Distribution Supervisor

Job Title

Supervisor at our Distribution Center

The Supervisor at our Distribution Center is responsible for inventory management including accurate data entry in WMS, inbound receipts, oversite of order staging and preparing shipments for domestic, global and military orders; oversite of Customs Bonded receiving and withdrawal of imported cases; and supervises forklift operators and truck drivers to ensure daily work schedule is met.

Ensure that transportation related activities are completed to ensure that customer orders ship out accurately and completely and that exceptions are either resolved in advance or properly communicated to the affected parties.

Develop and document SOPs and best practices to ensure highest standards for Shipping Department. Proactively generate ideas to improve the Shipping operation. Optimize available warehouse space to accommodate existing and new products. Manage and continuously improve the configuration of the warehouses. Maximize shipment throughput. Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) for shipping processes. Implement logistics and supply chain best practices.

Ensure inventory in assigned warehouses (on-site and off-site) is accurately accounted for. Investigate and fix inventory, receiving, and shipping errors. Ensure inventory is cycle counted. Oversee the employee cycle counts and adjustments. Oversee Customs Bond and Import receipts and ensure accurate reporting and filing.

Learn about, master, and develop the Warehouse Management System software (WMS). Train others to use the WMS. Act as primary contact for employees' questions and problems with the WMS, RF devices, and other inventory or system related questions.

Through personal example and direct management, create an environment that supports self-directed work teams and productive employee relations while maintaining compliance with the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Investigate and report accident and injuries in the work place. Assess and audit work areas and develop new processes to prevent accidents and injuries.

Document and improve Shipping Department processes. Use the system to manage and update processes.

Ensure adherence to applicable quality, safety, distribution and logistics standards, and GMPs, with a consistent focus on excellent customer service, and budgetary and regulatory guidelines. Analyze and resolve problems relating to product quality, shipping errors or shipping delivery issues.

Work closely with manager to improve work related skill which will lead to improved performance, benefiting professional growth as well as the company's success.

Leads the Shipping Department in a manner consistent with the culture of the company. Ensures employees are treated fairly and with respect. Creates a team environment where all employees are encouraged to make a difference in meeting and exceeding customer expectations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in business or related field
• 3 Years Relevant experience (minimum)
• Flexibility to work evening or night shift with rotating weekends
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office Products (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Record of successful leadership
• Experience in process design, implementation and improvement
• Experience in manufacturing software (ERP, MRP, MPS, WMS)
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with System 21 ERP software
• Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overall
• Supervisory experience
• Experience with three tier distribution system
• Supply Chain Experience

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type.

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

What's Next:

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at any stage, will be notified via email.