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Warehouse Operations Supervisor
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What they do
A Warehouse or Distribution Supervisor manages daily operations at a warehouse. Hires, trains, and supervises warehouse staff, oversees inventory and the distribution of materials to and from the warehouse.
$58,981 / year median in South Carolina
+8% projected growth
Job Description
As an Operations Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the distribution center and ensuring efficient and effective warehouse management.
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of warehouse staff, including hiring and training.
- Develop and implement operational procedures to optimize productivity and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with the inventory control team.
- Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
- Oversee the loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring proper handling of materials and adherence to safety protocols.
- Utilize warehouse management systems to track inventory, generate reports, and analyze data for process improvement.
- Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment, implementing OSHA guidelines for safety compliance.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
- Identifies, investigates, and resolves delays in shift operations, ensuring shipping deadlines are met.
- Works with Operations Manager and other leaders to identify and address inefficiencies and opportunities for cost reduction.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Experience:
- Previous experience in a similar role as a Warehouse Supervisor or Operations Supervisor in a distribution center or logistics environment.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, including materials handling, inventory control, and shipping/receiving processes.
- Familiarity with 3PL (third-party logistics) operations is a plus.
- Proficiency in using warehouse management systems and other relevant software applications.
- Ability to lead a team effectively, providing guidance, coaching, and support
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- High volume, multi-facility oversite, and Customer facing.
- Must have previous experience in unload, distribution, and P&L.
- Excellent organizational skills and mindfulness.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Thorough understanding of operations policies and practices.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English a plus)