Shipping Supervisor
Job Summary
This Shipping Supervisor role leads outbound logistics operations for a growing manufacturing organization. The position is responsible for developing transportation demand and capacity plans, optimizing freight routing, and driving cost improvements across multiple facilities and contract manufacturers. This is a key leadership role that combines hands-on team supervision with strategic logistics analysis to ensure efficient, on-time product delivery while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
Essential Functions
- Develops transportation demand and capacity plans while creating network models to determine optimal modes and freight requirements
- Analyzes routes daily using TMS optimizer, merge-in-transit, and pool point methodologies to drive cost savings and efficiency
- Negotiates favorable freight rates with carriers and serves as subject matter expert for logistics software systems
- Leads optimization initiatives across company and contract manufacturer facilities while developing performance metrics and reports
- Delegates work to shipping team, coordinates daily activities, and maintains accountability for quality and productivity
- Oversees carrier scheduling, safe loading procedures, freight claims, and on-time delivery reporting
- Investigates logistics issues, identifies root causes, and implements corrective solutions
- Maintains a safe work environment by recognizing hazards and enforcing proper safety protocols
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or equivalent combined with minimum five years of experience in logistics or transportation management
- Minimum two years of direct supervision or proven leadership experience
- Strong analytical skills with ability to assemble data, analyze performance, and develop actionable recommendations
- Thorough understanding of transportation tariff pricing structures across all modes
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
- Self-starter capable of working independently while fostering cross-functional collaboration
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience working with contract manufacturers on freight optimization
- Background in developing cost-saving measurements and using metrics to drive operational change
- Experience training teams on transportation processes and procedures
- Demonstrated success leading process improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment
Technical Skills
- Transportation optimization and network modeling
- TMS systems including MercuryGate, MercuryEdge, and MOJO
- Freight rate negotiation and carrier management
- Routing, scheduling, and pool point distribution
- Logistics analytics and performance reporting
- MS Office Suite and ERP systems
- Custom logistics shipping software
- Team leadership and performance management
Education & Certifications
Associate degree or equivalent in logistics, supply chain, business or related field required. Relevant certifications in transportation or logistics management preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range of $65,000 to $85,000 annually depending on experience. Position includes competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth in a stable manufacturing environment.