logistics supervisor

Work setting

• Transportation
• Freight forwarding
• Warehouse
• Retail / wholesale establishment / distribution centre
• Shipping company or agency
• Ship

Tasks

• Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments
• Prepare and submit reports
• Train workers in duties and policies
• Co-ordinate, assign and review work
• Monitor movement of supplies and materials between departments
• Establish work schedules and procedures
• Keep track of shipments
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Computer and technology knowledge

• Inventory control software
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• Monitoring and tracking software

Type of industry experience

• Trucking

Service experience

• Delivery

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to work independently

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone
• Computer

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available