Transportation/Dispatch Supervisor

Norman’s Nursery has been in business for 77 years and is one of the largest wholesale growers of boxed trees and shrubs. We have over 1,000 acres across 8 different locations in California. As one of the largest wholesale nursery suppliers in the west, we strive to be a leader in the industry.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Transportation Supervisor to manage a team of drivers and fleet, ensuring D.O.T safety compliance and proper maintenance of the fleet. Only apply if you have a minimum of five years, recent transportation supervisory experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Manage day-to-day transportation activities throughout Southern California and Nevada.

· Build loads, set schedules, dispatch drivers.

· Supervise drivers to achieve timely, efficient, and cost-effective deliveries of over 100 trailers per day.

· Keep track of delivery times, transport costs, and efficiency.

· Develop and implement procedures that minimize driver downtime and improve fleet safety.

· Implement training protocol for all drivers at multiple locations.

· Use software to monitor deliveries, optimize operations and driver productivity.

· Evaluate driver performance, provide guidance and feedback, and discipline as necessary.

· Ensure compliance with applicable state, federal, and local regulations.

· Organize documentation and oversee procedures for periodic D.O.T audits of the transportation department.

REQUIRED SKILLS

· Minimum five years of supervisory experience, Agriculture industry preferred.

· Record of successful transportation management

· Ability to lead and manage staff.

· Knowledge of D.O.T Regulations.

BENEFITS

Our employees are the heart and soul of our success here at Norman's Nursery.
Which is why it's important to us to offer competitive and affordable benefits to our
employees.

· Medical

· Dental

· Vision

· 401K

· PTO

· Holiday Pay

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Agriculture Supervisor: 3 years (Preferred)
• DOT: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person