Transportation Calgary, Alberta, Canada See Details

ResponsibilitiesPosition Summary: The ‘Transportation Supervisor’ role oversees transportation operations of a dedicated McDonald\ 's distributorship with responsibility for planning/scheduling of manpower and equipment of the hourly workforce while nurturing an environment that maximizes employee safety, involvement and morale. Further, this position will administer and monitor daily dispatch while maintaining a master delivery schedule and providing interpretation of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Within the scope of responsibility, the operations supervisor ensures safety is a number one priority through effective daily communications and action plan execution with employees while advocating injury/collision risk management and incident avoidance. The incumbent will further ensure optimized equipment utilization while driving overall cost reductions without impacting store delivery targets/service.
This position provides strong technical support as well as direction, guidance & leadership to the Transportation Department at an assigned distribution centre.
Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
Plan and execute daily manpower requirements for current day and week, keeping overtime to a minimum
Conduct daily shift meetings, communicating appropriate safety and operational messages, taking suggestions and answering questions
Assign daily work duties to drivers ensuring safety, service and productivity and reliability requirements are met
Manage work flows efficiently, meeting the requirements of our Collective Bargaining Agreement
Maintain Syntellic, Paragon and Xatanet programs (knowledge of these software packages an asset)
Create and maintain production and/or master delivery schedules, including route, restaurant, and other pertinent information
Maintain associated employee bids
Maintain statistical information on employees, productivity, reliability, equipment, fuel, mileage, delivery schedules, service etc.
Prepare and upload the daily route trial, adjusting options for greatest opportunity in maximizing safety, service, and cost efficiencies
Audit all drivers trip records for legal and process legitimacy
Maintain and audit weekly payroll entries for drivers
Provide training, support, and direction to employees to ensure understanding of and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
Oversee quality control for in-house and enroute product
Conduct near miss, injury, and collision investigations, completing corrective actions promptly and communicating resolutions broadly
Communicate across Warehouse, Transportation and Customer Service departments regarding possible issues impacting our customer or one-another
Review service providers’ performance to ensure service and qualityre requirements are met and cost controls are met
Perform supervisory functions which include follow up with drivers and/or warehouse workers while holding employees accountable through recognition & discipline
Demonstrate leadership through effective teamwork and demonstrating a positive attitude
Develop and maintain effective working relationships across the company
Participate in training, inspection, investigation, and continuous improvement programs
Collect and record statistical information for reporting purposes
Ensure compliance with industry, company, and sanitation standards, including making sure physical plant and transportation equipment is free from hazards and meets legislated requirements
Ensure the operations follow all Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP)/Good Drivers Practices (GDP) for transport rules and regulations
Other projects or duties as assigned
QualificationsRequired Skills and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, engineering, logistics or related field
Ideally shall have three to five years’ experience in high-volume, food service, unionized distribution, or logistics
One to three years of progressively responsible supervisory experience
Strong computer software (i.E., MS Office) skills required
Experience with Routing and Onboard Software, a strong asset
Leadership competencies required
Integrative thinker and excellent problem-solving skills
Strong work ethic, ability to multi-task in a high-pressure work environment
Attention to detail, organization skill
High initiative, self-motivation
Strong, interactive team player
Excellent time management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to produce accurate and timely reports
Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
This position must pass a post-offer background check
BenefitsAt the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well-being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
Physical DemandsThe Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.
Background CheckOffers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Pay TransparencyOur compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.
Transparency in the use of AIOur recruitment process may utilize artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled tools, such as virtual assistant, to support candidates in exploring job opportunities, initiating applications, and obtaining answers to common questions. Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to make final hiring decisions.All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.
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