Transportation Supervisor

Talentify; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Transportation Incorporated, the PTI unit serving Perdue Foods, seeks a Transportation Supervisor to lead 50–100 professional drivers and oversee yard assets while ensuring safe, compliant, on-time movement of agricultural products.

This hands-on leadership role requires driving performance, developing teams, and maintaining a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of FMCSA and DOT guidelines.
• Supervisory or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Review safety systems to meet safety compliance goals.
• Coach drivers and manage driver performance.
• Oversee DOT and FMCSA standards and audits.
• Manage trailers and fleet assets at locations.
• Lead new hire orientation and onboarding steps.
• Review daily KPI reports on fleet efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or 10 years of relevant experience

Tools

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Job description

Perdue Transportation Incorporated (PTI) is the transportation service and logistics provider for Perdue Foods. PTI's team is comprised of support staff and private fleet drivers. All drivers and team members are safety-minded and deliver on our promise for customer service and reliability each day. Perdue Transportation Inc. is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Drive safe, efficient, and reliable transportation operations across Perdue Foods and AgriBusiness. As a Transportation Supervisor, you will lead and support a team of 50-100 Professional Drivers while overseeing critical yard assets and ensuring the seamless movement of agricultural products. You will manage 24/7 transportation operations, champion safety and regulatory compliance, and partner closely with drivers and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional service and operational performance. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing high-performing teams, and is committed to developing people, driving results, and fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Review safety systems to ensure drivers meet or exceed safety compliance goals.
• Coach drivers who fall below industry guidelines.
• Manage compliance with all DOT and FMCSA standards for driver requirements.
• Complete audits on driver safety expectations aligned with DOT, FMCSA, and Perdue Fleet Safety standards.
• Manage trailer inventories at Perdue and third-party freezer locations.
• Facilitate new hire orientation and complete onboarding steps, including ride-along and 30-, 60-, and 90-day follow-ups.
• Review and manage daily KPI reports on fleet efficiency, including backhauls, loads per driver, empty miles, downtime, and on-time delivery.
• Review driver's paperwork and ensure all daily expectations are met.
• Provide constructive feedback to drivers in person and follow standard operating procedures for driver accountability.
• Manage accident guidance by performing thorough investigations for the weekly Incident Review Board.
• Provide timely in-person feedback to drivers regarding corrective counseling within 7 days of incidents.
• Conduct new hire interviews in person.
• Develop and implement fleet retention plans addressing current challenges and retention goals for new and existing drivers.
• Perform additional duties assigned by leadership.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of transportation, distribution, or logistics experience.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate strong communication and project management skills.
• Possess general knowledge of FMCSA and DOT guidelines.
• Demonstrate detailed geographical knowledge of the Eastern United States.
• Possess prior supervisory or management experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or 10 years of relevant experience.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Maintain flexible work schedules, including varying days and hours, to accommodate weather conditions, holidays, or service disruptions.
• Remain on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for matters involving customer service or driver safety.
• Travel to and from facility locations as required.
• Perform physical activity as part of job responsibilities.
• Work in environments exposed to office equipment, outdoor weather conditions, and shop settings.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.