Summary
The Logistics/3TL Driver Supervisor is the point of contact for all day-to-day functions within the 3TL Driver Team and will work closely with our existing Purchasing/Operation Teams. This position will be critical to the daily success of the 3TL service offering which supports:
1. Line haul of our inbound inventory from our local suppliers
2. Contracted lanes of inbound inventory for some of our largest mission-critical suppliers
3. Transfers and auto-trans loads from our facilities
Primary Responsibilities
· Supervise a team of Line Haul Drivers to ensure all line haul procedures are executed to Company standards
· Participate with the 3TL Corporate team members in weekly meetings with internal stakeholders and suppliers
· Develop daily driver schedules to optimize efficiency and drive home revenue targets
· Manage all personnel issues working closely with our operation leaders including training, evaluating, disciplining, and following up on driving team concerns
· Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate department staff
· Ensure that all safety and compliance policies and procedures are followed
· Respond to all customer related issues in a timely manner to ensure positive relationships with customers
· Continually look at our demand model and develop efficient lanes in the spirit of continuous improvement
· Develop and maintain positive, cooperative, and team-oriented relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, suppliers, and our customer base
· Maintain Columbia's fleet management tool, Maintenance Connection, for all relevant equipment
· Adhere to all state liquor laws and regulations
· Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned
· Always demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values
Key Competencies
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel experience
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Effective organizational and time management skills
· Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers
· Excellent analytical and attention to detail skills
· Ability to handle multiple and tight deadlines
· Effective coaching and leadership development skills
· Working knowledge of Fleet Management
· Passion for learning and servicing
People Management
This position will manage a diverse group of Line Haul Drivers.
Work Environment
This position works indoors and outdoors with occasional need for delivery driving.
Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position
Travel
Ability to travel approximately 5% of the time
Required Education and Experience
· High school diploma or GED required
· Maintain a valid driver license with acceptable driving record
Preferred Education and Experience
· Minimum three (3) years previous driving experience
· Supervisory experience a plus
· Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred
· Lean, 6 Sigma or other Continuous Improvement methodologies a plus
Reports to: Indirect Procurement Director
Classification: Exempt