Transportation Supervisor: Lead Safety & Dispatch

Adams Hometown Markets; Cheshire (CT); In loco; USD 67.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Adams Hometown Markets is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead CDL-A associates, ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and manage scheduling and payroll aspects. The role emphasizes accountability, clear communication, and cross-functional coordination with managers and customers.

You will oversee daily operations, drive safety improvements, and optimize dispatch practices while maintaining high service levels and cost efficiency.

Competenze

• Must have at least 1 year of transportation related experience.
• Supervisory experience with mid to large teams (15+ hourly associates) is required.
• DOT rules & regulations knowledge (Federal and State).
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (VoCollect, Dayforce/Ceridian, WIMS, etc.).

Mansioni

• Oversees and drives day-to-day performance of the team through leadership and interaction with all associates.
• Drive continual safety improvements in transportation operations.
• Analyze operations with Transportation Manager to optimize dispatch and minimize costs.
• Ensure policies, procedures and directives are implemented timely by all dispatch staff.
• Establish work schedules to meet business demands across shifts.
• Maintain driver vacation schedules and staffing for personal time off.
• Assign equipment to maximize utilization per policy.
• Communicate with superiors, subordinates, and customers to improve transportation functions.
• Be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Collaborate with suppliers, 3PLs, and internal customers on optimal business solutions.
• Use metrics to analyze performance and provide regular updates to senior leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Conoscenze

Safety culture

Strong communication

Team building

Project management

Quality assurance

Physical ability

Descrizione del lavoro

Adams Hometown Markets is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead CDL-A associates, ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and manage scheduling and payroll aspects. The role emphasizes accountability, clear communication, and cross-functional coordination with managers and customers.

You will oversee daily operations, drive safety improvements, and optimize dispatch practices while maintaining high service levels and cost efficiency.