Transportation Supervisor

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead a team of transport drivers delivering to PepsiCo distribution centers. You will interface with carriers, manage forecasts, and drive cost improvement projects while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

This role requires at least five years in related field or a bachelor’s degree, plus strong communication and leadership skills. Flexibility for early mornings, evenings, and weekends is expected, and U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in related field or a bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation operations.
• Experience managing front-line employees.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of transport drivers to deliver products to PepsiCo distribution centers in a safe, efficient and productive manner.
• Interface with carriers and drive cost improvement projects.
• Manage transportation forecasts and cost center analysis.
• Support facilities on transportation matters and productivity targets.
• Maintain safety standards and training for department staff.

Skills

DOT regulations

Customer service

People management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators and history makers. The ground breakers of the Supply Chain & Logistics space.

We are a diverse group, spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Quaker and Gatorade.

We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities and our business practices. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set.

We are a think tank, bringing our ideas into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety… all while meeting the demands of our customers and consumers to deliver the best products. At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole.

Are you hungry to be a part of the world’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the Possibilities of PepsiCo.

Responsibilities

Transportation Supervisor contributes to the success of PepsiCo by supervising a team of transport drivers to deliver product to Company's distribution centers in a safe, efficient and productive manner.

• Provide local interface and direction for dedicated carrier on issues and improvement projects.
• Assume ownership for financial forecasts and analysis related to the transportation cost center.
• Provide support to Market Unit facilities on transportation matters including but not limited to: Identification and achievement of assigned productivity/cost improvement targets; resource requirements planning; wait time reduction.
• Develop effective relationships with internal customers (i.e. sales, logistics, plant, satellite warehouses etc.)
• Provide location assistance for proper utilization of transportation tools such as rate and route guides.
• Resolve outstanding freight bills.
• Maintain equipment appearance and safety standards: instruct and train all company assigned to transport department in proper safety procedures and regulations; direct employees in identifying and correcting any unsafe conditions; eliminate avoidable accidents and improve department's performance.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $73,600 - $123,150.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of related field and/or a bachelor’s degree
• Knowledge of DOT (Department Of Transportation) regulations Transportation experience dealing with legal, regulatory and operational issues, including customer service, logistics and carrier operations
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience managing front-line employees
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends
• Strong communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and influence management skills
• Incumbent should have a strong customer focus and be results driven.
• Incumbent must be able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks without losing momentum while also completing all daily tasks efficiently and effectively.
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

EEO Statement

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.