SR Route Supervisor

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Route Supervisor in Indiana to lead daily dispatch, coordinate drivers, and monitor freight movement to ensure on-time delivery.

You will act as the hub for driver, customer, and warehouse communication, addressing exceptions and maintaining service levels. The ideal candidate has 0–3+ years in dispatch or logistics, strong communication skills, and a working knowledge of TMS/dispatch tools and Excel.

Qualifications

• 0–3+ years in dispatch, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution (transportation/route coordination experience a plus).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required).
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proven ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily dispatch: Coordinate routes, assign drivers, and monitor freight movements to meet service windows and KPIs.
• Be the communication hub: primary contact for drivers, customers, and warehouse teams; provide timely updates on exceptions and ETAs.
• Manage material flow: track inbound/outbound loads, reconcile discrepancies, escalate risks to maintain on-time performance.
• Ensure safety and compliance: reinforce DOT/OSHA standards; address infractions and coach for improvement.
• Optimize resources: build driver and equipment schedules; balance workloads to maximize productivity and control costs.
• Problem-solve in real time: triage service issues (breakdowns, delays, accessorial), initiate corrective actions, document incidents.
• Report and improve: maintain operational records and contribute ideas to improve on-time service, quality, and cost.

Skills

Dispatch experience

Logistics knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

TMS/Dispatch tools

Excel/Sheets

Job description

## SR Route SupervisorApplylocations: UD-STONEBRIDGE, INtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR129470Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow? Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains. Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area. Apply today to become part of the Universal team!Universal Dedicated, Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of asset‐based and asset‐light logistics solutions across North America. Our teams leverage industry expertise and advanced technology to deliver customized transportation and supply‐chain services that drive efficiency, accuracy, and value for our customers.Our operation is based in Yoder, Indiana and supports General Motors. We play a key role in their transportation network by managing shuttle movements between facilities, coordinating drivers and dispatch, and ensuring consistent, on-time delivery to GM assembly plants.**Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:*** **Lead daily dispatch**: Coordinate routes, assign drivers, and monitor the movement of freight to meet service windows and customer KPIs.* **Be the communication hub**: Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers, the customer, and warehouse teams; provide timely updates on exceptions and ETAs.* **Manage material flow**: Track inbound/outbound loads, reconcile discrepancies, and escalate risks to maintain on‐time performance.* **Ensure safety and compliance**: Reinforce company policies and DOT/OSHA standards; address infractions and coach for improvement.* **Optimize resources**: Build driver and equipment schedules; balance workloads to maximize productivity and control costs.* **Problem‐solve in real time**: Triage service issues (breakdowns, delays, accessorial), initiate corrective actions, and document incidents accurately.* **Report and improve**: Maintain precise operational records (manifests, logs, metrics) and contribute ideas to improve on‐time service, quality, and cost.**The ideal candidate should possess the following:*** 0–3+ years in dispatch, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution (transportation/route coordination experience a plus).* Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required).* Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.* Strong problem‐solving, analytical, and attention‐to‐detail skills.* Proven ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast‐paced environment.* Leadership mindset with the ability to coach and support front‐line teams.* Working knowledge of TMS/dispatch tools, basic Excel/Sheets, and comfort with dashboards and KPIs.### About UsUniversal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULH) is a holding company that owns subsidiaries engaged in providing a variety of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Our operating subsidiaries provide customers with supply chain solutions that can be scaled to meet their changing demands and volumes. Universal’s consolidated subsidiaries offer customers a broad array of services across the entire supply chain, including Contract Logistics, Dedicated Transportation, Intermodal, and Trucking.