qualifications and certifications.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and coaching abilities; ability to collaborate across levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily transportation, warehouse, receiving, inventory, order fulfillment, and shipping operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
• Provide direct leadership, coaching, scheduling, training, and performance management for Team Leaders and frontline employees.
• Assign and prioritize daily work activities to meet objectives, productivity targets, and service commitments.
• Monitor transportation activities, route execution, and fleet utilization to ensure regulatory compliance and safety.
• Ensure customer orders are picked, staged, shipped, and delivered within standards; act as primary contact for shipment status and inquiries.
• Support inventory control activities, cycle counts, and reconciliation; monitor equipment conditions and coordinate maintenance.
• Respond to off-hours operational issues or emergencies and assist with route coverage as needed.

Job description

Inotiv in Madison, WI is seeking a Supervisor, Transportation Operations to oversee daily transportation, warehouse, and distribution center activities. You will lead Team Leaders and frontline staff, coordinate shipments, and ensure on-time delivery and accuracy.

The role emphasizes DOT compliance, safety, inventory control, and continuous improvement. You will partner with the DC Manager to optimize operations, train employees, and respond to operational issues as needed.