Supervisor, Transportation

HD Supply; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Supply is seeking a delivery operations supervisor to direct and coordinate the distribution center’s delivery activities. You will supervise drivers, manage routes, ensure DOT and hazmat compliance, and oversee fleet maintenance.

The role requires leadership of a driver team, adherence to safety policies, and hands-on coaching to improve performance. Some overnight travel may be required at times. This position is based at the distribution center in South Carolina.

Qualifications

• Experience leading delivery driver teams in a distribution environment.
• Knowledge of DOT and hazmat safety requirements.
• Ability to optimize routes and oversee fleet maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct and train the delivery driver team.
• Ensure compliance with safety, hazmat and DOT requirements.
• Manage routes for cost-efficient delivery operations.
• Oversee and perform routine vehicle inspections and keep records.
• Coach and develop delivery drivers, including on-route evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Safety compliance

Fleet maintenance

Coaching

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

Job description

Job Summary

Direct and coordinate the dedicated delivery operations at the distribution center, including direct supervision of the delivery drivers, route management, DOT and Hazardous Material compliance, and fleet maintenance.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Leads, directs and trains the delivery driver team.
• Ensures compliance with all safety, hazmat and DOT requirements.
• Manages routes to ensure the most cost efficient delivery operations.
• Oversees and performs routine vehicle inspection and maintains proper records.
• Coaches and develops delivery drivers, including accompanying drivers on routes for evaluation purposes.

Nature and Scope

• Experience provides solutions.
• Ensures that work is performed consistently with company policies and procedures.
• Leads a group or team of support, craft, or lower level professional associates.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in a physical environment. Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes. Ability to make repetitive movements, such as using a 10-key or calculator, bending, or squatting.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 5+ years of experience in a related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.