Freight Operations Supervisor — Prairie Township, OH at

About the Team

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, featuring a highly integrated network of people, technology, and physical assets. We seek employees who thrive on challenges and can communicate effectively in all situations. Our mission is to leverage your skills and experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for both you and the company. If you are looking for a growth opportunity, we invite you to join our team.

About the Role

As a Freight Operations Supervisor, you will lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations, acting as the primary point of contact for workplace concerns and questions. Your day will involve developing and implementing strategic work procedures to meet evolving department demands, managing tonnage and payroll, and planning hourly schedules to meet daily goals while lowering costs.

You will be responsible for ensuring customer freight is processed, handled, loaded, and delivered timely and damage-free. A key part of your role is coaching and developing employees on proper techniques and quality requirements, conducting evaluations, and determining corrective actions when necessary. You will also act as a champion of XPO values, holding your team to high standards while minimizing shipment rehandles through prioritized loading strategies.

This role requires active participation in internal safety and engagement committees, training employees on safety rules, and inspecting working conditions to ensure compliance with company, FMCSR, OSHA, CCMTA, NSC, and DOT policies. You will conduct daily staff meetings to communicate corporate messages and revisions to policies, while also providing analysis and suggestions for operational improvements within the shift and service center.

Hiring Process

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. XPO values diversity and inclusion, ensuring a fair and supportive environment for all team members.

Work location

Work model: On-site

4966, Hamden Way, Rome, Prairie Township, Franklin County, Ohio, 43228, United States

Prairie Township, Ohio

Key Responsibilities

check_circleLead and supervise all aspects of freight operations
check_circleDevelop and implement strategic work procedures to meet department demands
check_circleEvaluate, manage, assign and supervise workloads and tasks
check_circlePlan hourly employee schedules to meet daily operations goals and lower costs
check_circleEnsure production goals are met by managing tonnage, payroll and administrative functions
check_circleCoach and develop employees on proper techniques and quality requirements
check_circleMake recommendations regarding hiring, suspension and termination of staff
check_circleTrain employees on safety rules and processes and monitor working conditions
check_circleConduct daily staff meetings and communicate corporate messages to team members

Requirements

verified2 years of related work experience in warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation or similar environment
verifiedKnowledge of LTL industry, hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules and regulations
verifiedAvailable to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends
verifiedBachelor's degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics or 4 years of related work or military experience
verified2 years of supervisory experience
verifiedLTL industry experience

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics, or 4 years of related work or military experience. 2 years of supervisory experience. LTL industry experience. Positive attitude with the ability to multitask and motivate your team. Exceptional leadership, communication, and administrative skills.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleFull health insurance benefits available on day onecheck_circleLife and disability insurancecheck_circleEarn up to 15 days of PTO over your first yearcheck_circle9 paid company holidays401(k) option with company match

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Less-Than-Truckload, Hazardous Materials Regulations, Dot Rules And Regulations, FMCSR, Osha, Ccmta, NSC.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Supervisor, Freight Operations at XPO

What does a Supervisor, Freight Operations at XPO do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Supervisor, Freight Operations at XPO will lead and supervise all aspects of freight operations; develop and implement strategic work procedures to meet department demands; evaluate, manage, assign and supervise workloads and tasks; and plan hourly employee schedules to meet daily operations goals and lower costs.

What are the requirements for this Supervisor, Freight Operations role?expand_more

XPO is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 2 years of related work experience in warehouse, distribution, supply chain, transportation or similar environment; Knowledge of LTL industry, hazardous materials regulations and DOT rules and regulations; Available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends; Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics or 4 years of related work or military experience; 2 years of supervisory experience; and LTL industry experience.

Where is the Supervisor, Freight Operations role at XPO located?expand_more

Supervisor, Freight Operations at XPO is based in 4966, Hamden Way, Rome, Prairie Township, Franklin County, Ohio, 43228, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Supervisor, Freight Operations job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

XPO has listed this Supervisor, Freight Operations role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Supervisor, Freight Operations role?expand_more

Supervisor, Freight Operations at XPO typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Supervisor, Freight Operations role at XPO?expand_more

Key skills for Supervisor, Freight Operations at XPO include Less-Than-Truckload; Hazardous Materials Regulations; Dot Rules And Regulations; FMCSR; Osha; Ccmta; and NSC.

What education is required for Supervisor, Freight Operations at XPO?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Distribution or Logistics preferred.

What category does the Supervisor, Freight Operations role belong to?expand_more

Supervisor, Freight Operations at XPO is part of the logistics & warehouse job category on Recrutus.

Supervisor, Freight Operations