Transportation Supervisor

FreshPoint Oahu, Ltd. (FreshPoint Hawaii, LLC); Arizona; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

US1634 Greco Arizona (Bellissimo Distribution, LLC) is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee delivery operations, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with DOT and safety standards. The role requires coordinating routes, managing schedules, and promoting efficient, compliant transportation practices.

The candidate should have 2–4 years of transportation experience, knowledge of FMCSR/DOT regulations, and strong leadership abilities to guide a team in a deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of transportation experience.
• Knowledge of FMCSR and DOT regulations.
• Ability to read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise transportation associates and safety per SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations (DOT, OSHA).
• Oversee labor hours and supplies within budget.
• Prepare work schedules and coordinate trainings.

Skills

DOT regulations

SOPs

Decision making

Team leadership

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Business/Supply chain degree preferred

Tools

SYGMA software

Spreadsheets/Word

Job description

Company: US1634 Greco Arizona (Bellissimo Distribution, LLC) Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 85031 Travel Percentage: 0

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco's actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides support to the transportation manager/director in supervising the activities related to delivery and backhauls. This includes, training and supervising transportation department associates, compliance with government regulations and promoting safety and security of the transportation department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the daily work and safety of transportation associates, including adherence to standard operating procedures, Food Safety Standards and preferred work methods, adherence to planned routes, and providing safe and efficient customer service.
• Ensures transportation associates' comply with local, state and federal regulatory agencies (i.e. DOT, OSHA, etc.) and ensures that electronic logs are kept current and accurate.
• Oversees labor hours and consumable supplies within budget.
• Prepares work schedules including extra work days and shifts as needed.
• Assists with the training of new associates, including cross-training of existing associates.
• Direct the proper selection and utilization of company assets in support of the delivery department.
• Coordinates required repairs with proper departments as necessary.
• Reviews delivery functions and productivity reporting; suggests efficiency ideas, cost reduction measures and assists with implementation of delivery changes.
• Interprets, trains and consistently enforces company policies, protocols and procedures including but not limited to food safety, DOT, record keeping, etc.
• Communicates with warehouse and customer service teams to collaboratively resolve any customer or delivery opportunities or issues.
• Visits customer locations and meets with customers to address issues and assess delivery difficulty.
• Maintains positive associate relations through regular department or pre-shift meetings;
• Keeps open communication channels with associates by answering questions and explaining policies and procedures.
• Monitors associate morale, along with submitting and responding to ideas to improve associate engagement and enablement.
• Works with safety manager to aid in training, conducting associate observations, up-dating preferred work methods, conducting accident investigations to determine root causes and routine safety inspections.
• Makes recommendations for corrective action and/or behavior modification where required.
• Performs management functions of staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews and/or terminations.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works outside of the normal schedule as required to meet workload demands.
• Performs the duties of associates supervised and other related duties as needed (and as qualified).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent degree; or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• 2 or 4-year college degree in business management, supply chain management or similar major preferred.

Experience

• 2-4 years of transportation experience and/or training.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Class A Commercial Driver's License is preferred but not required.
• Certificate of DOT regulations training is preferred.

Professional Skills

• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, DOT rules and regulations; preferred work methods and standard operating procedures (SOP); spreadsheet software and word processing software.
• Skilled in making independent decisions in support of company policies and procedures on time.
• Ability to successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
• Solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.
• Work in a disciplined manner and capable of following established procedures, practices and comply with local, state and federal regulations.
• Manage the pressures and stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere and customer service issues.
• Learn SYGMA technology software and programs.
• Read, comprehend, write and speak English.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Can read, analyze and interpret, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Physical Demand

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