Location Supervisor at Forward Air in Ashland, Virginia

Job Description:

Job Description

Position: Location Supervisor

Job Description:

Forward Final Mile is looking for a Locations Supervisor. The Location Supervisor will be responsible for assisting the Location Manager to oversee the day to day operations at his/her location(s). The Location Supervisor will be required to fully understand all aspects of his/her location(s), build positive relationships with the client and increase the efficiencies and business within their delivery operations. Relationship building with client, recruiting, and gaining 100% of client business in each location are utmost priorities.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Manager in training to become Location Manager
• Delivery and route management
• Assist in recruiting / retention of contractors
• Engagement and positive culture
• Work directly with the Client and Location Manager
• Adhere and enforce all operational policies
• Warehouse Operations (in certain locations)
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Prior experience in management and/or logistics
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong leadership and planning ability
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills
• Must have the ability to prioritize work load and manage time
• Identifies and resolves problems. Demonstrates attention to detail
• Identifies opportunities to increase accuracy and optimize resources and develops/recommends/implements solutions
• Excellent negotiation skills to deal effectively with individuals and groups within and outside the organization
• Provides timely and professional support to all internal/external customers and vendors
• Effective organization and leadership skills
• Proven leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to effectively supervise, coach and influence employees
• General computer skills - Microsoft Office, Outlook, AS400