Night Dispatch Yard Supervisor - G & C Food Distributors : Job Details

G&C Foods is seeking a dedicated and motivated Yard Supervisor to lead our Yard Specialists, Dispatch Coordinators, and Yard Team members. This role is essential in ensuring seamless operations within our yard, promoting timely equipment flow, and collaborating across departments to maintain efficiency, safety, and high standards of service.Job Summary: The Dispatch Yard Supervisor will supervise the yard specialists, dispatch coordinators and specialists. They will assist in the training and development of new drivers as well as facilitate and communicate the flow, washing, and placement of equipment throughout the yard and dock doors with all necessary departments. Location: Syracuse, NY (On-Site)Schedule: Monday-Friday 9p-6aSalary: $60,000-$75,000 with an Associate Bonus ProgramEssential Function:

• Oversee all nightly functions of the Yard and dispatch
• Assist in maintenance needs to support nightly on time departures
• Monitor and track time, attendance, hours, and scheduling including PTO
• Create an inspiring team environment with a culture of open communication by listening to team members' feedback and resolving any issues or conflicts
• Assist in managing overweight trailers by communicating to sales, warehouse and transportation team
• Collaborate with warehouse team, drivers, VMF and outside carriers to meet on time arrival and departure goals
• Set clear team goals, delegate tasks appropriately and Monitor team performance and report on metrics
• Maintain all equipment and user data within the yard management system (Power Yard). Direct communication with NCR will be necessary
• Motivate team members, recognize high performance, and reward accomplishments.
• Distinguish training needs and provide coaching
• Encourage creativity and risk-taking
• Ensure all safety regulations are being met/ followed
• Plan and coordinate the daily incoming/outgoing shipment plan
• Collaborate with management and warehouse personnel for disciplinary actions and any other concerns in the department such as staffing needs, errors, equipment needs, scheduling and safety
• Prepare all documentation for employees (ex. Coaching's, written, suspensions, performance evaluations...) based on recent activities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of transportation and shipping procedures
• Basic Knowledge of FMCSA / DOT. Regulations
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong leadership skills: train, motivate, direct the work of others
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail, meet deadlines and work in a production-driven environment
• Ability to plan and conduct effective meetings
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Valid CDL-A license preferred
• Ability to handle written and oral reviews and disciplinary actions
• Basic Knowledge of Excel, Word ,E-mail programs and the ability to learn other programs as required