XPO Logistics: Supervisor, Distribution Center – Tonawanda, Ny

Solutions driven success.

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets.

At XPO Logistics, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations.

We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO.

If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

As the Supervisor, Freight Operations, we’ll count on you to inspire your team to continuously raise the bar, while taking responsibility for all day-to-day operational responsibilities.

As a member of our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career that will exceed your expectations.

We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO.

If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.Pay, benefits and more.We’re eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.What you’ll do on a typical day:Supervise staff during various inbound, city and/or outbound freight operationsEnsure production goals are met by managing tonnage, payroll, and other administrative functionsPlan hourly employee schedules to meet daily operations goalsEnforce all company, FMCSR, OSHA and DOT policies, rules, regulations, and lawsCoach, train and develop employees in a manner consistent with company policiesAct as a champion of our values, demonstrating them and holding your team to the same high standardsWhat you need to succeed at XPO:At a minimum, you’ll need:2 years of related work experienceKnowledge of the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry, hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules and regulationsAvailability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekendsIt’d be great if you also have:Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics, or 4 years of related work or military experience2 years of supervisory experienceLTL industry experiencePositive attitude with the ability to multitask and motivate your teamExceptional leadership, communication, and administrative skillsThis job requires the ability to:Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights up to 50 lbs.

frequently and greater than 75 lbs.

occasionallyReach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneelWalk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slipperyWork outside in inclement weatherBe part of something big.

XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world.

We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services.

Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.XPO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety.

All employees and visitors are expected to comply with XPO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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