What are the responsibilities and job description for the Location Supervisor position at Forward Air?
Full Job Description
Looking for a Location's Supervisor. The Location Supervisor will be responsible for assisting the Location Manager to oversee the day to day operations at his/her location(s). The Location Supervisor will be required to fully understand all aspects of his/her location(s), build positive relationships with the client and increase the efficiencies and business within their delivery operations. Relationship building with client, recruiting, and gaining 100% of client business in each location are utmost priorities.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
- Delivery and route management
- Assist in recruiting / retention of contractors
- Engagement and positive culture
- Work directly with the Client and Location Manager
- Adhere and enforce all operational policies
- Warehouse Operations (in certain locations)
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- Prior experience in management and/or logistics
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Strong leadership and planning ability
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills
- Must have the ability to prioritize work load and manage time
- Identifies and resolves problems. Demonstrates attention to detail
- Identifies opportunities to increase accuracy and optimize resources and develops/recommends/implements solutions
- Excellent negotiation skills to deal effectively with individuals and groups within and outside the organization
- Provides timely and professional support to all internal/external customers and vendors
- Effective organization and leadership skills
- Proven leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to effectively supervise, coach and influence employees
- General computer skills - Microsoft Office, Outlook, AS400
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Auburn Hills, MI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location
