Operations Supervisor: Lean Logistics & Team Leadership

RXO; Burton (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with up to 5%

Pre-tax accounts

Disability and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career and Leadership Development

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

RXO is seeking a Supervisor, Operations in Michigan to lead daily transportation and logistics activities within a private fleet framework. You will oversee Load Planners, dispatch drivers, and address issues affecting performance and customer satisfaction.

You’ll drive Lean process improvements, coach staff, and ensure safety and compliance while coordinating cross-functional teams across accounts. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in transportation or logistics.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field may be required.
• Experience with a Transportation Management System (TMS) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and supplier performance.
• Supervise Load Planners, dispatch drivers, and dockworkers.
• Investigate and resolve issues impacting performance and customer satisfaction.
• Lead Lean process improvements to reduce costs and boost efficiency.
• Schedule workload based on customer input and supplier disputes.
• Monitor supplier on-time shipping performance and prepare analytics.
• Hire, train, appraise, and discipline staff; maintain a safe work environment.
• Document and report issues to management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Lean concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Staff coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Oracle Transportation Management

Job description

RXO is seeking a Supervisor, Operations in Michigan to lead daily transportation and logistics activities within a private fleet framework. You will oversee Load Planners, dispatch drivers, and address issues affecting performance and customer satisfaction.

You’ll drive Lean process improvements, coach staff, and ensure safety and compliance while coordinating cross-functional teams across accounts. Strong leadership and communication are essential.