TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR/DISPATCHER

Kroger Supply Chain; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Transportation Supervisor, where you'll play a crucial role in overseeing daily operations and ensuring safety and productivity within the transportation department. This dynamic position requires a strong understanding of distribution and transportation processes, along with the ability to lead and develop a team. You'll coordinate with various departments to enhance operational efficiency and deliver exceptional service. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about fostering a collaborative team culture, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Transportation, Distribution, or Manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of D.O.T. compliance laws and industry processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations of the transportation department and oversee associates.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and ensure on-time deliveries.

Skills

Microsoft Office

D.O.T. compliance laws

Time management

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Coaching and training

Multi-tasking

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Orbcomm technology

Job description

Assist in the oversight and execution of daily operations in the transportation department. Understand total distribution, transportation and store operations, with an emphasis on carrier supply chain programs to provide lower cost of product. Coordinate activities of third-party vendors. Responsible for hourly associates' safety, productivity, and engagement supporting all facets of transportation, operating efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. Minimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience in Transportation, Distribution, Manufacturing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Strong understanding of D.O.T. compliance laws
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to respond to changing business priorities
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to prioritize/multi-task while providing accurate/on-time results
- Ability to identify business problems and develop efficient and effective solutions
- Demonstrated ability to coach and train
- Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively in a team-based environment
- Strong understanding of industry/technical terms and processes

Desired
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2+ years of experience leading a team or project- Supervise and develop a team of non-exempt associates in daily operations
- Maintain on-time deliveries with a Full, Fresh and Friendly mindset
- Collaborate/build relationships with other DTC departments to coordinate schedules and deliveries
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to identify and address transportation/service opportunities in a timely manner
- Assist in identifying/designing technology and procedural based solutions to increase associate's productivity and adhere to proper and safe work methods regarding equipment activity and yard control system
- Support and communicate with other department supervisors and managers in problem solving through collaborative efforts to schedule deliveries, equipment, and back hauls
- Communicate with the stores to solve delivery problems
- Maintain record of mileage, fuel used, repairs made, and other expenses
- Track trailers using Orbcomm technology
- Establish delivery routes and maintain record of mileage, fuel used, repairs made, and other expenses
- Execute the backhaul program with strong emphasis on O.R.A.D. compliance
- Communicate with fellow supervisor and management on all activities related to daily operations and aligning the business, people and safety practices to achieve key metrics
- Maintain high standards of professionalism and a positive work environment
- Create a responsive and informed workforce through communication methods that include, but not limited to, regular meetings and huddles
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation