Logisitics Supervisor

London Approach; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

London Approach in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee daily trucking operations, routing, and driver coordination on-site. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with DOT rules, and maintaining high levels of customer service.

The position offers a $70,000 salary with a Tuesday–Saturday 1:00am–11:00am shift, and requires prior dispatching or routing experience plus strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in transportation dispatching or routing; East Coast regional experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of DOT rules and compliance requirements.
• Ability to coordinate multiple drivers, routes, deliveries, and changing priorities.
• Experience working in a union environment preferred.
• Commercial driving experience is a plus (Van, Sprinter, Class B or A).

Responsibilities

• Develop daily truck routes and driver schedules based on demand and resources.
• Coordinate driver staffing to meet daily workload.
• Communicate with Sales, Operations, Shipping, Office Management, and Yard to schedule deliveries.
• Monitor driver attendance, logs, and compliance with policies and DOT regulations.
• Utilize GPS and transportation systems to monitor routes and deliveries.
• Enter customer orders and process invoices using the Unix system.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding delivery schedules and ETAs.
• Conduct driver audits and review post-route documentation for accuracy.
• Prepare Route Analysis and Truck Load Analysis to improve efficiency and utilization.
• Monitor daily transportation activity and address scheduling, staffing, routing, and delivery issues.
• Identify operational challenges and propose process improvements.
• Promote a professional, safety-conscious, team-oriented work environment.
• Ensure transportation activities comply with DOT requirements.

Skills

Driver coordination

Route planning

DOT compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Unix system

GPS

Logistics software

Job description

Philadelphia , Pennsylvania Direct Hire Oct 1, 2026

The Transportation Supervisor will oversee daily transportation operations, including truck routing, driver coordination, scheduling, and delivery execution. This position plays a key role in ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant transportation operations while maintaining a high level of customer service.

Location:

Philadelphia, PA (on-site)

Salary:

$70,000

Schedule:

Tuesday – Saturday 1:00am – 11:00am

Key Responsibilities

• Develop daily truck routes and prepare the Daily Driver Schedule based on customer demand, delivery requirements, and available resources
• Coordinate driver staffing and coverage to meet daily workload and operational needs
• Communicate closely with Sales, Operations, Shipping, Office Management, and Yard personnel to coordinate loading, dispatch, and delivery schedules
• Monitor driver attendance, uniforms, logs, documentation, and compliance with company policies and DOT regulations
• Utilize GPS and transportation systems to monitor routes, track deliveries, and support efficient driver management
• Enter customer orders and process invoices using the Unix system
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding delivery schedules, ETAs, delays, and service-related concerns
• Conduct driver audits and review post-route documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Prepare and analyze Route Analysis and Truck Load Analysis to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and utilization
• Monitor daily transportation activity and proactively address scheduling, staffing, routing, and delivery issues
• Identify operational challenges and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, service, and overall transportation performance
• Promote a professional, safety-conscious, and team-oriented work environment
• Ensure transportation activities are conducted in accordance with company policies, DOT requirements, and applicable safety standards
• Perform additional transportation, dispatch, and operational duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Previous transportation dispatching or routing experience required; East Coast regional experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn and utilize transportation, GPS, order entry, and logistics systems
• Knowledge of DOT rules, regulations, and transportation compliance requirements
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple drivers, routes, deliveries, and changing priorities
• Previous experience working in a union environment preferred
• Commercial or professional driving experience is a plus, including Van, Sprinter, Class B, or Class A experience
• Ability to work collaboratively with drivers, customers, and cross-functional teams