SIMON | Logistics Supervisor

Subsidiary: Simon

 

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients. What we do is bigger than construction – it is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well. To learn more about Simon visit www.simonteam.com/.

Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, using new technology, and enhancing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Simon, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.

Job Summary:

Oversees and coordinates administrative operations and develops workflow process improvements while ensuring continuity between manufacturing, construction, sales, trucking, safety, environmental, regulatory requirements, and data integrity.  This includes compliance with company policies, and applicable federal/state/local regulations. Ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the supply chain while minimizing costs and meeting customer requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

This position performs job duties in the following areas, in addition to other projects/tasks as assigned:

•    Embrace the Company’s safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
•    Support, promote, and practice the Company’s core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies 
•    Collaborate with Sales & Logistics Manager to prepare and maintain budgets and financial data related to trucking operations; adjust strategies to maintain strong financial performance
•    Make recommendations regarding equipment replacement or disposal
•    Collaborate with Sales & Logistics Manager to develop and implement logistics strategies and plans to meet organizational objectives
•    Effectively manage the work environment and staff to ensure safety, regulatory, and production targets and schedules are met.
•    Provide leadership and guidance to sales, logistics, and administrative staff including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and professional development
•    Ensure consistent and efficient administrative processes, policies, and procedures are developed, implemented and followed
•    Maintain effective relationships with customers, suppliers, and Company business groups
•    Oversee customer service support with customer communication, credit & collections, pricing implementation, order processing, customer delivery, system support and quote preparation
•    Oversee daily scheduling, ticketing, and hauler reconciliations
•    Maintain accurate records and documentation of all logistics activities including shipment schedules and transportation costs through Fleetwatcher.
•    Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards related to logistics operations
•    Work with A/P Hauler Admin. to ensure accurate invoicing and payments.
•    Attend daily and weekly coordination meetings with Simon Construction teams
•    Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in logistics management

Education:

•    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply-Chain Management, Logistics or related field a plus
•    Valid drivers’ license and clean driving history; Class A CDL with endorsements preferred

Skills:

•    3-5 years of experience in commercial trucking operations, logistics, construction, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
•    3 years of experience working in a supervisory capacity
•    Ability to effectively lead and develop employees
•    Ability to work independently, adapt to changing situations, and problem-solve in a dynamic environment
•    Prior experience working with financial reports and developing/managing an operational budget
•    Prior experience using project planning, dispatch, and/or logistics software
•    Proficiency in use of computers including MS Office, spreadsheet, and database programs
•    Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, MSHA, and other applicable local, state, and federal regulations

Physical Requirements:

•    Wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company safety guidelines
•    Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
•    Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
•    Frequently required to sit and use a computer for long periods
•    Occasional work in close proximity to heavy equipment and machinery
•    Exposure to typical construction site conditions, including dust and loud noise, and all types of weather
•    Some travel may be required to attend meetings/training, and/or visit work sites
•    Regularly required to use hands to feel, handle and manipulate objects, write, use a keyboard and/or mobile device
•    Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear), and perform tasks requiring visual acuity

Benefits and Perks:

•    Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
•    Prescription Drug Coverage
•    Dental and Vision Plans
•    Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
•    Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
•    Paid Parental Leave
•    Employee Assistance Program 
•    Life and AD&D Insurance 
•    Disability Insurance 
•    Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
•    401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
•    Product and Service Group Discount Programs


The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Benefit offerings subject to change.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

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Please contact Colas Inc. at or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com


Nearest Major Market: South Dakota
Nearest Secondary Market: Rapid City