Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job brief

We are looking for a Transportation Supervisor to plan and coordinate our daily product shipments.

To succeed in this role, you should have a thorough knowledge of supply chain management and an understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods, dispatching orders, and tracking transportation vehicles. You should also be familiar with safety processes and legal regulations.

Ultimately, you will ensure that all shipments are handled quickly, safely and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Driver Safety
• Maintain high level of customer service (OTD, Customer relations)
• Monitor product inventory levels
• Order materials as needed
• Schedule daily and weekly routes
• Track orders using functional systems (e.g. barcodes and tracking software)
• Ensure proper storage and distribution of products
• Monitor and report on transportation costs
• Ensure shipping documents are properly filed
• Report maintenance and repair needs for warehouse, transportation vehicles and equipment
• Research and suggest cost-effective shipping methods
• Organize required training sessions for employees
• Keep organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders
• Ensure compliance with company policies and shipping legislation
• Stay up-to-date with safety regulations

Requirements

• Proven work experience in transportation management
• Experience preparing and tracking orders
• Familiarity with logistics software
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to supervise and train staff
• Problem-solving abilities
• High school diploma
• BSc in Logistics is preferred but not required

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