Transportation Supervisor
Be Part of the Future of Sleep! At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we're more than a mattress company, we're a leading global sleep company with a mission to help people sleep better so they can live healthier lives. With a 150-year heritage in delivering industry-leading sleep solutions, we own iconic brands including Serta, Beautyrest, Simmons and Tuft & Needle.
What You'll Do:
At Serta Simmons Bedding, we're looking for a Transportation Supervisor to lead our daily fleet operations, ensure DOT compliance, and drive safe, efficient, and on-time deliveries. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in operational environments and problem-solving on the go, we'd love to hear from you.
How You'll Do It:
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company safety policies and DOT regulations
- Partner with Corporate Logistics and Plant Transportation Manager to report, investigate, and resolve driver accidents and injuries
- Support delivery, cost, and service objectives through effective coordination and planning
- Manage fleet operations to ensure cost efficiency, including labor utilization, overtime control, and equipment usage
- Ensure full DOT compliance, including driver logs, performance monitoring, accident reporting, and equipment maintenance
- Oversee use of systems such as ELD (Omnitracs) and EPOD for accurate logging and delivery tracking
- Manage daily dispatch, fleet deliveries, and return pickups
- Address driver and customer concerns, including delivery delays and service issues
- Prepare and review daily, weekly, and ad hoc reports (mileage, fuel tax, payroll accuracy)
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operations
- Build positive relationships with drivers and proactively address concerns
- Stay current on industry trends, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
What You'll Bring:
REQUIRED: HS Diploma and 10+ years' experience in transportation related field with 5+ years minimum experience is fleet management, with direct driver supervision. Working knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations. Familiarity with Federal, State and local health and safety regulations. Experience working with data driven measurements and metrics for functional areas. Some experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point). Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
PREFERRED Bachelor's degree in transportation or supply chain related field. Lean training / certification.
Work involves exposure to usual hazards found in a manufacturing environment. Work also involves occasional lifting of product, up to 100lbs.
Why work at Serta Simmons Bedding? When you join SSB, you become part of a winning and diverse team that is excited and committed to helping people get better sleep. We provide inspiring career opportunities, competitive benefits, employee perks, and the chance to be part of the future of sleep.