Warehouse Supervisor

Job Title:

Warehouse Supervisor Reports To:

Warehouse Manager FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt SUMMARY:

The warehouse/receiving supervisor plans, organizes and monitors the receiving, storage and distribution of assigned areas, including items received either from suppliers or production shops, ensuring a smooth and consistent operation so parts and supplies are located and distributed to proper departments in an effective and efficient manner as needed to satisfy internal and external customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains a personnel structure and staffing level to accomplish the warehouse and receiving mission in an effective and efficient manner. Interviews and recommends applicants for hire as warehouse and receiving associates. Maintains an equipment structure and level to accomplish the warehouse and receiving mission in a safe, effective manner. Provides appropriate equipment and racking to ensure the safe transport and storage of all materials. Researches material handling equipment to ensure procurement of the most suitable equipment in terms of performance, safety, reliability and cost. Monitors the unloading of all materials into the receiving department; ensures materials are staged for counting and inspection; ensures receiving reports accurately report material received. Resolves discrepancies with accounting regarding invoices, packing slips, and receiver reports. Monitors the flow of paperwork from receiving to inventory control for timely data entry. Oversees the movement of material from receiving to the warehouse in an efficient, effective and safe manner. Oversees the supplying of materials to fabrication and stages material for assembly and sub-assembly. Ensures materials are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures. Oversees the rotation of inventories within the warehouse. Monitors and measures receiving and warehouse performance for accuracy of locator, receiving reporting, movement and storage of material, and transfers to service parts. Develops and recommends annual budget requirements for the warehouse and receiving department. Anticipates and requests funding for future personnel requirements. Anticipates and requests funding for future material handling equipment. Supervises and trains employees in warehouse policies, department procedures, and job duties to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity. Provides advice and counsel to employees in an effort to develop and improve employee sales performance. Conducts quarterly and annual evaluations of all subordinate employees on a regularly scheduled basis. Monitors inventory to maintain appropriate levels; and Inspects merchandise to ensure it is correctly priced and displayed. Promotes all aspects of Marden's safety policies and assures clean, safe working conditions exist in the department. . Other duties as assigned by warehouse manager, including key carrier responsibilities.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical

• Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Design
• Generates creative solutions; Demonstrates attention to detail. Problem Solving
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations. Technical Skills
• Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Customer Service
• Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service. Interpersonal
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting. Oral Communication
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings; Teamwork
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Written Communication
• Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Business Acumen
• Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition. Cost Consciousness
• Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources .Ethics
• Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Adaptability
• Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Dependability
• Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Initiative
• Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. Innovation
• Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. Judgment
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Motivation
• Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Planning/Organizing
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Professionalism
• Reacts well under pressure. Safety and Security
• Observes safety and security procedures.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High School diploma or GED required; some college work preferred; at least two or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, operating instructions, safety rules and procedure manuals. Ability to write basic reports, basic business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customer and the general public.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions and percentages.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in MS Office Suite including MS Word, MS Outlook, and MS Excel. Ability to create and edit Spreadsheets is a must.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. Ability to learn to drive a fork lift and obtain necessary certification; and operate an electric and manual pallet jack after adequate training.