Job Title:
Transportation Supervisor
Company: UNFI
Location: Joliet, IL
Created: 2026-04-13
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Join Our Team at UNFI!Become a vital part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We proudly serve over 43,000 customer locations with an extensive selection of 200,000 products. Our dedicated warehouse associates play a crucial role in supplying "better for you" food that nourishes families nationwide-from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between.Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others while advancing your career? If you're passionate about logistics and want to be part of a growing distribution team that values your contributions, we want to hear from you!What We Offer:• Competitive Salary & Annual Bonus Potential • Competitive Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k & Vacation• Paid leave time earned• Growth and professional development opportunities• Recognition for great work, company events, and picnics, and much more.• Full-time employment opportunityPosition Purpose:As a Transportation Supervisor, you will assist management in supervising transportation staff within the Transportation Department and Coordination with our 3rd party driver leadership team. You will implement schedules, manage departure times, and ensure daily departmental functions run smoothly and efficiently. Your role is pivotal in coordinating changes and maintaining strong communication with customers and internal partners.Essential Functions & Basic Duties:• Coordinate Daily Operations: Schedule drivers and staff to maximize workforce effectiveness and ensure timely deliveries.• Monitor Performance: Track driver departure times and report relevant information to management.• On-Call Duties: Share on-call responsibilities within the Transportation Department to address urgent issues.• Customer Coordination: Work closely with drivers to coordinate delivery schedules and notify customers of delays or accidents.• Support Management: Provide backup support to the Transportation Manager, including log data entry and quality checks.• Communication Hub: Serve as a central point of communication for schedule changes and new account services across departments.• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as needed to support operational efficiency.• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.Performance Measurements:• Demonstrates a willingness to accept challenges and new responsibilities.• Completes tasks accurately and within established timelines.• Works effectively as part of a team.• Maintains quality and safety standards in line with company policies.• Receives consistent positive feedback from internal and external customers.Required Knowledge:• Strong understanding of Department of Transportation regulations.• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.