Transportation Supervisor

DISCOVER WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOUR CAREER! 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 Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a robust 401(k) plan, and generous vacation time. Growth and Development Opportunities: We invest in our employees with professional development programs to help you advance your career. Recognition and Rewards: Celebrate your achievements through company events, picnics, and recognition programs. Full-Time Employment: Join a stable, supportive work environment where your efforts are valued. Schedule: This position requires weekend availability. Shift follow one of the following schedules: Wednesday–Sunday Saturday–Wednesday Shifts are daytime, 10 hours in length, typically starting between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Position Purpose: As a Transportation Supervisor, you will assist management in supervising drivers and staff within the Transportation Department. 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. 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. Skills & Abilities: Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to coordinate complex schedules. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join us in making a difference in the lives of families across the nation! 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. 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 and local laws. Benefits: For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), 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; 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, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. 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. 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