Transportation Supervisor

Foodauthority; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Foodauthority is seeking a Transportation Supervisor in Melville, NY to lead our transportation team. You will design efficient delivery routes, assign drivers, and supervise operations to ensure timely deliveries. The ideal candidate will have 2-5+ years of experience in the transportation industry, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of DOT regulations. This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including nights and weekends. A competitive salary of $120k-$130k is offered depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience in transportation/distribution.
• Experience managing drivers preferred.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, or holidays when needed.

Responsibilities

• Design smart, efficient delivery routes.
• Assign drivers based on schedules and capacity.
• Dispatch drivers and track progress.
• Analyze fuel usage and performance metrics.
• Supervise drivers and helpers.
• Train drivers on safety and customer service.
• Evaluate performance and support team growth.

Skills

Leadership and communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Experience in transportation/distribution

Attention to detail

Job description

Food Authority Transportation Supervisor

Hours: 7 PM - 5AM

Days: Schedule 5 days a week may include weekends.

Salary: $120k-$130K DOE

What You’ll Do

As a key leader in our transportation team, you’ll keep our operations moving smoothly and efficiently:

• Design smart, efficient delivery routes that save time and maximize productivity
• Assign drivers and vehicles strategically based on schedules, locations, and capacity
• Dispatch drivers and track progress to ensure on-time, reliable deliveries
• Analyze fuel usage, mileage, and performance metrics to boost efficiency
• Supervise drivers and helpers with clear guidance and support
• Train drivers on safety, navigation, and customer service excellence
• Evaluate performance and help team members grow and succeed

What You Bring

• Strong leadership and communication skills—you know how to motivate a team
• 2-5+ years of experience in transportation/distribution
• Experience with DOT regulations and compliance
• Previous experience managing drivers preferred
• Sharp problem-solving skills and the ability to juggle priorities
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, or holidays when needed