Description
The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day dispatching and driver coordination within the Terminal. This includes assisting with driver scheduling and dispatching in accordance with safety guidelines and DOT regulations.
Platform Science
- Log In/Out Assistance
- Route Request
- Hours of Service (HOS) Support
- DVIR Assistance
Beyond trucks
- Build order numbers in Beyond truck and place order numbers on the dispatch schedule.
- Assign the driver and the equipment to the order once the assets are known.
- Update the schedule as necessary.
Equipment and TMT:
- Assist in Creating Purchase Orders and Repair Orders.
- Request and follow up on repairs, preventative maintenance (PMs), and inspections
Payroll:
- Enter any additional pay documented by the driver on detention forms submitted with the Bill of Lading (BOL).
- Enter additional driver pay in Beyond Trucks, such as breakdown detention, etc.
- Review the weekly pay earning snapshot. Ensure drivers are paid accurately and timely.
Scheduling loads and drivers for miscellaneous
- Place orders on the schedule provided by customers.
- Enter the driver and trailer information on the appropriate schedule.
- Inform all drivers of their next work assignment.
- Maintain prompt communication regarding any necessary changes.
Principle Roles & Responsibilities
- Keep safety awareness at the forefront of all we do at Modern Transportation
- Review, understand, and manage Modern Transportation’s Supervisor Policies and Procedures to ensure expectations are met or exceeded
- Review, understand, and manage Modern Transportation’s Driver Policies and Procedures to ensure expectations are met or exceeded
- Daily processing of load paperwork
- Review driver paperwork for accuracy
- Calling and talking with drivers as necessary to gather the information required
- Insure all drivers comply with federal, state, and local regulations regarding Hours of Service and Out of Service criteria.
- Provide daily /weekly performance reports to include delays and missed loads.
- Support truck and trailer maintenance program as necessary.
- Field perspective customer calls for sales leads and new business generation.
- Strengthen and maintain strong business relationships with our current customers.
- Other duties as assigned. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
Requirements
- Experience with FMCSA and DOT regulations is preferred but not required.
- Supply Chain - Demonstrates solid understanding and knowledge of Supply Chain.
- Project Management – Ability to plan and manage projects and processes as well as allocate resources, monitor progress, and establish budgets.
- Data gathering
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills and very comfortable working with data and spreadsheets.
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Flexibility to work 50+ hours per week including nights and weekends if schedule requires.
Education Requirements:
High School / GED. Some College/technical training preferred or equivalent experience
Travel Requirements:
Less than 20% - travel between regional locations and customer sites.
Salary Range:
$65,000 - $70,000