Logistics Supervisor
Company : Ferrellgas
Location : Portland, OR, 97291
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 26 December 2025
Overview
Blue Rhino is seeking a Logistics Supervisor to join our dynamic team in the Hillsboro OR. As a Logistics Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of our fleet. The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for the daily operation of the routing and scheduling function as well as monitoring operational processes and productivity of daily delivery of propane. By fostering a collaborative environment and driving continuous improvement initiatives, you will help us achieve operational excellence and enhance customer satisfaction.
Pay starting at $70,000.00 per year.
Responsibilities
- Delivery Planning & Scheduling: Utilize our advanced logistics systems to plan, track, and schedule propane deliveries, ensuring timely and accurate service for our customers.
- Operational Efficiency & Resource Management: Apply independent judgment to evaluate and adjust delivery, service, and non-production plans that maximize the use of available resources at the service center. Continuously look for ways to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Performance Monitoring & Issue Resolution: Monitor delivery operations to identify potential inefficiencies. Address issues such as out-of-gas situations, claims, and service interruptions promptly. Deploy drivers and resources as needed to resolve challenges during and after business hours.
- Collaboration with Leadership: Work closely with the General Manager to implement strategies that reduce operational costs and increase the utilization of assets, driving profitability and operational success.
- Replenishment Optimization: Leverage data-driven insights to fine-tune replenishment targets, minimizing instances of early or late deliveries and ensuring consistent customer satisfaction.
- Service & Quality Monitoring: Evaluate service quality and monitor key performance metrics, ensuring adherence to delivery standards and driving employee performance in alignment with company goals.
- Customer-Focused Operations: Ensure the service center meets and exceeds customer expectations by delivering exceptional service in a safe and efficient manner. Be the key point of contact for addressing customer concerns and supporting their needs.
- Team Leadership & Scheduling: Coordinate daily resources and employee schedules with operations managers and supervisors to optimize workflow and ensure timely delivery.
- Operational Audits & Continuous Improvement: Conduct regular route audits to identify areas for improvement, streamline operations, and increase delivery efficiency.
- Employee Development & Goal Achievement: Drive the team to meet and exceed Operational Contribution Factor (OCF) and financial targets by fostering a culture of efficiency, productivity, and accountability.
- Cross-Department Support: Assist in yard and plant operations during peak seasons, offering flexibility and support across departments as needed to ensure smooth service center operations.
- Customer Service: Provides a level of customer service that fosters customer satisfaction and positions the service center to grow and retain customers.
- Other Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned to meet operational needs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, transportation management, or related field.
- One to three years of work-related experience, with experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation preferred.
- Excellent technical judgment and the ability to apply independent evaluation, creativity, and latitude in making decisions.
- Ability to develop, communicate, and execute detailed work plans that support operational improvements.
- Possess a high level of motivation, customer focus, and a continuous improvement mentality.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, and time management skills.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Ability to formulate and direct data analyses pertaining to field operations processes to identify problems and resolutions.
- Demonstrated ability to devise innovative solutions to problems.
- Ability to plan in detail and communicate the detailed plan.
- Ability to organize, lead, motivate, and care for all personnel involved in material operations.
- Ability to thrive in a constantly changing chaotic environment and consistently meet tight deadlines.
Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.
Work Environment:
- This is a hands-on position reporting to the Hillsboro, OR Service Center location daily.
- The role may involve extended hours, including evenings and weekends, depending on operational needs and customer requirements.
Why Join Us?
Since 1994 millions of Americans trust Blue Rhino to fuel their propane appliances. Blue Rhino sponsors the International Rhino Foundation and Bowling for Rhinos, two leading rhino conservation charities. We also support Operation Barbecue Relief, a charity of competition chefs who grill for those affected by natural disasters.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Company provided STD, LTD, Life, & AD&D
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Wellness Program
- Parental Leave Benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Propane Discounts
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Frequently asked questions
In Portland's dynamic logistics scene, supervisors often rely on real-time data and resource redeployment to swiftly address delivery interruptions. This proactive approach minimizes downtime and ensures propane deliveries remain on schedule despite unforeseen challenges.
While a bachelor's in logistics or related fields is common, certifications like OSHA safety training or supply chain management credentials are highly valued in the Hillsboro area to enhance operational safety and efficiency.
Unlike coordinators or specialists, a Logistics Supervisor orchestrates routing, scheduling, and team leadership, driving operational improvements and ensuring delivery accuracy while managing both personnel and problem resolution.
Strong analytical skills, decision-making autonomy, and effective communication stand out, alongside technical aptitude in Microsoft Office and logistics software, enabling supervisors to optimize delivery performance and team productivity.
Progression often leads to senior management roles such as Logistics Manager or Director, where strategic oversight broadens beyond operations to encompass budget control, vendor relations, and company-wide logistics strategy.
Ferrellgas positions their Logistics Supervisors as pivotal in reducing costs and enhancing asset utilization, directly linking daily delivery efficiency with broader profitability and customer satisfaction targets.
At Ferrellgas, supervisors must balance stringent safety protocols with efficient propane delivery schedules, often adapting to seasonal demand spikes and supporting cross-departmental tasks, which demands flexibility and hands-on leadership.
Starting salaries typically hover around $70,000 annually, reflecting the role's technical responsibilities and leadership demands in the Portland market, with potential increases tied to performance and tenure.
By ensuring timely deliveries, promptly resolving service interruptions, and maintaining safety standards, supervisors directly impact customer trust and retention, reinforcing Ferrellgas's reputation in propane service.
Portland's logistics sector is moderately competitive, with demand for supervisors rising alongside the region's growth. Candidates with strong technical and leadership skills tend to stand out in the hiring process.