Management Training Program, Operations Supervisor

ArcBest Corporation; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company through their Management Training Program as an Operations Supervisor. This immersive 15-week program offers comprehensive training on operational supervision, safety, and transportation procedures at one of over 240 service centers nationwide. You'll gain hands-on experience by observing operational shifts and collaborating with account managers on client presentations. This role is ideal for individuals eager to develop their skills in a dynamic environment focused on creativity, integrity, and excellence. After training, you'll be positioned as an Operations Supervisor, paving the way for a rewarding career in logistics and management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain management preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite required.

Responsibilities

• Foster safe handling and storage of hazardous materials.
• Plan and supervise resources for timely loading/unloading of freight.
• Provide training and performance feedback to team members.

Skills

Active Learning

Customer Focus

Effective Communications

Problem Solving

Solutions and Services

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

(Amount listed is the base range and may differ by location.)

Job Description
When joining our Management Training Program, you will join the company as an Operations Supervisor. The program is a 15-week program and you will be trained on every aspect of our company and industry from a service center perspective. You will be working at one of our 240 nationwide Service Centers. Willingness to relocate is key to this program. Your training is centered around learning the role of front-line operational supervisors and gaining new insight into safety, maintenance, and transportation procedures. This orientation enables you to observe supervisors during the operational shifts (inbound, outbound, city, and DC) of an ABF Freight Service Center. You will also have a glimpse into Sales by spending time with ArcBest Account Managers. By accompanying account managers on client presentations, you will learn the dynamics of proactively managing ArcBest accounts. After training, you will be placed in one of our more than 240 facilities across the continental United States as an Operations Supervisor. Those in our top management positions all paved their way by developing and strengthening their own abilities throughout their ArcBest and ABF Freight careers.

Responsibilities

• Foster safe handling, loading, unloading, and storage of hazardous materials.
• Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment.
• Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.
• Plan, supervise, and control available resources associated with the timely, damage-free, and safe loading/unloading of freight on assigned shifts.
• Support our values-driven culture focused on creativity, integrity, collaboration, growth, excellence, and wellness.
• Maintain appropriate load plan and ensure proper load balance for safe vehicle operation.
• Other duties and projects, as assigned.
• Assign job tasks to workers according to unloading and loading schedules.
• Coordinate work assignments and monitor performances.
• Provide training, performance feedback, and disciplinary recommendations, as needed.
• Provide a clean, safe working environment for all personnel and visiting customers.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, required.

Additional Requirements:

• General knowledge of freight, imports, exports, and proper freight handling techniques preferred.
• Must be willing to relocate, required.

Competencies:

• Active Learning
• Customer Focus
• Effective Communications
• Problem Solving
• Solutions and Services

Other Details
Work Hours:

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

Compensation:

• This is a salary position paid biweekly.

About Us
ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence.