817 Transportation Supervisor jobs in the United States

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is an Operations position responsible for supervising the activities associated with Delivery. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, management and direction to delivery staff, compliance with government regulations and safety and security of the delivery department.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises the daily work and safety of Delivery Associates, including adherence to standard operating procedures, adherence to planned routes, and providing safe and efficient customer service.
• Ensures Delivery Associate compliance with local, state and federal regulatory agencies (i.e. DOT, OSHA, etc.) and ensures that electronic logs are kept current and accurate.
• Supervises labor hours and consumable supplies within budget. Prepares work schedules including extra work days and shifts as needed.
• Supervises the proper selection utilization of Company assets in support of the Delivery department. Coordinates required repairs with proper departments as necessary.
• Reviews delivery functions and productivity reporting. Suggests efficiency ideas, cost reduction measures and assist with implementation of delivery changes.
• Interprets trains and consistently enforces company policies, protocols and procedures including but not limited to food safety, DOT, record keeping, etc.
• Communicates with Sales Management and Marketing Associates to collaboratively resolve any customer or delivery opportunities or issues. Visits customer locations and meets with customers to address issues and assess delivery difficulty.
• Maintains associate relations through regular department or pre- shift meetings; maintains on-going interaction; keeps open communication channels with associates by answering questions and explaining policies and procedures; monitors associate morale; and submits and respond to ideas to improve associate engagement and enablement.
• Interprets trains and consistently enforces Company policies and procedures.
• Coordinates efforts with Safety department to aid in training, conducting associate observations, up-dating preferred work methods, conducting accident investigations to determine root causes, and routine safety inspections. Makes recommendations for disciplinary action and/or behavior modification where required.
• Performs management functions of staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews and/or terminations.
• Performs the duties of associates supervised and other related duties as needed (and as qualified).

Education and / or Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Two or Four year college degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management or similar major preferred.

Professional Skills:

• Ability to successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
• Capable of working with peers and associates from other departments, operating companies and Corporate in a proactive and constructive manner.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Ability to apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.
• Ability to work in a disciplined manner and capable of following established procedures, practices and comply with local, state and federal regulations.
• Ability to manage the pressures and stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere and customer service issues. Demonstrates skill in making independent decisions in support of company policies and procedures in a timely manner.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software, and ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs. Must have excellent computer skills.
• Ability to read, comprehends, write and speak English.
• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• Complete a Sysco approved defensive driving program.
• HazMat Certifcation preferred.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The associate is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, push/pull up to 350 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions; and moving mechanical parts and may be required to work in confined spaces. The associate works non-traditional business hours including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and on-call. The associate may occasionally be required to travel to other Operating Companies or the Corporate office as business needs dictate (i.e. training, business continuation, etc.). The associate is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTICE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the environment and level of work being performed by this job. This job description in no way states or implies that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only tasks to be performed by the associate in this job. The associate will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and is subject to changes of business necessity.

EEO/AA Employer

Information/Perks:

• Full time permanent position

• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K)

• 401K with a 50% match up to the first 10% contribution

• Paid Training with several development opportunities to nurture your career growth

• Tuition Reimbursement, wellness programs, paid time off

• Appreciation events and contests throughout the year full of prizes, gear and fun

Position responsibilities:

• Supervises the daily delivery operations, planning and scheduling

• Establishes and maintains positive customer relationships by coordinating drivers to meet customers' needs

• Develops a transportation staff to ensure quality standards and productivity goals are achieved 

• Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:  

• Associate's Degree with 3 to 4 plus years of related experience and 0 to 1 plus years of supervisory experience or High School Diploma or General Education Degree with 5 plus years of related experience and 1 to 2 plus years of supervisory experience

Pre ferred Education and Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree 

Benefits

At the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well-being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, Paid Time Off, Retirement Benefits, and complimentary Health Screenings.

Equal Opportunity Employee & Physical Demands

Reyes Holdings and its businesses are equal opportunity employers. Company policy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. In addition, the Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.

Background Check and Drug Screening

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Pay Transparency

Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.

Titan America has an immediate opening for a Transportation Supervisor in the Deerfield Beach, FL office. This position will report to the Transportation Manager. The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction during order taking, dispatching, scheduling of drivers and deliveries, delivery efficiency monitoring, and inter-departmental communications.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supervises a team of Freight Audit Specialists who are responsible for auditing freight invoices. Experience with change management and leads by example.
• Provide continuous feedback to a diverse team.
• Supervises tasks such as personnel onboarding, weekly SOX rate validation report and assigns workload to the team based upon hauler past dues.
• Proven ability to multi-task to complete multiple project deadlines. Actively work with the Transportation Manager on continuous improvement projects aimed at deceasing costs and increasing productivity.
• Creates and documents standard operating procedures as well as provides recommendations for improving functions that will improve day-to-day work.
• Experience with understanding rate structures, how to negotiate rates along with auditing invoices to ensure carriers are paid in a timely manner.
• Must be comfortable with working in excel, presenting information to a diverse audience and extensive knowledge working with ERPs.
• Collects hauler aging's and reports accruals to the Finance/Accounting Department.
• Responds to emergencies including after-hours support.
• Resolves invoice disputes with haulers in a timely manner.
• Works closely with AP, Block, Replenishment, and other departments to resolve issues in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher or similar experience with freight auditing.
• 3 to 5 years of logistics experience is a must.
• Organization and time management skills
• Experience with ERPs (Oracle, SAP, etch), Microsoft Office, and KPIs visualization (Tableau, Microsoft BI).
• Excel experience
• Transportation knowledge
• Proficient in SAP and PC Miler
• Detail oriented
• Excellent communicator
• Time management skills
• Supervising others.
• Bilingual English/Spanish would be a plus.

Titan America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Affirmative Action employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

• Supervise, train, and retain an adequate pool of professional drivers ensuring compliance with all safety and Hours-of-Service rules.
• Continuously review and analyze all routes, making recommendations to the Transportation Manager for all changes that will achieve reduced delivery miles / hours and result in increased equipment utilization and lower per-mile costs.
• Assist in conducting evaluations and appraise performance, ensuring all drivers are providing excellent customer care, working, and driving safely, conduct timely, proper, and required equipment inspections, properly and accurately completing all delivery documentation.
• Dispatches, directs, plans, and coordinates daily operational activities of the department. Ensuring proper, best utilization of rolling-stock, workforce, and equipment, and that all routes depart on time. May be required to cover routes when needed.
• Helps develop all drivers providing "The Delivery Experience" with adequate product knowledge and customer etiquette.
• Maintain safety and sanitation standards for all vehicles daily by ensuring that there is a complete checklist and that all Drivers perform the DVIR checklist in its entirety.
• Actively participates in drivers' meetings, at least quarterly, helping to relay all necessary information to and from drivers.
• Monitor safety compliance to ensure health and safety of drivers and compliance with company and all governing and government agencies' regulations.
• Complies with all safety procedures and policies. Maintaining a safe environment for all department functions as measured through safety record, accident-free days, lost time days, and total dollars spent.
• Works with Transportation Manager to monitor drivers' productivity goals and performance. Coach drivers whose performance level falls below expectations.
• Responsible for working with Transportation Manager and Human Resources in handling all team member issues/challenges, including coaching, feedback, and disciplinary actions, using detailed oral and written communications.

• DOT knowledge required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate ideas, problems, or conflicts to a satisfactory resolution / implementation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Skills in supervision, planning, coordination, and human relations.
• Personal computer experience, including Microsoft Office Products.
• Minimum 3 years transportation experience in foodservice.
• Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
• Team training and development, including positive role modeling, coaching, and mentoring.
• Strong customer orientation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including presentation skills.
• Strong drive for results, strategic agility, and perseverance.
• Valid California CDL Class A driver's license Required.
• Must be able to understand all policies, procedures, instructions, rules, and regulations (including all safety training and safety information) associated with this position which is written in English. Must be able to appropriately respond to these and, where needed, provide reports, presentations, information, or communications in English.

• Demonstrate ability to multi-task and adjust to sudden changes in customer demands and operational goals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional customer relations
• Clear understanding of DOT regulations
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus but not required.

• 4-year degree or equivalent supervisory experience preferred
• Road Net experience a plus
• Valid CDL-A

• Manage transportation movements between the facility and airfield according to requirements of the customer and operational needs.
• Ensure all catering is transported with adherence to all SOPs, safety guidelines and internal quality assurance programs.
• Manage a small group of dispatchers who are responsible for coordinating the movements of all trucks, checking, verifying, and advising of latest timings, delays and special operations notices.
• Maintain a fleet of catering trucks and vehicles for performance, appearance, and operational readiness.
• Manage the scheduling of drivers and dispatchers, ensuring correct coverage throughout a week including days off, minimum rest periods.
• Implement and maintain robust safety audit program, providing root cause analysis and corrective action plans for identified failures.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Airport Experience is
• CDL License Class A or B
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Must be able to passport authority (local/ State) and U.S. Customs & Border Protection background check and obtain ID.
• Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule.
• Able to work closely with customers in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather (windy, rain, snow, excessive heat).

We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better.
The position is responsible for supervising employees (drivers and driver assistants) that coordinate services between the kitchen and drivers and controls activities on the dock.

Target Salary Range: $55k-$60k

Benefits

• Paid time off

• 401k, with company match

• Company sponsored life insurance

• Medical, dental, vision plans

• Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance

• Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discounts

• Free hot healthy meals for unit operations roles

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures quality production standards are maintained for all accounts
• Responsible for obtaining control sheets and making assignments for team drivers to flights daily
• Checks dock area to ensure that employees have required equipment and that trucks leave according to scheduled dock departure
• Checks that all teams are catering correct aircraft and flights
• Ensures that all employees are in compliance with safety procedures and Airport Transport Authority badging requirements
• Works with management staff to improve performance of the unit
• Assists teams with late flights and equipment changes
• Responsible for getting information from airlines on service requirements and updates
• Maintains radio contact with Operations Manager, meal planer and leads during operation
• Conducts regular checks of the kitchen to ensure no equipment was left behind after flights leave the kitchen
• Responsible for security and proper transportation of galleys and maintaining cleanliness of vehicles
• Responsible for safety, quality and compliance with customer specifications and regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Ensures specifications, airline diagrams, and other standards are accurate according to the airline specifications.
• Ensures that all products are coded according to Gate Gourmet procedures.
• Works with maintenance staff to ensure preventive maintenance of machinery and fleet according to schedules, reports maintenance and repair issues in timely manner.
• Maintains Company policies and procedures as well as specification books for airline customers
• Maintains all financial goals related to material, productivity, overtime, and labor goals
• Prepares management reports (ex. attendance, HAACCP and labor) as required.
• Responsible for supervising drivers and driver assistants
• Responsible for performance evaluation, coaching, counseling and preparing corrective action for employees and liaises appropriately with HR and other support functions.
• Manages work flow balancing - - the division of responsibilities amongst employees on each shift including assignment of responsibilities and workstations.
• Manages daily manpower planning including assignment of responsibilities and workstations.
• Determines when and whether to call employees in to cover staffing needs (ex. sick calls, vacation relief, medical leaves, volume changes, etc.)
• In conjunction with department leaders determines number of employees needed by shift
• Ensures compliance with company Wage & Hour policy, including ensuring employees get the rest & meal breaks and ensuring company processes are followed.
• Trains and monitors employees on proper work procedures to ensure maximum productivity with minimum labor and food expenses.
• Monitors daily manpower planning and schedules employees.
• Responsible for employee retention and reducing employee turnover.
• Responsible for coaching, counseling and preparing corrective actions for employees in compliance with the applicable union/collective bargaining agreement(s).
• Reviews and ensures employees in chain of command are in correct cost centers and correct job titles.
• Reviews and ensures union represented employees' pay rates are correct based on wage scales and seniority.
• (note: this should only apply to OP73 and OP78) Ensures employees complete all company required training including but not limited to ServSafe
• Compliance with all company required policies, procedures and processes including but not limited to required training

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree preferred. Work Experience:
• 2+ years supervisory experience working in a high volume, manufacturing, food production, and restaurant or catering environment or equivalent experience in the related field preferred

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)

• Must have strong and effective leadership skills, and the ability to successfully manage a staff of 30+ hourly employees.
• Current or previous labor relations experience is a plus, but not required.
• Candidate must be comfortable with all levels of employees and have the ability to drive positive program change.
• Ability to train others required.
• Must have the ability to give negative and positive feedback to employees on a daily basis.
• Excellent time management skills required. Ability to handle multiple tasks without losing focus on priorities.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication and leadership skills required.
• Must be innovative and have the ability to make changes to the operation as needed to further improve the work environment and unit performance.
• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office products required.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification required.
• ServSafe Certified preferred

Language / Communication Skills:

• Expresses oneself clearly and effectively when speaking and writing to individuals and groups; listening attentively and insuring communication is understood by all parties involved
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish/Chinese Mandarin/ Vietnamese/Hindi/Polish a plus.
Job Dimensions
Geographic Responsibility: USA
Type of Employment: Full-Time
Travel %: No
Exemption Classification: Exempt
Internal Relationships: TBD
External Relationships: TBD
Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Normal work environment
Budget / Revenue Responsibility: USD

Organization Structure
Direct Line Manager (Title): Manager, Ops, Transport
Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable): N/A
Number of Direct Reports: Up to 80, average of 16 (union employees,

Asst, Ops, Meal Bank)
Number of Dotted Line Reports: N/A
Estimated Total Size of Team: Up to 80
Gate Group Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:
• Thinking - Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
• Engaging - Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
• Inspiring - Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
• Achieving - Delivering business results under pressure, Championing

Performance Improvement and Customer Focus
Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position
Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

• We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity
• We communicate and keep each other informed
• We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team
• We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details
• We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes
• We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
• We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone's day better

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Candidates will be required to go through Pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and/or airport fingerprinting.
gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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We anticipate that this job will close on:
10/13/2025

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If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us!

• Coordinate Smart Hub (Central Transport Planning Team) resources and workloads
• Lead Smart Hub for transport planning and execution to deliver service level agreement
• Proactive advise about improvements on transport planning scope for the region, i.e. exclusion of lanes, simulation of new scenarios, optimization projects
• Manage relationship with different stakeholders, Customer Service, Logistics, RDM, Transport Coordinator, Transportation Manager, etc.
• Serve as a single point of contact for operational issues and escalate if required
• Create a seamless and satisfying internal and external customer experience for all interactions with the Smart Hub
• Review key reports to identify and act on performance trends and provide input to RDM and Transportation Manager
• Total employment responsibility: planning-team: initial scope 1 person, with some growth likely

• 3+ years experience in Transport Planning and Execution, and Managed Service management;
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred but not required;
• Diverse Professional Transportation knowledge and Supply Chain Management skills;
• Strong analytical and business oriented;
• Negotiation and interpersonal skills, for people management and workforce organization;
• Ability to manage and meet deadlines and multi-task daily activities;
• Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
• Experience with SAP and/or other Transportation Management Systems.

• United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance

• Wellness program provided through Rally

• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution

• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

• PTO offering with Paid Holidays

• Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.

syncreon by DP World delivers tailored, scalable and progressive solutions to customers in more than 100 global locations. The company has managed supply chain synergies for global automotive and technology premier brands for more than 60 years.

This is a fully onsite role at our Fairburn Location.

We are looking for an experienced Transportation Supervisor, based in Fairburn, GA, to plan, direct and coordinate the operations at the facility. You will be responsible for improving performance, productivity, and efficiency through the implementation of effective methods and strategies. It's an exciting time to join the syncreon team! 1st shift Weekends

About the Role

How you will contribute

• Coordinate and control the order cycle and associated information systems.
• Monitor the quality, quantity, cost and efficiency of the movement and storage of goods.
• Assign approved service provider for transportation based on the approved carrier matrix, mode, service level, and cost efficiency to meet the customer's expectations.
• Ensure that all transport fleet vehicles are properly maintained.
• Proactively works with operations to identify shipments at risk of not meeting secure dates based on mode, service level, miles, equipment type.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field.
• Experience performing professional level operational and plant management duties; preferably in automotive or logistics industry.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures used in material planning and logistics operations and practices.
• Knowledge of various means of transport / transit times.

Position responsibilities: 

• The Transportation Supervisor ensures annual performance goals are met, including on-time dispatches, off-load rate, labor cost and product loss and damage

• You will ensure a safe working environment by executing company processes successfully 

• This role assists in developing the daily operating plan to include equipment maintenance and driver work schedules to meet or exceed our customers’ delivery needs as well as promptly solving problems to the maximum satisfaction of our customers 

• The Transportation Supervisor will provide development to supervisory and driver staff, and potentially lead various committees, such as quality and safety 

• Additionally, you will partner with human resources to ensure appropriate staffing levels throughout the year in order to foster a work environment with maximized employee involvement

• Other duties as assigned 

Required Education and Experience: 

• Associate's degree with 3 to 4 plus years of related experience and 0 to 1 plus years of supervisory experience or High School Diploma with 5 plus years of specific experience and 1 to 2 plus years of supervisory experience 

Preferred Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree