Senior Operations Supervisor (Supply Chain/Logistics)- 1st Shift
Company: Penske
Location: Grand Prairie
Posted on: September 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Summary: Provide operational leadership to individual
contributors and hourly workforce to ensure the execution of daily
tasks and activities including driver deliveries, loading/unloading
of trailers, cross docking and customer service operations in a
manner consistent with company services and cost objectives.
Supervises most processes directly including workforce and
equipment scheduling. Responsible for making corrective action and
disciplinary decisions up to written warning level. Involved in the
hiring process and customer meetings as necessary. Reviews truck
runs based on location of accounts, volume, costs, customer
requirements and private fleet utilization. Review daily orders for
additional private fleet opportunities based on above requirements.
High-level responsibilities This is a fast-paced environment,
looking for a strong and professional Senior level Supervisor.
Previous Transportation Supervisor/Leadership experience managing a
mid-size to large-size team. Previous proven experience training
and developing associates. Previous metrics experience, strong DOT
regulations knowledge and experience. Overseeing a team of cdl
class A drivers and equipment. Preferred experience with driver
tracking, HOS, route, and ensure on-time deliveries. Also need data
auditing, field observation, positive coaching techniques, strong
communication and engagement skills. Must be a self-starter,
organized, detailed orientated, good interpersonal skills,
professional, and approachable. Team player, with a strong sense of
urgency/responsiveness/attention to detail is needed in the ideal
fit. The Sr. Operations Supervisor provides leadership to leading
staff to ensure customer requirements are achieved while meeting
our Penske goals and objectives. Work Schedule: 1 st Shift -
Sunday- Wednesday - 9 am- 8 pm (On call 24-hours during
Sunday-Wednesday) (flexibility with work schedule based on business
needs). Major Responsibilities: People: -Communicate performance
standards that are specific and measurable, Interview hourly
associates and provide recommendations for hire, Monitor
attendance, productivity, and other performance markers and provide
counseling and/or recognition to associates as needed. Operations:
-Supervise logistics operations including customer service, freight
loading and unloading, dispatch and proper documentation and
procedure control, Evaluate and recommend changes in preferred work
methods to increase productivity of dispatch/warehouse operations.
Assist in new associate training, Provide relief coverage for
operational duties when associates utilize time-off or are absent
from the shift, Have a thorough working knowledge of the site's
operating systems in order to ensure operational compliance and
correct exception resolution, Complete all necessary records and
reports in a timely and accurate fashion. Finance: -Ensure
compliance with financial policies and procedures such as inventory
accuracy and control, returns, damages, etc, Understand the
relationship between decision-making and profitability, Closely
manage associates' working hours and activities to minimize
overtime and to meet or exceed productivity targets. Safety:
-Ensure day-to-day management and associate activities are in
alignment with the location safety strategy, Provide associates
with communication, training, feedback, and direction to ensure
safe performance, Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory
agencies and company policies and procedures. Growth / Customer
Experience: -Understand the location-specific customer goals &
objectives, Ensure the customer knows that we are committed to
helping them meet their objectives, Determine areas that could
benefit from Continuous Improvement efforts. Fleet/Assets:
-Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of
fleet/warehouse equipment, Work with hourly associates to ensure
they understand safe and efficient operation of equipment. Other
projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor Qualifications: -2 - 4
years related functional experience -High School Diploma or
equivalent required -Bachelors Degree preferred -Strong
written/oral communication and organizational skills are required
-Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
and PowerPoint required -Regular, predictable, full attendance is
an essential function of the job -Willingness to travel as
necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific
location required, complete Penske employment application, submit
to a background investigation (to include past employment,
education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.
Physical Requirements: -The physical and mental demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an associate
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. -The associate
will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written
form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and
understand certain instructions or guidelines. -While performing
the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand,
walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to
touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The
associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to
25lbs/12kg. -Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
and the ability to adjust focus. Penske is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain Job Function:
Logistics & Supply Chain Job Family: Operations Address: 730 E
Trinity Blvd Primary Location: US-TX-Grand Prairie Employer: Penske
Logistics LLC Req ID: 2412898 Date posted: 09/24/2024
Keywords: Penske, Grand Prairie , Senior Operations Supervisor (Supply Chain/Logistics)- 1st Shift, Hospitality & Tourism , Grand Prairie, Texas
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