Overnight Logistics Lead: Route & Driver Coaching

Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee discounts

Commuter Benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Supervisor III to oversee overnight transportation operations, route planning, driver supervision, and regulatory compliance to ensure on-time deliveries.

You will coach drivers, dispatch the night shift, optimize routes, monitor KPI metrics, and uphold DOT safety standards in a fast-paced refrigerated environment.

This role requires 2–5 years in transportation, a valid CDL and DOT medical card; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or distribution operations.
• Active driver's license and DOT medical card.
• Prior driver, dispatch, routing or transportation supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience using routing software and/or transportation management systems preferred.
• Proven leadership skills to guide and support a team effectively.
• Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills, essential for managing various challenges.
• Ability to make independent decisions in line with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily routes to ensure efficient, cost-effective operations.
• Monitor routing performance and identify opportunities to improve structure and reduce delays.
• Coordinate with night warehouse operations to stage routes for dispatch.
• Collaborate with Router to improve route design and delivery performance.
• Communicate with after-hours vendors and 1st shift.
• Supervise and coach night and yard staff during overnight operations.
• Provide real-time support to drivers and resolve customer service issues.
• Monitor driver scorecards for On-Time Deliveries and Stops Delivered.
• Ensure DOT compliance and promote safe driving practices.

Job description

Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Supervisor III to oversee overnight transportation operations, route planning, driver supervision, and regulatory compliance to ensure on-time deliveries.

You will coach drivers, dispatch the night shift, optimize routes, monitor KPI metrics, and uphold DOT safety standards in a fast-paced refrigerated environment.

This role requires 2–5 years in transportation, a valid CDL and DOT medical card; bilingual skills are a plus.