What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Supervisor position at Sazerac?
Sazerac Company Overview
Build your career at Sazerac With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton's, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram's V.O., Myers's, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.
We're proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the "Best Places to Work in Kentucky" four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of "world's most award-winning distillery" through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.
Job Description/Responsibilities
The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for the day to day supervision of the company transportation fleet and drivers while improving logistics services across the company, to achieve on time deliveries, and minimize freight costs. This position works with all domestic and international customers, facilities and partners ensuring raw materials and finished products are transported safely, efficiently, balancing the costs and service levels and in compliance with all government regulations.
The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for managing the company transportation fleet and drivers while improving logistics services across the company, to achieve on time deliveries, and minimize freight costs. This position works with all domestic and international customers, facilities and partners ensuring raw materials and finished products are transported safely, efficiently, balancing the costs and service levels and in compliance with all government regulations.
Qualifications/Requirements
MUST
- Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
- Ability to quickly learn new systems/processes
- Excellent oral & written communication skills
- Strong analytical and technical skills
- Detail Oriented
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- 5 years relevant experience (minimum)
- 5 years Management experience
- Bachelor's Degree
PREFERRED
- Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overall
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- In-person job attendance
- Strong communication skills
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