Transportation Manager

Stevie Buckley Consultancy Inc

San Juan (PR)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A logistics consultancy firm is seeking a Transportation and Dispatch Supervisor in San Juan. The ideal candidate will oversee scheduling, coordinate the dispatch team, and ensure timely deliveries. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience in a similar role. The position requires strong knowledge of supply chain management, proficiency in MS Office and SAP, and excellent problem-solving skills. This is a full-time, on-site position offering government-mandated benefits like health insurance.

Qualifications

At least three years of experience as a Transportation and Dispatch Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Ensure efficient scheduling and monitoring of daily deliveries.
Oversee the dispatch team and delivery fleet.
Prepare and manage delivery schedules based on Sales Orders.
Assign delivery trucks, drivers, and helpers as needed.
Prepare trip tickets and provide meal allowances for delivery personnel.
Review overtime permits submitted by delivery staff.
Summarize daily timekeeping records for payroll processing.
Manage petty cash funds and oversee replenishment.
Coordinate with external truckers for large volumes of deliveries.
Monitor vehicle registration renewals based on expiry dates.
Perform other related tasks as directed.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office applications

Knowledge in SAP

Strong understanding of Supply Chain and Inventory Management

Experience in Forecasting and Budgeting

High attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (business or logistics-related course preferred)

Job description

On-site - San Juan 3-5 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

The Transportation and Dispatch Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the efficient scheduling, coordination, and monitoring of daily deliveries. This role oversees the dispatch team and delivery fleet to guarantee timely and accurate distribution of goods while maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and manage delivery schedules based on Sales Orders (SO) submitted by the Sales Department.
Assign delivery trucks, drivers, and helpers according to daily operational requirements.
Prepare trip tickets and provide meal allowances for delivery personnel.
Review and endorse overtime permits submitted by delivery staff for approval by the MCD Manager.
Summarize daily timekeeping records of extra workers for submission to HR & Admin for payroll processing.
Prepare daily summaries of outbound delivery schedules per truck, indicating customers and destinations.
Manage petty cash funds and oversee their replenishment and weekly expense reporting.
Review and recommend approval of leave applications filed by delivery personnel.
Coordinate with external truckers to accommodate large volumes of deliveries.
Monitor and ensure timely vehicle registration renewals based on expiry dates.
Perform other related tasks and special assignments as directed by the MCD Manager.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (any business or logistics-related course preferred)
Experience: At least three (3) years of experience as a Transportation and Dispatch Supervisor
Proficient in MS Office applications
Knowledge in SAP
Strong understanding of Supply Chain and Inventory Management
Experience in Forecasting and Budgeting
High attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills