Transportation Supervisor
Job Details
- Job Ref:
- 175348
- Location:
- Joliet, IL 60433
- Location Flexibility:
- Onsite
- Category:
- Transportation
- Job Type:
- Full-time
- Job Status:
- Exempt
- Pay Basis
- Yearly
- Pay Range
- $62400.00 - $98200.00 Annually ($30.00 - $47.21 Hourly)
- Other Compensation
- Bonus Eligible
- Brand
- UNFI
Join Our Team at UNFI!
Become a vital part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We proudly serve over 43,000 customer locations with an extensive selection of 200,000 products. Our dedicated warehouse associates play a crucial role in supplying “better for you” food that nourishes families nationwide—from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between.
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others while advancing your career? If you’re passionate about logistics and want to be part of a growing distribution team that values your contributions, we want to hear from you!
What We Offer:
• Competitive Salary & Annual Bonus Potential
• Competitive Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k & Vacation
• Paid leave time earned
• Growth and professional development opportunities
• Recognition for great work, company events, and picnics, and much more.
• Full-time employment opportunity
Position Purpose:
As a Transportation Supervisor, you will assist management in supervising transportation staff within the Transportation Department and Coordination with our 3rd party driver leadership team. You will implement schedules, manage departure times, and ensure daily departmental functions run smoothly and efficiently. Your role is pivotal in coordinating changes and maintaining strong communication with customers and internal partners.
Essential Functions & Basic Duties:
• Coordinate Daily Operations: Schedule drivers and staff to maximize workforce effectiveness and ensure timely deliveries.
• Monitor Performance: Track driver departure times and report relevant information to management.
• On-Call Duties: Share on-call responsibilities within the Transportation Department to address urgent issues.
• Customer Coordination: Work closely with drivers to coordinate delivery schedules and notify customers of delays or accidents.
• Support Management: Provide backup support to the Transportation Manager, including log data entry and quality checks.
• Communication Hub: Serve as a central point of communication for schedule changes and new account services across departments.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as needed to support operational efficiency.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
Performance Measurements:
• Demonstrates a willingness to accept challenges and new responsibilities.
• Completes tasks accurately and within established timelines.
• Works effectively as part of a team.
• Maintains quality and safety standards in line with company policies.
• Receives consistent positive feedback from internal and external customers.
Required Knowledge:
• Strong understanding of Department of Transportation regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
- Company:
- UNFI Wholesale Inc.
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/provincial and local laws.
Benefits:
For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), Click HERE for 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 (or retirement savings plan if in Canada); 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 (U.S. only), 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 $680 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.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act or for Canadian applicants in accordance with provincial human rights legislation.
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