Transportation Supervisor

Saddle Creek Logistics Services; Harrisburg, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA

401(k) match

Vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Short term disability

Job summary

Saddle Creek Logistics Services in Harrisburg, NC is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead a night dispatch team in a fast-paced environment. You will manage drivers and hourly staff, monitor performance, and ensure on-time deliveries. The role requires leadership, strong communication, problem-solving, and Lean principles.

A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; Lean Six Sigma training is a plus. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement within a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience with change management.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and motivational skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet operational goals.
• Excellent organization and multi-tasking abilities; cross-training readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead a night dispatch team of drivers and hourly staff.
• Monitor KPI performance and drive cost controls.
• Ensure safety and DOT compliance while maintaining service levels.
• Communicate goals and feedback to team; coach and mentor staff.
• Support process improvements and Lean initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

LEAN principles

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-based applications

Job-specific software

Job description

## Transportation SupervisorApply: Harrisburg, NC: Full time: Posted 4 Days Ago: R28713**Why Work for Saddle Creek?**Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you’re looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today.*Note that if you are viewing this posting on an external job board (such as Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, etc.), unless specifically stated in the posting, the provided salary **estimates** may not be accurate as they are not provided by Saddle Creek. Our recruiters look forward to speaking with you about your background, skills, and compensation requirements.***Department:** Transportation**Location:** Harrisburg, NC**Shift:** 8:00PM- 5:00AM Tuesday- Saturday **What you will do:*** Manage and lead a team of drivers and hourly associates in a fast-paced dispatch team environment* Assist our wide range of clients with the needs and demands of their supply chains* Ensure acceptable levels of performance in assigned business unit by meeting or exceeding productivity standards and cost control management* Ensure exceptional customer service by meeting key performance indicators (efficiency of drivers and equipment, DOT HOS, customer delivery requirements, etc.) for assigned area of responsibility* Achieve performance goals through KPI monitoring, promote LEAN principles, and process improvement* Lead and maintain a clean, professional, and safe work environment* Meet or exceed SCLS corporate safety goals as well as DOT regulations* Effectively communicate goals, expectations, areas for improvement, and successes to associates* Coach, train, and mentor associates allowing them the opportunity to grow and develop* Conduct annual performance reviews**Our ideal candidate will have...*** 2+ years of previous experience in a leadership role with a track record of implementing and managing change* Listening skills and strong abilities to collaborate, communicate and motivate others to accomplish goals* Demonstrated success in problem-solving and decision-making to overcome obstacles and maximize opportunities* Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment while focusing on exceeding operational goals* Strong organization and multi-tasking skills, agility, and ability to be cross-trained to do more where needed **It’s not required, but it would be even better if you have...*** Bachelor’s Degree (High School Diploma or GED required)* Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement training and experience* Supply chain/logistics experience is a plus but not required* Technical savvy (intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based, and job-specific software applications. #LI-LB1.## **Benefits:*** Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA, and medical reimbursement* Annual bonus eligibility* 401(k) match* Vacation and holiday pay* Employee assistance and identity theft protection* Career development and opportunity for internal promotions* Tuition reimbursement for further education* Company paid life insurance and short term disabilitySaddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity employer and an Affirmative Action employer, as required by law. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, color, religious creed, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, medical condition, military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster here. View the E-Verify Posting here.Saddle Creek is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know your contact information and the nature of your request.