The Distribution Supervisor performs under the direction of the Distribution Director and oversees the daily distribution operation of the Bridgeport depot. This individual will work closely with District Managers to maintain an effective independent contractor delivery force to distribute all products either produced or distributed by the company while meeting the department’s delivery and financial objectives.  This is a night-time position usually starting between 11pm – midnight and includes weekends and holidays.

  

KEY ACTIVITIES

Distribute daily products to independent contractors in both home delivery and retail sales.  Oversite of staging and monitoring carrier activity at the distribution center to include making sure that each carrier receives the proper amount of papers and supplies to complete their routes.  Field operations including delivering on open or down routes as needed.  Administrative duties such as preparing daily distribution manifests, maintaining route lists, optimizing routes, and effectively managing route profit and performance.  Assist in recruiting, contracting and orientation of new contractors.  Plans, evaluates and executes all department initiatives and goals.  Operates within guidelines of the department’s expense budget.  Recognizes and promotes opportunities to reduce costs, increase additional product distribution and improve publication market share.  Meet or exceed department home delivery service level objectives.  Plans and executes special projects as assigned.  Maintain a safe and functional distribution center and remote drop locations. . 

  

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or GED or 3 to 5 years of experience.  Contract management.  Effective communicator.  Ability to apply common sense understanding to mediate and resolve disputes.  Good understanding of basic mathematical skill including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.  Ability to perform a wide variety of physical activities.  Fundamental proficiency with computers and technology.  Effective leadership qualities/skills. Ability to plan effectively, including scheduling. 

  

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Valid Driver’s License, insurance and reliable vehicle.