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Transportation Supervisor
Company | American Red Cross |
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Location | Durham, NC, USA |
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Salary | $73000 – $85000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Mid Level |
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Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
- 1 year of lead or supervisory experience.
- A valid driver’s license and clean DMV record is required.
- Must have basic computer, reading, and communication skills.
- Must have effective communication and customer service skills and the ability to interact with diverse customers (internal and external) is required.
- Ability to work on a team and independently.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the supervision and coordination of scheduled deliveries and shuttles including empty box pickups utilizing vendors/volunteers and ARC paid couriers based on the most economical and cost-effective means.
- Responsible for volunteer/staff training and certification of competency. Help in onboarding of new volunteer/staff. Prepare work schedules and ensure appropriate coverage for assigned shift. Supervise all work processes and ensure work is performed accurately and efficiently.
- Make proactive adjustments to routes on an as needed basis due to inclement weather, major traffic issues, and special events, etc.
- Monitor volunteer engagement and work with Volunteer Services to increase volunteer recruitment. Participate in planning of local recognition events.
- Interact with customers to provide updates on deliveries. Monitor Connect and the Transportation Management System (TMS) to provide tracking of shipments to customers.
- Perform invoice monitoring, reconciliation, and timely payment of all bills. Maintain good communication and follow up with the Vendor.
- Evaluate and ensure the proper vehicle needs are being met for the site and coordinate the request with the Fleet Coordinator. Work with Fleet for vehicle needs.
- On-call may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is a plus
- Knowledge of blood products, supplies