Carrier Freight Operations Supervisor

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Overview

East Penn's Carrier & Freight Operations is seeking highly motivated and skilled candidates with the ability to inspire others, generate enthusiasm, and build and maintain a productive, well-educated & trained team. This individual will be actively engaged in providing leadership, clearly communicating departmental goals, and fostering a positive, results-driven work environment.

Responsibilities

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Qualifications

Must be effective at ...

Managing & Measuring Work

Directing Others

Focusing on Results

Relating to Others (Interpersonal Skills)

Building Trust

Communicating Effectively

Collaborating & Fostering Teamwork

Motivating & Inspiring Others

Strong personal commitment; and leadership; models behavior in words and actions that reflect the organizations values

Ability to set goals and expectations at all levels and follow through

Ability to engage others in a positive manner and keep team motivated, expressing positive encouragement, reinforcement, and appreciation

Qualified candidates should possess.

5 years of experience in transportation / distribution environment

3 to 5 years of experience supervising or managing a team of employees preferred

Transportation Management System experience preferred

International transportation / customs experience preferred

Develop and analyze metrics to support the business plan as outlined by the Sr. Logistics Manager

Build and maintain an effective team - Interviewing, training, mentoring and accountability

Identify, develop, and implement Carrier Freight Operations best practices throughout all EPM Divisions / Modes of transportation

Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing including presentation abilities

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze problems and formulate alternative/creative solutions to problems

Adept in multi-tasking, prioritizing, and managing time effectively

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy; can effectively listen and give details accurately

Knowledge of DOT regulations, including but not limited to hazardous shipments and freight classifications

Exceptional interpersonal skills: a team player with proven ability to work across functional areas and all levels of the organization

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Open to coaching with the ability to apply feedback

Ability to lead and coordinate multiple priority projects concurrently

Must not have any active code of conduct violations

Must have acceptable attendance (as per Transfer policy guidelines)

Directing others, relating to others (strong interpersonal skills,)

Must be able to communicate effectively written and orally in English

Education

Associates or bachelor's degree in logistics preferred

Equivalent level of work experience will be considered

Must have High School diploma /GED or Above

East Penn Benefits

East Penn offers excellent benefits:

Competitive compensation

Group health insurance that includes high quality medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a low employee premium

Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution

9 paid company holidays, 2 paid personal holidays, and paid vacation days annually

Employee assistance program

Fitness Discounts

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This position was posted by East Penn Manufacturing (Lyon Station, PA). Apply through the official website using the link on this page.