Route Sales Supervisor (CDL required)

Route Sales Supervisor

Supervise route sales driver and related activities at assigned terminal and/or distribution center. Create work schedules for drivers. Identify and implement effective and timely solutions to transportation and distribution routing and delivery challenges. Develop and promote safety, customer service, and operational excellence.

First shift: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Based in Tampa with West Coast coverage from North Tampa to Naples

Set work schedules, ensuring coverage of each route

Train route drivers to sell in products, including new, seasonal, or line extensions

Train route drivers to manage inventory and merchandise product. Train in pre-sell where applicable

Ensure driver safety training conducted and coach safe driving practices

Coach and develop each driver by demonstrating skills and route riding on a regular basis

Set objectives and track results for each route sales driver

Utilize data from internal systems and other sources to assist managers with KPI's

Optimize distribution productivity

Ensure compliance with any DOT regulations; keep informed of regulatory and logistical issues

Help sustain a culture committed to quality service and high performance. Encourage teamwork

Respond constructively and effectively with daily routing situations and customer situations. Act decisively at the right time. Manage customer complaints

Solve problems with desire to produce exceptional results

Coordinate and dispatch special deliveries

Coordinate route settlement and inventory validation on the route sales driver side

Collaborate with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual department

Provide for the supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities, ensuring effective selection, retention, feedback, disciplinary action, and performance management. If a collective bargaining agreement exists, may participate in grievances or other contract related activities and discussions

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 to 5 years of distribution, logistics, and/or transportation experience, including demonstrated leadership attributes, team lead experience, or supervisory experience

Class A or B commercial driver's license in state of residence required

Have air break endorsement

Have or able to obtain state issued milk sampler/hauler license as required

Have current medical card as required

May be required to obtain and maintain other certifications and/or licenses for continued employment

Knowledge of distribution and transportation practices

Solid understanding of DOT transportation regulations related to lawful operation

Understanding of industry, safety, quality, etc., policies (PMO, OSHA, SQF, GMP)

Knowledge of geographic area (pick-up and delivery area)

Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management

Skill in leadership, coaching, and team building

Able to use company computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel, routing software, telematics and handhelds

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Able to adapt and manage to change effectively

Able to consider impact of actions and decisions on employees, coworkers, and customers

Able to multi-task and problem solve

Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism Able to organize time, energy, and activities effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)

Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills) Able to demonstrate strong initiative and follow through on day-to-day responsibilities

Record keeping skills

Must be able to read, write and speak English

Prior supervisory, people skills, computer skills, and DSD experience

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans