Transportation Supervisor

Kloeckner Metals Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee the distribution function of their branch. This role is crucial for ensuring timely and cost-efficient delivery of inventory and finished products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transportation, excellent communication skills, and a keen understanding of DOT regulations. You will manage a team, optimize routing and scheduling, and promote safety in the workplace. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about logistics, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in transportation, preferably in the steel industry.
• Strong knowledge of material processing and warehousing.

Responsibilities

• Oversees transportation of materials and finished goods to customers.
• Directs scheduling of shipments and compliance with DOT regulations.

Skills

Computer skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations

Organizational skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Transportation Supervisor coordinates and oversees the distribution function of a branch to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery of inventory and finished products by performing the following duties. This position reports to the Operations Manager and has a dotted line to the corporate Director of Fleet & Logistics.

Job Responsibilities

• Manages procedures for transportation of materials to processing and production areas and transportation of finished goods to the customers

• Promotes safe work activities by conducting safety audits, attending branch safety meetings, or meeting with individual staff members

• Determines the most efficient and economical routing and mode of transportation

• Directs scheduling of shipments and notifies involved departments and/or customer of arrival dates

• Negotiates and authorize contracts with equipment and materials suppliers, and monitor contract fulfillment

• Plans, organizes, and manages the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements

• Oversees the compliance of Department of Transportation rules and regulations

• Oversees the maintenance of our truck fleet by working with the leasing company

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Computer skills

• Excellent communication skills

• HS Diploma or GED

• 3+ years' experience in transportation, steel industry preferred

• Knowledge of Department of Transportation "DOT" rules and regulations

• Strong knowledge of material processing and warehousing

• Excellent math, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to meet workflow requirements & shipping schedule

Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility

Demonstrated reliable work history

Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks

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