Onsite Transportation Supervisor

Lineage; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 62,353 - 92,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Annual bonus eligibility

7 holidays per year

Job summary

Lineage in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee ELD performance, ensure DOT compliance, and support drivers while coordinating routing and daily operations. This role relies on strong organizational skills and proficient computer use.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree with 2+ years in transportation and at least 1 year in a supervisory role, plus experience with scheduling and routing software.

Qualifications

• Educational background: Associate's degree with a minimum of two (2) years of transportation or related experience, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ELD performance and collaborate with ELD Coordinator to resolve issues.
• Ensure DOT compliance and maintain updated logs for driver review.
• Support drivers and resolve issues on and off the road.
• Review backhaul assignments and adjust routing or delivery plans.
• Coordinate time off requests with management.
• Ensure driver documentation is accurate daily.
• Collaborate with Logistics to optimize routing.
• Review communications and resolve daily issues.
• Analyze driver performance and provide recommendations.
• Assist Transportation Manager and supervise Dispatchers.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Safety and compliance knowledge

Employee development

Education

Associate's degree with 2+ years transportation experience, 1 year supervisory

Tools

MS Office Suite

Scheduling software

Routing software

Job description

Pay Range: 62,353.20 - 92,900.00

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• ELD Performance Oversight: Oversee, evaluate, and ensure ELD performance while working with the ELD Coordinator to resolve any issues.
• DOT Compliance: Communicate, review, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations; maintain updated logs for driver review.
• Driver Support: Resolve driver issues and needs, both on and off the road.
• Routing Adjustments: Review backhaul assignments and make necessary adjustments to routing or delivery plans.
• Time Off Coordination: Coordinate time off requests with appropriate management personnel.
• Documentation Accuracy: Ensure driver documentation is completed accurately on a daily basis.
• Efficient Routing: Collaborate with Logistics to establish and optimize efficient routing.
• Daily Issue Management: Review the communication log and address any open issues daily.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze driver performance and provide recommendations to appropriate personnel.
• Supervisory Support: Assist the Transportation Manager in carrying out supervisory responsibilities, including directing Dispatchers and resolving departmental personnel issues.
• Project Management: Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, And Skills

• Organizational Skills: Demonstrated ability to stay organized and work with minimal supervision.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy with a commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Computer Proficiency: Good computer skills, including MS Office Suite, scheduling software, and routing software.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Safety and Compliance Knowledge: Knowledge of driver safety and DOT compliance requirements.
• Employee Development: Ability to motivate and develop employees.

Education and Experience

• Educational Background: Associate's degree with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in transportation or a related role, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Industry Experience: Experience in the food industry is preferred.

Benefits

Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.