Transportation Supervisor

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

Position Description Summary: Responsible for day to day supervision of domestic customer service and inbound/outbound operations at a station level. Principal Accountabilities (The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations.):

• Supervise domestic service and operations activities as it relates to cartage, security, freight movement, and employee issues
• Oversee daily activities of cartage drivers and ground handlers
• Research and resolve customer problems and complaints on domestic and cartage issues
• Assist in identifying and improving service and operations related issues in a station, including on-time delivery, accurate and timely data entry, and efficient warehouse operations
• Perform accounting tasks such as trade payables and petty cash
• Assist in auditing and researching service performance issues and develop recommendations for improvements
• Maintain the security of freight in accordance with security procedures
• Ensure a safe working environment through consistent practice of safety programs and procedures
• Select and place staff, ensure staff receives training for job activities, and define specific job assignments. Manage performance to ensure required levels of productivity and achievement of organizational objectives The individual in this position must be capable of performing all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  
  

Knowledge and Skills (The following minimum requirements are normal guidelines and should not constrain the advancement of otherwise qualified personnel): This is a supervisory position. Exceptional interpersonal and analytical skills required. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent strongly preferred. Generally prefer 0-2 years of related supervisory experience.

Benefits:

• We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.
• The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
• The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.
• The company offers a pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a company match.
• We offer direct deposit to all employees.
• On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, plus 4 floating holidays.
  
  

DB Schenker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.