Transportation Operations Supervisor (Grand Forks, ND)
People & HR, Operations
Grand Forks, ND, USA
Posted on Jul 21, 2026
The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Summary
This role is responsible for leading and supporting a team of drivers, ensuring strong performance, safety, and service standards are consistently met. You’ll oversee day-to-day transportation operations for an assigned terminal, including managing equipment and coordinating resources to keep product moving efficiently and reliably. This position also plays a key role in building relationships, supporting customer needs, and identifying opportunities for growth within the market.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of drivers and terminal staff, including hiring, training, performance management, and addressing employee concerns
- Champion a strong safety culture by modeling safe behaviors and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA, EPA)
- Oversee day-to-day transportation operations at the terminal, including scheduling loads, assigning equipment, and adjusting plans to meet changing business needs
- Manage fleet and equipment readiness, ensuring assets are available, well-maintained, and operating efficiently through coordination with internal teams and vendors
- Monitor driver and contractor performance through reporting tools, site visits, and ride-alongs, including Hours of Service (HOS) compliance and audits
- Build and maintain strong relationships with contract carriers, vendors, retailers, and internal partners to support reliable product movement and service
- Analyze operational performance and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and meet customer service expectations
- Support business growth and market development efforts, including evaluating opportunities, pricing considerations, and contributing to overall profitability
- Track and report on key performance metrics, using weekly, monthly, and annual reporting to drive results aligned with company goals
- Ensure accurate timekeeping and payroll support, including daily timecard review and bi-weekly approvals
- Coordinate product movement across a variety of commodities and equipment types, ensuring the right resources are in place to meet customer and operational needs
Typical Education
Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a 4-year college or university
Key Skills & Abilities
Working knowledge of transportation and safety regulations, including FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and EPA
Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and make sound decisions
Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across teams, locations, and with external partners such as vendors and contract carriers
Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Relevant Experience
3+ years of leadership experience or equivalent training, with a focus on leading teams and driving performance
Experience in transportation, logistics, or commercial trucking environments strongly preferred
Required Certifications
A valid CDL is highly desired, but not required
Other Information
Disclaimer - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Job Requisition ID: 26652
Travel Required: None
Location(s): GF Transportation Office - Grand Forks
Country: United States
**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.**
