Transportation Supervisor

Sunbelt Solomon; Town of Texas, Temple (WI, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee logistics and transportation operations across multiple branches. This critical role ensures the safe and timely movement of remanufactured transformers and related equipment, focusing on customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will manage fleet operations, coordinate shipments, and drive performance metrics while fostering strong relationships with carriers and internal teams. If you're passionate about logistics and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in transportation/logistics, preferably in industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations and vehicle maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily transportation activities and fleet operations.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA/DOT regulations and oversee maintenance.
• Coordinate with sales and operations to meet delivery deadlines.

Skills

Transportation Management

Regulatory Compliance

Fleet Operations

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College Degree or 2-Year Vocational/Associates

Job description

The Transportation Supervisor oversees all logistics and transportation operations across multiple branch locations, ensuring the safe, timely, and cost-effective movement of remanufactured transformers and related equipment. This role is critical in an expedited, customer-focused environment where delivery performance and regulatory compliance directly impact business success.

• Manage daily transportation activities, including fleet operations, routing, dispatching, and coordination with internal drivers, contract carriers, and 3PL partners.
• Arrange inter-company and direct-to-customer shipments from all branches, including expedited and "Hot Shot" deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA/DOT regulations, including hours of service, electronic logs, safety, and maintenance requirements.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of delivery trucks to maintain DOT compliance and vehicle safety.
• Coordinate with sales, customer service, and operations to meet delivery deadlines and respond to changing logistics needs.
• Handle customer shipping inquiries, complaints, and exceptions with professionalism and urgency.
• Manage flatbed and dry van operations for domestic and international shipments, including LTL, full truckload, and small parcel.
• Monitor and drive on-time to first promise (OTFP) delivery, on-time pickup (OTP), and on-time delivery (OTD) performance across all regions.
• Review and approve freight invoices, track transportation costs, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Build carrier relationships and lead service improvement initiatives.
• Hire, train, and develop transportation staff to ensure safety, performance, and service quality.
• Coordinate and align with the Director of Transportation on Enterprise transportation strategies inclusive of carriers, operational compliance and communications.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College degree or 2-year vocational or Associates preferred
• 5+ years in transportation/logistics, preferably in industrial or manufacturing sectors for mission critical equipment deliveries and reverse logistics
• 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations, vehicle maintenance, and ELDs.
• Experience with flatbed and dry van shipping, including international and expedited freight.
• Proven track record in driving delivery performance and managing customer expectations.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.