Transportation/Driver Supervisor
Ryder System, Inc., Trenton, NJ, United States
Summary
Under the responsibility of the Manager, the Transportation Supervisor / Supervisor Logistics is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and overseeing daily logistics operations, providing coaching, development, and training to staff members. The candidate must recommend improvements to facilities, equipment, machinery, and processes and ensure staff performance meets business objectives.
Essential Functions
Supervise, coordinate, and oversee day‑to‑day logistics operations.
Plan and review, in collaboration with the Logistics Manager, all logistics processes to ensure they meet company standards and customer service specifications.
Establish work schedules and procedures and coordinate activities of the workers to ensure optimal shift/team logistics.
Accountable for site Key Performance Indications (KPI).
Collaborate with customers on all aspects of operations.
Meet regularly with team members collectively and individually to monitor progress, track performance, coach, and counsel, and recognize successes.
Promote a diversity and inclusion initiative, cultivating team spirit and seeking opportunities to improve internal processes.
Perform performance evaluations, recommend awards/merit increases, and address performance problems through corrective action and discipline.
Understand labor agreements and maintain positive labor relations.
Implement health, safety, and security initiatives and ensure adherence to company rules and policies.
Provide orientation for employees and Lead Hands, supplying necessary information, technology, and materials.
Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
Instills commitment to organizational goals.
Strong planning, results‑oriented, and effective leadership skills.
Motivating, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Dedicated to diversity and inclusive environments.
High initiative, independent and team orientation.
Flexibility, multitasking, organization, time management, and detail orientation.
Ability to build professional relationships across all levels.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required.
One year or more of experience in transportation, warehouse, or distribution preferred.
Zero to one year of direct supervisory/leadership experience required.
Compensation Information
Salary: $65,000 – $70,000 per year, paid twice a month.
Position is exempt. Potential eligibility for annual bonus, commission, and/or long‑term incentive plan depending on performance.
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage start at 30 days; 401(k) plan with company match; employee stock purchase options; discounts on tools, cars, appliances, and travel; paid holidays; paid time off from the first year; up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave.
EEO Statement
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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Under the responsibility of the Manager, the Transportation Supervisor / Supervisor Logistics is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and overseeing daily logistics operations, providing coaching, development, and training to staff members. The candidate must recommend improvements to facilities, equipment, machinery, and processes and ensure staff performance meets business objectives.
Essential Functions
Supervise, coordinate, and oversee day‑to‑day logistics operations.
Plan and review, in collaboration with the Logistics Manager, all logistics processes to ensure they meet company standards and customer service specifications.
Establish work schedules and procedures and coordinate activities of the workers to ensure optimal shift/team logistics.
Accountable for site Key Performance Indications (KPI).
Collaborate with customers on all aspects of operations.
Meet regularly with team members collectively and individually to monitor progress, track performance, coach, and counsel, and recognize successes.
Promote a diversity and inclusion initiative, cultivating team spirit and seeking opportunities to improve internal processes.
Perform performance evaluations, recommend awards/merit increases, and address performance problems through corrective action and discipline.
Understand labor agreements and maintain positive labor relations.
Implement health, safety, and security initiatives and ensure adherence to company rules and policies.
Provide orientation for employees and Lead Hands, supplying necessary information, technology, and materials.
Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
Instills commitment to organizational goals.
Strong planning, results‑oriented, and effective leadership skills.
Motivating, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Dedicated to diversity and inclusive environments.
High initiative, independent and team orientation.
Flexibility, multitasking, organization, time management, and detail orientation.
Ability to build professional relationships across all levels.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required.
One year or more of experience in transportation, warehouse, or distribution preferred.
Zero to one year of direct supervisory/leadership experience required.
Compensation Information
Salary: $65,000 – $70,000 per year, paid twice a month.
Position is exempt. Potential eligibility for annual bonus, commission, and/or long‑term incentive plan depending on performance.
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage start at 30 days; 401(k) plan with company match; employee stock purchase options; discounts on tools, cars, appliances, and travel; paid holidays; paid time off from the first year; up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave.
EEO Statement
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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