Logistics Supervisor

Logistics Supervisor - Allentown, PA

The individual will be responsible for the Common Carrier and Fleet Transportation load planning, service metrics for while manage a territory that consists of PA,NY and NJ , with potential to expand into other regions.

Shift & Schedule: This position will support our 12 hr rotating night shift schedule working 2nd Shift. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and holidays as scheduled is required. 

Compensation: This is an exempt, salaried position paid on a biweekly cycle. Compensation is flexible and determined by the candidate's experience level.   

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Transportation, both For Hire Carriers and Splash Fleet load routing and planning
• To assign, audit, and manage the activity of the Ryder loads (3PL), and managing the local For Hire Dedicated Carrier.
• Ensure full compliance according to FMCSA, DOT and KDP Policies for Splash Fleet
• Ensure that the customer interface is managed in the most effective manner

50% :  Operational Responsibility for the For Hire Carriers and Inhouse (Splash) Fleet in Florida (Incl: Jacksonville, Tampa, Miami)

• Lead a team of drivers on a day-to-day basis. Including: raw material inbound to the plant, 3rd party revenue lanes, local shuttle moves, and outbound branch deliveries.
• Confirm DOT/FMCSA and safety regulations are followed per driver, including monthly safety meetings, JJ Keller driver files, driver / truck audits, DVIR process, ELD audits and system knowledge.
• Identify, review and implement backhaul operations to meet/exceed budgetary revenue targets
• Work closely with the fleet team on equipment requirements (including PM’s, communication on repairs needed, fuel cards, etc.)

20% :  Manage interactions and relationships with all customers and stakeholders Including: Drivers, Manufacturing, Planning, Ryder (3PL).

• Effective communication day to day with plants, branches, suppliers and drivers
• Relationship building and continuous communication with backhaul customers
• Effective communication with internal shipping office personnel
• Knowledgeable and/or open to learn systems required for the position (SAP, Spireon, Peoplenet, Ryder, etc.)

15% :  Continuous Improvement in both Cost and Service for the For Hire Carriers  in Florida

• Review and improve upon the baseline for transportation costs
• Analyzing fleet vs. carrier cost and service for best practices
• Provide input to optimize the network and align capacity cross regionally

15%:  Develop and Maintain Cost and Service Metrics for the Transport Group Operations in Florida

• Understand the scorecard for transportation costs including  cost to operate vs. target cost, on-time performance, primary carrier utilization, and % handled by brokers. Other duties and project work as required

Where Applicable:

• Benefits eligible day one!!
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Bachelor Degree preferred
• 5+ years in transportation
• 3+ years supervisory experience
• 2+ years’ experience with Microsoft office products
• Experience with SAP
• Extensive knowledge of DOT/FMCSA

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.