Performance Food Group

Transportation Supervisor - Serving Memphis Market

Posted on: 13 Feb 2021

Jackson, TN

Job Description

Company Description
Performance Foodservice, PFGs broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants and other experts builds close relationships with each customer, providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection and operational strategies. The Performance Foodservice team delivers delicious food, but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams. Job Description Great food and great careers - this is what Performance Foodservice brings to the table. Performance Foodservice is one of the largest foodservice distributors in the nation, with more than 66,000 national and private label products that we market and distribute both nationally and in 40 foreign countries. If you're ready to set your career in motion, it all starts now with a company that really delivers!

Why Performance Foodservice? Heres Why

* High performing, fast growing location with a great team!
* We are a national company with a local family feel!
* Competitive pay (+ bonus) and benefits, including 401(k), vacation, holidays, personal days and so much more!
* Be a part of helping the restaurants you love build their dreams!

We are looking for a Transportation Supervisor for our Memphis, TN location.

The Transportation Supervisor position will perform the following duties:

Supervises the driver workforce in an efficient, cost-effective manner
Identifies and expands backhaul revenue
Provides excellent customer service and team leadership
May involve training and product delivery
Hands-on experience in transportation and logistics operations
Thorough knowledge of DOT regulations, tractors, trailers, reefers, and truck computer systems
Makes effective decisions by analyzing information and considering priorities
Inspires others with enthusiasm and positive energy
Effectively manages in a changing environment. Skills include leadership, planning, developing policies, delegation, and tracking performance against measurable goals
Demonstrates ability to supervise a small staff
Posses superior organizational skills
Is articulate, professional, and effective at building relationships using oral and written communication Required Qualifications - At least 3 years' experience in transportation management including commercial vehicle operation
- H.S. diploma or a GED
- Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) certified
- 3-year clean MVR
- Ability to lift up to 90 lbs.
- Local candidates only - NO RELOCATION AVAILABLE Preferred Qualifications - 4+ years transportation experience including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations
- Experience in operation of computerized fleet management systems within foodservice industry
- Associates'/2-year technical degree EEO Statement Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the Company) provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the EEO is the Law poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

Performance Food Group

Richmond, VA

Performance Food Group Company, through its subsidiaries, markets and distributes food and food-related products in the United States. It operates in three operating segments: Performance Foodservice, PFG Customized, and Vistar. The company offers a range of frozen foods, including meats, fully prepared appetizers and entrees, fruits, vegetables, and desserts; canned and dry foods; fresh meats; dairy products; beverage products; imported specialties; fresh produce; and candy, snack, and other products, as well as beef, seafood, shortenings and oils, baked goods, salad dressings, teas and cocoas, pork, and others.

It also supplies various non-food items, such as paper products comprising pizza boxes, disposable napkins, plates, and cups; tableware that include china and silverware; cookware, which comprise pots, pans, and utensils; restaurant and kitchen equipment and supplies; and cleaning supplies. In addition, the company offers value-added services related to foodservice distribution, including electronic order-taking, payment, and other Internet based services; various reports and other data, menu planning advice, food safety training, and assistance in inventory control, as well as access to various third-party services designed to add value to its customers’ businesses.

It serves street and chain restaurants, schools, business and industry locations, hospitals, vending distributors, office coffee service distributors, retailers, and theaters, as well as franchises and other institutional customers. The company markets and distributes approximately 150,000 food and food-related products from 73 distribution centers to approximately 150,000 customer locations. Performance Food Group Company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.

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