C&S Wholesale Grocers
Overnight Transportation Supervisor
C&S Wholesale Grocers, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overnight Transportation Supervisor
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C&S Wholesale Grocers
Position Overview A Private Fleet Supervisor of Transportation directs daily operational plans, supports the transportation team, promotes engagement, and removes obstacles. They communicate with shipping, receiving, safety, customer service, maintenance, and routing to ensure a seamless day and serve as the primary escalation point for operational issues. This role also educates and promotes proper work behaviors and procedures to maintain a culture of safety and DOT compliance.
Responsibilities
Champion a team of drivers and hourly associates to optimal performance, focusing on engagement and tracking key metrics while coaching through performance issues and assisting in process improvement.
Steward Professional Driver Trainers to onboard, mentor, and conduct annual training for new drivers.
Monitor yard operations and ensure alignment with warehouse needs, overseeing yard jockeys to meet performance expectations and safety guidelines.
Complete routine observations and audits to ensure drivers perform pre- and post-trip equipment checks and complete all work assignments safely, timely, and efficiently.
Promote accurate and complete use of transportation management systems.
Support the Safety Specialist with Driver Qualification files, driver log accuracy, and execution of the company’s drug and alcohol testing protocol.
Travel Required: Yes
Environment
Office: Office Temperature (65F to 75F)
Warehouse: Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)
Skills
Specialized Knowledge: Familiar with DOT laws and regulations.
Special Skills: MS Office, effective verbal and written communication, Manhattan TMS experience preferred.
Physical Abilities:
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Strong ability to communicate cross‑functionally and engage teams and performance metrics.
Years of Experience
2–5 years supervising fleet or transportation operations.
2–5 years working with transportation and DOT regulations.
2–5 years experience with yard management and fleet operations.
2–5 years supervising teams of individual contributors.
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree – Logistics & Transportation
Shift 2nd Shift (United States of America)
Company GSC Wholesale LLC
About Our Company Grocers Supply, based in Houston, is the largest wholesale grocery supplier in Texas, serving over 900 independent grocery stores and chains such as Fiesta, FoodTown, Market Basket, Cox Foodarama, Sellers Brothers, Minyard Food Stores, G. E. Foodland, and El Rio Grande.
Equal Opportunity Employer Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with GSC Wholesale, LLC. GSC Wholesale, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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C&S Wholesale Grocers
Position Overview A Private Fleet Supervisor of Transportation directs daily operational plans, supports the transportation team, promotes engagement, and removes obstacles. They communicate with shipping, receiving, safety, customer service, maintenance, and routing to ensure a seamless day and serve as the primary escalation point for operational issues. This role also educates and promotes proper work behaviors and procedures to maintain a culture of safety and DOT compliance.
Responsibilities
Champion a team of drivers and hourly associates to optimal performance, focusing on engagement and tracking key metrics while coaching through performance issues and assisting in process improvement.
Steward Professional Driver Trainers to onboard, mentor, and conduct annual training for new drivers.
Monitor yard operations and ensure alignment with warehouse needs, overseeing yard jockeys to meet performance expectations and safety guidelines.
Complete routine observations and audits to ensure drivers perform pre- and post-trip equipment checks and complete all work assignments safely, timely, and efficiently.
Promote accurate and complete use of transportation management systems.
Support the Safety Specialist with Driver Qualification files, driver log accuracy, and execution of the company’s drug and alcohol testing protocol.
Travel Required: Yes
Environment
Office: Office Temperature (65F to 75F)
Warehouse: Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)
Skills
Specialized Knowledge: Familiar with DOT laws and regulations.
Special Skills: MS Office, effective verbal and written communication, Manhattan TMS experience preferred.
Physical Abilities:
(text omitted for brevity)
Strong ability to communicate cross‑functionally and engage teams and performance metrics.
Years of Experience
2–5 years supervising fleet or transportation operations.
2–5 years working with transportation and DOT regulations.
2–5 years experience with yard management and fleet operations.
2–5 years supervising teams of individual contributors.
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree – Logistics & Transportation
Shift 2nd Shift (United States of America)
Company GSC Wholesale LLC
About Our Company Grocers Supply, based in Houston, is the largest wholesale grocery supplier in Texas, serving over 900 independent grocery stores and chains such as Fiesta, FoodTown, Market Basket, Cox Foodarama, Sellers Brothers, Minyard Food Stores, G. E. Foodland, and El Rio Grande.
Equal Opportunity Employer Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with GSC Wholesale, LLC. GSC Wholesale, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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