Supervisor, Distribution

USA Today Co.; Canton, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

USA TODAY Co., Inc. in Canton, OH is seeking a Distribution Supervisor to oversee newspaper and insert distribution, coordinate print deliveries, and manage a fleet.

You will hire, supervise, and evaluate delivery drivers, ensuring safety and on-time performance in a fast-paced distribution environment. Responsibilities include enforcing DOT regulations, coordinating with distribution centers, and training staff to meet departmental goals.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to supervise and motivate personnel.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety standards in distribution.
• Experience in coordinating schedule and delivery operations.

Responsibilities

• Staff, supervise, and evaluate delivery drivers to ensure efficient newspaper and insert distribution.
• Coordinate commercial print deliveries with for-hire carriers and maintain vehicle fleet usage.
• Enforce safety, loading accuracy, and on-time performance across distribution centers.

Skills

Leadership

DOT Regulations

Delivery Ops

Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY , and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest , a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ , supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. If you are a California resident, you acknowledge that by applying for a job with us, this California Job Applicant Privacy Notice will apply to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com

Canton, OH

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Distribution Manager is responsible for staffing and carrying out efficient newspaper and insert distribution procedures. Verifies and processes alternate publication deliveries for Circulation.Coordinates commercial print deliveries and mailings.Oversees the utilization and maintenance of the vehicle fleet.Hires, oversees, and evaluates delivery drivers.Responsible for departmental driver and pallet jack training. Interacts with the Packaging Center to ensures departmental goals out-times are met.

JOB GOALS:

Ensures that loading and delivery operations are executed in a safe and accurate manner.Clear and consistent communication with distribution centers.Enforces DOT regulations for drivers.Responsible for alternate publication distributions to Circulation.
Coordinates commercial print delivery with for hire carriers.

SKILLS REQUIRED :

Good organizational and communication skills required. Ability to supervise and motivate personnel.Knowledge of Operations Department function, DOT regulation, schedules and policies is essential.Must be able to exercise independent judgement.

Must have a strong commitment to excellence, safety and customer service.Is expected to produce quality work.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Previous related experience helpful.

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individual’s application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at [e-mail] . Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.