Transportation Supervisor: Lead Delivery Ops & Safety

Van Eerden Foodservice; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Eerden Foodservice in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Transportation Supervisor to help shape operations from day one. You will lead drivers, ensure DOT compliance, and deliver exceptional service to customers.

You’ll collaborate with safety and operations teams, conduct performance reviews, and drive improvements in safety, efficiency, and delivery accuracy. A valid Class A CDL with Doubles Endorsement and DOT readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Class A CDL with a Doubles Endorsement and current medical card.
• Pass a DOT drug screen and background check (no felonies).
• Previous leadership experience in transportation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with foodservice delivery techniques and routing systems.
• Experience with on-board technology and handheld devices.
• Knowledge of transportation management tools is preferred.
• Delivery travel will be required.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, supervise, and discipline drivers using coaching and counseling.
• Ride with drivers or meet en route to identify efficiency improvements.
• Ensure DOT compliance for drivers including logs, drug testing, hours of service.
• Review CSA scores quarterly and communicate results to drivers.
• Investigate accidents with Safety Director; complete reports.
• Improve driver safety, quality, efficiency, and customer service.
• Ensure equipment is maintained; drivers report issues.
• Complete injury reports and investigations.
• Conduct annual driver performance reviews.
• Investigate and resolve transportation-related customer issues.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Leadership experience

Communication skills

DOT regulations

Safe driving techniques

Class A CDL

Routing systems

On-board technology

Handheld devices

Transportation management tools

Delivery travel

Tools

On-board technology

Handheld devices

Routing systems

Transportation management tools

Job description

Van Eerden Foodservice in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Transportation Supervisor to help shape operations from day one. You will lead drivers, ensure DOT compliance, and deliver exceptional service to customers.

You’ll collaborate with safety and operations teams, conduct performance reviews, and drive improvements in safety, efficiency, and delivery accuracy. A valid Class A CDL with Doubles Endorsement and DOT readiness are required.