Transportation Supervisor - Carlstadt, NJ

Company: UNFI
Location: Montgomery
Posted on: September 13, 2023

Job Description:

Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today.Competitive Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K & Vacation--Growth and professional development opportunities.Recognition for great work, company events and picnics, and much more.Full-time employment opportunityPosition Purpose:Responsible for assisting management in the supervision of drivers and staff of the Transportation Department. Implements schedules, departure times, and daily functions of the Department. Ensures daily changes are coordinated in an efficient, effective and productive manner. Appraises changes and communicates with customers whenever necessary. Communicates information to other internal departments as necessary.Essential Functions & Basic Duties:Coordinates daily scheduling of drivers and staff members ensuring the effectiveness of the workforce.Monitors driver departure times and reports the information accordingly.Shares on-call duty with members of the Transportation Department.Coordinates customer deliveries with Drivers and notifies customers of delays or accidents.Assists in determining rental requirements and equipment needs.Answers phones, directs calls and handles customer, warehouse and driver inquiries.Acts as the back-up person for the Transportation Manager as well as for completing log data entry.Summarizes and publishes results of quality checks and "on-time reporting".Works with Leasing company to ensure proper maintenance schedules of trucks.Acts as key communicator between various departments regarding schedule changes and new account service.Performs other duties as required.Performance Measurements:--Demonstrates willingness to accept challenges and added responsibility.Completes tasks in a manner that meets all established timelines and accuracy requirements.Demonstrates the ability to perform effectively a team environment.Quality and safety functions are completed in accordance with Company standards and procedures.Receives consistent, positive feedback from internal and external customers.QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:College Degree preferred or equivalent related experience.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations. Current Microsoft Office Applications: Excel, Word and Access skills necessary.SKILLS/ABILITIES:Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment Detail oriented and ability to coordinate complex work schedules Strong interpersonal skills Strong written/verbal communication skills--All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Additional Information
Company Name: United Natural Foods
Inc.
Schedule: Full-time
Work Indicator: Onsite
Compensation
Pay Range: $57900.00 - $86600.00 Annually ($27.84 - $41.63 Hourly)
Other Compensation: Bonus Eligible
Compensation:UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.Benefits:For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington),Click HEREfor Washington-specific paid time off details.Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $1,000 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.UNFI s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

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