Supervisor II, Transportation

The Transportation Supervisor will lead a team of drivers and navigators for the new Chick-fil-A Supply Distribution Center (DC) in Denver, CO. This individual, in collaboration with other leaders, will be responsible for executing safe and effective operations that meet the needs of the organization and its employees. Reporting directly to the Transportation Operations Manager, this person will lead a team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service for Chick-fil-A restaurant Operators while ensuring safety and achievement of several critical key performance indicators (KPIs). The Transportation Supervisor will enable supply chain innovation unique to the food service industry. Most importantly, this person will lead in a way that supports Chick-fil-A’s vision and strategy while embodying the corporate purpose.

About Chick-fil-A Supply

Chick-fil-A Supply®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A, Inc., is an innovative distribution service provider focused on understanding and meeting the unique needs of Chick-fil-A restaurants. Chick-fil-A Supply® ensures restaurants have the food and products they need through a seamless delivery experience that extends Chick-fil-A's culture of care. For more information, visit cfa-supply.com .

Compensation:

• As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $89,000 to $98,000 plus at 10% target incentive.
  
  
  

Benefits:

Food and Drinks Provided: Free meals, snacks, and drinks as part of your workday!

Generous Paid Time Off:

• PTO: Accrue up to 3 weeks of PTO your first year with immediate access to 40 hours upon hire
• Wellness: 16 hours per year
• Holidays: 7 days per year and 1 floating holiday
• Parental Leave: (4) Weeks for New Parent Bonding Leave, plus Short-Term Disability benefits (if applicable)
• Health Insurance Options: A variety of health insurance options for medical, dental and vision, including a no premium health insurance option for individuals and families
• Retirement: 401(k) with 5% match for eligible employees
  
  
  

Responsibilities

• Motivate, staff, schedule, and support a dynamic team responsible for delivering, transporting, unloading, and completing other outbound distribution tasks
• Optimize driver/route assignments, including ensuring compliance with federal, state and local DOT guidelines regarding routing time and drivers’ hours of service
• Troubleshoot issues with drivers during deliveries
• Conduct restaurant delivery audits to ensure outstanding driver performance and to identify areas of operational improvements
• Lead the processing of trip reports and other documentation
• Monitor data (i.e. payroll entries) to enable effective tracking of expenditure
• Support budget management of outbound transportation at the DC
• Establish working relationships with store Operators as appropriate, driving the seamless integration between the DC and Restaurant operations and act as a liaison, balancing the needs of the Operator with the capabilities of the operation
• Deliver high service levels to Operators and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Train and develop a strong team
• Collaborate with the transportation manager regarding staff performance, identify and drive areas of improvement, and recognize team members’ outstanding performance
• Support the Chick-fil-A vision and strategy by building a culture that aligns with the Chick-fil-A Supply values of care, safety, and excellence
• Work closely with the DC Leadership Team, CFA Supply Services, and various business partners to ensure optimal alignment and collaboration
• Complete other activities as required, as needs arise
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High school degree or similar
• 5 years of experience with private fleet operations
• Demonstrated experience with and functional knowledge of food service distribution, including outbound transportation procedures and regulations, transportation equipment, and performance metrics
• Working knowledge of innovations in supply chain and warehouse operations
• Knowledge of and ability to ensure compliance with general safety standards, quality specifications, and governmental requirements
• Ability to complete physically demanding work, including consistently lifting up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights (10 p.m.-8 a.m.), weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts
• Demonstrated ability to value both relationships and results and to put others above themselves
• Strong aptitude to think critically, solve problems, and drive improvements in a professional and respectful manner
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and communication skills
• Strong ability to negotiate and resolve conflict by navigating confrontational situations to ensure all parties are treated with honor, dignity, and respect
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7 years of experience with private fleet operations
• Experience in warehouse operations, supporting in a food distribution or food manufacturing environment
• Class A CDL
• Knowledge of federal, state and local government regulatory requirements for driver labor scheduling and safety
• Demonstrated success in operations and people leadership
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access; experience with ERP, WMS, and TMS solutions
  
  
  

Minimum Years Of Experience

5

Travel Requirements

10%

Required Level Of Education

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Level Of Education

Bachelor's Degree