Transportation Supervisor

GSC Wholesale LLC; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is seeking a Private Fleet Supervisor of Transportation in Coppell, TX. You will lead drivers and hourly teammates, drive performance, and coordinate with shipping, receiving, safety, and maintenance to execute daily plans and maintain a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities include coaching, monitoring yard operations, and ensuring DOT compliance while optimizing cost and service. Strong communication across functions is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics & Transportation required.
• 2–5 years supervising fleet or transportation operations.
• Experience with yard management and DOT regulations.
• Strong cross-functional communication and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead drivers and hourly associates to optimal performance.
• Coach through performance issues and assist in process improvement / obstacle resolution.
• Monitor yard operations to align with warehouse needs.
• Ensure DOT compliance and safety protocols.

Skills

DOT regulations

MS Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

TMS experience

Cross-functional comm

Team engagement

Yard management

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Logistics & Transportation

Tools

Manhattan TMS

Job description

Position Overview A Private Fleet Supervisor of Transportation is responsible for the execution of day to day operational plans set forth by the transportation department. They will provide direction and support to fellow transportation team members- playing a critical role in promoting engagement across the department and in removing obstacles. They directly influence improving the experience our associates have while at work. The supervisor will communicate with other functional areas such as shipping, receiving, safety, customer service, maintenance and routing to ensure we are set up to win the day. They are the initial escalation point for operational issues that may arise during the course of executing the plan. In addition, this role will educate and promote proper work behaviors and procedures to maintain a culture of safety in the workplace environment, to include DOT compliance.

Job Description Description Responsible for championing a team of drivers and hourly associates to optimal performance. Focus on engaging associates and tracking of key metrics. Coach through performance issues and assist in process improvement / obstacle resolution.Maximize the customer experience while controlling costs (provide service that meets/exceeds expectation at the lowest possible cost). Steward Professional Driver Trainers focused on onboarding / mentoring newly hired drivers and completing annual training as outlined by our corporate safety program. Responsible for monitoring yard operations and ensuring alignment with warehouse needs. Monitor yard jockeys so they meet performance expectations while following prescribed best practices and safety guidelines set forth by the company. Complete routine observations and audits to ensure that drivers perform pre and post trips of equipment, complete all work assignments in a safe, timely and efficient manner. Promote accurate and complete use of transportation management systems Support and assist the Safety Specialist with Driver Qualification files, driver log accuracy and execution of the company's drug and alcohol testing protocol.

• Travel Required:Yes
• Environment Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)
• Warehouse : Store/Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)
• Skills Specialized Knowledge : Familiar with DOT laws and regulations
• Special Skills : MS Office. Effective verbal and written communication skills, Manhattan TMS experience preferred
• Physical abilities: : Other: : Strong ability to communicate cross functionally Strong focus on team engagement and timely engagement on performance and functional goals : Ability to maintain strong internal and external customer relationships
• Years Of Experience 2-5 : Supervising fleet or transportation operations 2-5 : Working with transportation and DOT regulations 2-5 : Experience with yard management and fleet operations 2-5 : Supervising teams of individual contributors
• Qualifications Bachelor's Degree - Logistics & Transportation Shift 1st Shift (United States of America) Company GSC Wholesale LLC

About Our Company Grocers Supply, based in Houston, is the largest wholesale grocery supplier in Texas, supplying over 900 independent grocery stores. Grocers Supply serves customers of all sizes, from single store independent retailers to chains, such as: Fiesta, FoodTown, Market Basket, Cox Foodarama / La Fiesta, Sellers Brothers, Minyard Food Stores, G. E. Foodland, and El Rio Grande. Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with GSC Wholesale, LLC. GSC Wholesale, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisee under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.