Transportation Supervisor

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Job description

Overview:
We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is looking for a Transportation Supervisor to join our Inwood, NY team supporting the JFK International Airport.

Key Responsibilities as a Transportation Supervisor at dnata Catering, you will be responsible for overseeing the efficient and timely transportation of meals and supplies to various airline clients. With a focus on logistics and coordination, you will ensure that our products are delivered to the correct destinations, adhering to strict schedules and safety regulations. Your role will involve managing a team of CDL drivers and driver helpers and ect., monitoring vehicle maintenance, and optimizing delivery routes for maximum efficiency. Additionally, you will collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction. Join our team and help us deliver exceptional catering services to airlines around the world!

dnata is one of the world's largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000.

Accepting applications until: 10.12.2024

You Will:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage transportation movements between the facility and airfield according to requirements of the customer and operational needs.

Ensure all catering is transported with adherence to all SOPs, safety guidelines and internal quality assurance programs.

Manage a small group of dispatchers who are responsible for coordinating the movements of all trucks, checking, verifying, and advising of latest timings, delays and special operations notices.

Maintain a fleet of catering trucks and vehicles for performance, appearance, and operational readiness.

Manage the scheduling of drivers and dispatchers, ensuring correct coverage throughout a week including days off, minimum rest periods.

Implement and maintain robust safety audit program, providing root cause analysis and corrective action plans for identified failures.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Other duties as assigned.

This salary range and is influenced by the level of experience. When calculating the base pay, we take into account various factors such as location, qualifications, training, and experience as part of the overall compensation package. $65,000.00 - $70,000.

You Have:
EDUCATION: High School diploma or GED Required with 2 years related experience and/or training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

CDL License Class A or B required.

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Proficient in writing routine reports and correspondence.

Effective verbal communication skills, able to speak before groups of customers or employees.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to follow instructions in various forms.

Strong problem-solving skills in standardized situations.

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Must be able to pass local/state passport authority and U.S. Customs & Border Protection background checks to obtain ID.

Must be flexible with scheduling and willing to work in a fast-paced environment.

Capable of working in inclement weather conditions (windy, rain, snow, excessive heat).

Intellectual/Social demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to extreme cold/heat (weather), heights and loud noise (earplugs must be worn while on the Ramp)

dnata's Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:

There are two aspects to working as effectively as we can: our people and our results. Our eight competencies are designed to help you focus on these aspects:

Delivering:

Does what they say they will. And they balance the needs of our customers' needs with our business's needs.

Drive

Always gets the job done. And still put the needs of our business first.

Open to opportunity:

Adapts when plans change. Is open to new ideas. Makes suggestions that will help shape our culture.

Business thinking:

Understand our business. Uses this understanding in their day-to-day work and plans for the future.

Collaborate:

Look for solutions that work for themselves, their team, and the whole organization.

Engaging others:

Acts in a way that gets others on board - and when things don't go to plan, they deal with conflict in the right way.

Provide direction:

Share plans with others. Tracks how each project is progressing. Gives constructive feedback during, and after, each project.

Developing talent:

Self-aware. Always learning. Always developing. And always helping others to develop, too.

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position:

Employees at dnata are expected to live our Values of Safety and Security, performance-driven, Service Excellence, Delighting Customers, Imagination, and respect. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

We put safety and security first in all our actions.

We will set challenging goals and meet them.

We deliver to a consistently high quality.

We take ownership and responsibility of a situation until it is resolved.

We are not afraid of failure and learn through our mistakes.

We respect each other regardless of background.

Diversity Matters:
We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we're proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we're committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer, and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata.

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