Driver Supervisor

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The primary purpose of this position is to supervise the administration of daily outbound shipments to customers and other distribution areas within the organization. Must ensure a safe and secure working environment and operate in a profitable manner.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct and supervise the work and productivity of drivers
• Ensure all drivers are appropriately trained in job duties and safety & legal responsibilities
• Anticipate, analyze and troubleshoot problems with deliveries and devises cost-effective and legal solutions; and acts to implement same
• Schedule drivers appropriately according to division devised methodology
• Foster an atmosphere of communication and encourage and motivate associates to achieve departmental goals and objectives
• Maintain appropriate records for all drivers
• Assist in investigation of all accidents; Maintain incident records and take appropriate preventative action
• Organize and load product for delivery, ensuring efficient delivery routes and schedules
• Run delivery routes in the absence of coverage to ensure that all deliveries are made
• Maintain appropriate delivery records and documents

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED

• Must be 18 or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years Transportation or Delivery experience
• Must be able to interpret and implement all necessary State and Federal transportation laws and regulations
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have a clean driving record
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Outstanding Verbal & Written Communication Skills
• Ability to multi-task with minimal errors
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and within necessary time constraints
• Must be a team player and work well under minimal supervision
• Knowledge of safe work practices
• Ability to operate various tools and equipment necessary for the position 

PREFERRED

• Previous Transportation Manager experience
• Previous food service or distribution experience
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Encompass or other ERP system

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee will perform work in these areas:

• Warehouse dock

The noise level in these areas is normally moderate.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Tryon Distributing is North Carolina’s premier wholesale distributor of domestic and import wines and beers. With headquarters in Charlotte, NC, Tryon Distributing services the entire state of North Carolina and is committed to delivering premium quality alcoholic beverages to a growing customer base.

COMPANY BENEFITS AND PERKS:

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at Tryon to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours, and family-friendly benefits to all our employees.

• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Legal, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employer Paid Insurance
  • Life, Long Term Disability, AD&D
• Health Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteer Time-Off
• Paid Time-Off
• 7 Paid Company Holidays
• Employee Purchase Program

We are serious about our commitment to diversity and inclusion which is why Tryon prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.