Transportation Supervisor

Safeway; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

Health and financial well-being benefit

Paid time off

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead dispatchers and drivers, ensuring safe operations and regulatory compliance. You will coordinate staffing, oversee equipment needs, and collaborate with multiple departments in a fast-paced distribution setting.

Strong leadership and knowledge of OSHA/DOT regulations are essential, with proficiency in TMS systems and Excel. The role requires flexibility to work nights and weekends, with opportunities for training and career

Qualifications

• High school graduate; Bachelor's or 5 years supervisory trucking experience preferred
• 3+ years progressive trucking/retail supervision experience preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA & DOT safety regulations, sanitation, and food safety (management level)
• Experience with TMS fleet routing optimization software (Prospero, One Network & CAMS) and fleet on-board systems (XATA)
• Experience using warehouse management system to interact with TMS
• Strong math skills and willingness to learn new programs
• Ability to make decisions quickly and cost effectively
• Proven leadership with 30+ reports and cross-department coordination
• Proactive, energetic, and customer-service oriented
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Excel

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and supervise transportation personnel to achieve goals
• Schedule coverage to support business needs (weekends, holidays, nights)
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety regulations
• Train and mentor dispatchers and drivers
• Coordinate with other departments within the distribution center and retail
• Maintain accurate documentation of transportation operations and personnel
• Manage equipment and manpower requirements for daily needs
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives
• Supervise drivers and monitor driving safety and performance
• Foster an inclusive, high-energy work environment

Skills

Leadership

Transportation supervision

Interpersonal / communication skills

Analytical math

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent supervisory experience

Tools

Prospero

One Network

CAMS

XATA

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Main Responsibilities

• Commitment to providing and maintaining a safe work environment
• Lead, coach, and supervise transportation personnel to attain specific goals and measurable results
• Must be able to work a schedule to support the business (including weekends, holidays, and nights)
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Train and develop dispatchers and drivers, identifying and mentoring high potential candidates
• Successful interaction between other departments within the distribution center and retail
• Maintain positive associate relations
• Provide superior service to our customers
• Determine equipment and manpower requirements for daily operational needs
• Maintain capital assets in an as-designed condition in a cost-effective manner
• Implement new and monitor existing initiatives to reduce cost
• Supervise and dispatch drivers
• Work with drivers to maintain safe and courteous driving skills / facilitate meetings and development workshops
• Ensure accuracy within transportation operations
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA, DOT, Sanitation and Food Safety regulations
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of transportation operations and personnel

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Possess The Following

• High school graduate; Bachelors or 5 years supervisory experience in trucking as equivalent preferred
• 3 plus years experience of progressive trucking experience / grocery retail preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA & DOT safety regulations, sanitation, and food safety - Management Level
• Strong technical skills and experience with TMS fleet routing optimization software (Prospero, One Network & CAMS preferred) as well as fleet on-board computer systems (XATA preferred).
• Experience using warehouse management system to interact with TMS
• Excellent math skills
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn new programs and procedures
• Ability to make decisions quickly and cost effectively
• Possess strong resolution skills and have the ability to take decisive action
• Excellent written and oral interpersonal/communication skills
• Proven leadership ability to encompass a minimum 3+ years experience managing 30+ reports
• Able to chart, forecast, plan, manage, and measure day-to-day operations
• Able to effectively interact with multiple levels within the distribution center and within the company
• Exhibits initiative and a high energy for innovation, exemplary customer service skills, and resourcefulness
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite to include high level of Excel proficiency

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values

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