We are a large national Wine and Spirits Distributor and we are hiring a Transportation Supervisor for our Pompano Beach, Florida Distribution Center. This Monday through Friday role leads a team of 30+ drivers and will work with a router and dispatcher. You will be the primary liaison between the Transportation Manager and the drivers. This person will ensure the efficient operation of our drivers to meet department and corporate goals.
JOB SUMMARY
The Transportation Supervisor's primary role is the training and supervision of Drivers and Transportation support positions.
TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS
- 25% - to cross dock locations in the state
- Sarasota, Orlando, Tallahassee and Panhandle areas and Jacksonville area
- Valid CDL-B or CDL-A required (with Current DOT medical card)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensures all routes are delivered in a timely manner.Manages coverage of drivers, accounting for vacations, absences, etc.Monitors performance of drivers and reports any disciplinary issues to the Transportation Manager / Operations Manager.Responsible for payroll submissions, vacation approvals, recruiting, and conducting performance appraisals on direct reports.Completes scheduled driver audits for all drivers in assigned facility(s).Maintains all fuel receipts for all terminals, matching them to monthly billing statements.Keeps daily Error Log with Driver Check-In personnel to monitor delivery, warehouse, and sales errors.Acts as liaison between drivers and sales consultants.Recruits and trains all new drivers in accordance with company orientation checklist and DOT Driver criteria.Fills in as emergency back-up for any route in the event driver is unavailable.Works with Director of Fleet Services to maintain compliance with all DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations.Perform spot vehicle inspections and report findings to Manager / Director Fleet Services.Assists Customer Service / AR staff with any delivery questions.Arrives to work, meetings, appointments, and other work-related functions as scheduled.Meets agreed-upon goals and objectives effectively and in a timely manner.OTHER FUNCTIONS
Trains staff on and follows all vehicular safety policies and procedures; actively makes improvements to processes to always ensure highest level of safety; reports all accidents to the appropriate personnel.Communicate hazards and / or suggest improvements to Manager.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED; additional education preferred.One year of supervisory experience in a logistics role.Three to five years of experience as truck driver.Ability to operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner at all times.EQUIPMENT / MACHINERY USED
Standard office equipment, computers, driver phones, routing software (RoadNet), Telematics, Geotab, Lytx cameras, other as needed. Various fleet vehicles, forklifts, and handtrucks.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
$75,000-$80,000 BASE WITH 10% BONUS ELIGIBILITYMedical, dental, vision benefits, 401k, life insurance