Sales / Route Supervisor

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Sales Route Supervisor supervises the daily activities of deliverydrivers and ensures DOT compliance and the efficiency of the departmentby actively engaging in the routing, standardization, and training ofthe drivers to aid in the distribution of all company products in a safemanner.SupervisoryResponsibilities:- Supervise, lead, and mentor Sales Route Drivers- Provide assistance to the Distribution Manager as it relates to training, improving the efficiency of distribution operations, data evaluation, effective and efficient utilization of equipment, and route optimization.Responsibilities:- Prioritize Sales Route Driver workload and assist the Distribution Manager in scheduling and assessing performance.- Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, identify and implement opportunities to improve processes.- Comply with and enforce all company work and safety rules and regulatory compliance rules and regulations.- Use and enforce the use of all personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations.- Develop and maintain a positive, productive relationship with the supply chain leadership team.- Partner with all functional departments to ensure meeting business unit and company safety, service, cost, and people goals.QualificationsandExperience:- Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.- Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.- Must be able to work independently and/or on a team in a fast-paced environment.- Must be able to pass a D.O.T. Physical, background and Drug Screen, and clearinghouse.- Minimum Age: 21, as per Federal D.O.T. regulations- Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to problem-solving are required.- Must exhibit strong leadership skills and the ability to train, mentor, and develop team members.- Must be able to work in hot and cold climates, both indoors and outdoors, and on refrigerated trucks.- Open to relocating or transferring to other locations as dictated by the operational requirements of the business.- Must be able to work weekends and Holidays- Must have a working knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.- Might be asked to work different shifts 1st2ndor 3rdbased on business needs.- Might be asked to assist other locations within the business unit.Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:- Class A or B commercial drivers license with Air Brake endorsement required (must also possess a validMedical Examiners Certificate in accordance with FMCSA Part 391.41 priorto operating a commercialmotor vehicle for Hiland Dairy Foods)Education:- High school diploma or GED equivalent required, or Four years prior supervisory experience.- Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodology, highly preferredPhysicalDemand/WorkingConditions:- Must be able to frequently stand, walk, climb, Bend, Twist, Push/Pull reach at, above and below shoulder. Lift/Carry/ Lower: 30-45 lbs 70% and 45-60 lbs 30 % continuous. Repetition Hand/Wrist: Simple Grasping and Firm Grasping 70 % continuous.- Required to work in very hot (100+) and very cool (less than 32), and humid environments throughout the year. Exposed to noise and vibration 100%.- Required to run routes as required by business needs and work outside, regardless of the conditions.

Created: 2026-01-26