Road Logistics Cross Dock Shift Supervisor

It's more than a jobWhen you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne+Nagel, you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently. But that is not all. Your work also helps ensure that vital medicines reach patients on time and supports other essential deliveries, from wind turbines to semiconductors. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.Road Logistics Cross Dock Shift Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the rapid, efficient transfer of goods from inbound trailers to outbound trailers with minimal storage time. This role ensures that shipments for Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) and Full - Than- Truckload (FTL) forwarding are sorted, handled safely, and dispatched on time to meet customer requirementsHow you create impactManage daily dock operations, including in-bound unloading, sorting, and out-bound loading of freight, ensuring strict "window time" conformanceSupervise, train, and mentor a team by managing schedules, performance evaluations, and maintain key performance indicatorsUpdate and control customer standard operating procedures and work instructionsControl optimal inventory level on consumables, tools and personal protective equipmentEnsure all QSHE security warehouse formats are completedReport and act upon safety concerns with warehouse and QSHE management and maintain warehouse as clean as possible and create/honor housekeeping programMinimize rehandling of freight by prioritizing direct, head, and sector loading techniques to speed up transitEnforce OSHA, DOT, and internal safety protocols, ensuring a clean, organized, and secure dock environmentUse Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or Transport Management Systems (TMS) to track shipments, manage inventory, and generate reportsAct quickly to resolve issues related to damaged goods (OSD - Over, Short, Damaged), delays, and staffing shortagesFrequently perform physical work, and assisting in loading/unloading during peak timesWhat we would like you to bringHigh school diploma or GED is required; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is often preferredBilingual in Spanish and English is needed4+ years of experience in logistics, warehouse, or freight operations, with at least 2 year in a leadership roleProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Excel) and familiarity with logistics software (e.g., SAP, WMS, or TMS)C-TPAT experience is neededComfortable in travelling to Mexico once in 2 Months and flexible in extending working hoursWhat's in it for youThere has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-RT1Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.Who we areLogistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.