Distribution Center - Transportation Area Supervisor
Core
Lead an hourly team of 20-30 associates to run distribution center transportation functions, ensuring efficient, safe, and productive handling of merchandise and store deliveries.
Role type
Transportation Area Supervisor (Team Lead)
Builds
Store delivery routes, load schedules, and fleet/carrier execution plans
Domain
Retail logistics and transportation
Required skills
Team management, fleet management, route planning, performance analysis, hiring and discipline, budget management, conflict resolution
Preferred skills
Supply chain experience, WMS/TMS proficiency, managing dedicated fleets, shift flexibility
Technologies
Warehouse Management Systems, Transportation Management Systems
Responsibilities
Execute transportation functions within budget and performance metrics; coach and develop hourly associates; manage fleet and carrier execution; analyze service results and create improvement plans; handle hiring, evaluation, and termination of staff
Seniority
Mid-level supervisor, hands-on management