Supervisor, Freight Operations - FAC Shift

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking a Supervisor for Freight Operations to oversee freight activities. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a related environment, and knowledge of LTL policies is a plus. The role includes developing work procedures and managing employee schedules. A competitive compensation package and full health benefits are offered from day one.

Benefits

Full health insurance benefits available on day one

401(k) option with company match

Competitive compensation package

Education assistance

Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year

Qualifications

• 2 years of related work experience in a warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation, or similar environment.
• Knowledge of the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry, hazardous materials regulations, and DOT rules and regulations.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic work procedures to meet evolving demands.
• Evaluate and supervise workloads and tasks.
• Ensure production goals are met by managing tonnage and payroll.

Skills

Warehouse management

Workforce supervision

Knowledge of LTL regulations

Leadership and communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Distribution, or Logistics

Job description

Supervisor, Freight Operations - FAC Shift

XPO is seeking a Supervisor, Freight Operations to lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of related work experience in a warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation, or similar environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic work procedures to meet the evolving demands of the department
• Evaluate, manage, assign, and supervise workloads and tasks
• Supervise hourly staff across various operations and act as primary point of contact for workplace concerns and questions
• Ensure production goals are met by managing tonnage, payroll, and other administrative functions
• Plan hourly employee schedules to meet daily operations goals and lower costs
• Enforce all company, FMCSR, OSHA, CCMTA, NSC, and DOT policies, rules, regulations, and laws

Qualifications:

• 2 years of related work experience in a warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation, or similar environment
• Knowledge of the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry, hazardous materials regulations, and DOT rules and regulations
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Distribution, or Logistics, or 4 years of related work or military experience
• 2 years of supervisory experience
• LTL industry experience
• Positive attitude with the ability to multitask and motivate your team
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and administrative skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

XPO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.