Senior Logistics Operations Leader

Penske Logistics; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Logistics in Coppell, TX is seeking an operations supervisor to lead a team of drivers and hourly staff, ensuring daily tasks such as deliveries, loading, unloading, cross docking and customer service are performed efficiently and safely.

You will schedule work, monitor performance, review routes and fleet utilization, and participate in hiring and coaching. The role demands strong communication, adherence to DOT regulations, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related functional experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Strong written/oral communication and organizational skills are required.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate performance standards that are specific and measurable, Interview hourly associates and provide recommendations for hire, Monitor attendance, productivity, and other performance markers and provide counseling and/or recognition to associates as needed.
• Supervise logistics operations including customer service, freight loading and unloading, dispatch and proper documentation and procedure control, Evaluate and recommend changes in preferred work methods to increase productivity of dispatch/warehouse operations.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures such as inventory accuracy and control, returns, damages, etc, Understand the relationship between decision-making and profitability, Closely manage associates' working hours and activities to minimize overtime and to meet or exceed productivity targets.
• Ensure day-to-day management and associate activities are in alignment with the location safety strategy, Provide associates with communication, training, feedback, and direction to ensure safe performance, Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies and company policies and procedures.
• Understand the location-specific customer goals & objectives, Ensure the customer knows that we are committed to helping them meet their objectives, Determine areas that could benefit from Continuous Improvement efforts.
• Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of fleet/warehouse equipment, Work with hourly associates to ensure they understand safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Communication

Written & verbal

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Penske Logistics in Coppell, TX is seeking an operations supervisor to lead a team of drivers and hourly staff, ensuring daily tasks such as deliveries, loading, unloading, cross docking and customer service are performed efficiently and safely.

You will schedule work, monitor performance, review routes and fleet utilization, and participate in hiring and coaching. The role demands strong communication, adherence to DOT regulations, and a focus on continuous improvement.