Transportation Supervisor: Lead Safety & Delivery Ops

Sysco; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco's transportation team in California seeks a supervisor to support the transport manager, supervise associates, ensure compliance with DOT/OSHA, and promote safety in delivery operations.

You will train staff, coordinate schedules, monitor performance, manage budgets, and liaise with warehouse and customer service to resolve delivery issues while maintaining strong safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of transportation experience and/or training.
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and DOT rules.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily work and safety of transportation associates, ensuring SOPs and safety practices.
• Ensures compliance with DOT/OSHA and maintains accurate electronic logs.
• Oversees labor hours and consumables within budget; prepares work schedules.
• Trains new associates and cross-trains existing staff.
• Directs asset utilization to support the delivery department and coordinates repairs.
• Reviews delivery performance and suggests efficiency improvements; supports implementation.
• Trains on and enforces policies including food safety, record-keeping, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with warehouse and customer service to resolve delivery issues with customers.

Skills

Transportation leadership

Regulatory compliance

Training and coaching

Problem solving

SOP adherence

Report writing

English proficiency

Budget awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Business/Supply chain degree preferred

Tools

SYGMA software

Excel

Word processing

Job description

Sysco's transportation team in California seeks a supervisor to support the transport manager, supervise associates, ensure compliance with DOT/OSHA, and promote safety in delivery operations.

You will train staff, coordinate schedules, monitor performance, manage budgets, and liaise with warehouse and customer service to resolve delivery issues while maintaining strong safety standards.