Logistics Supervisor

Overview:

The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for all aspects of shipping/receiving, inventory management, dry goods/material management, and bin fleet management at the shift level within the Halos packhouse. The ideal candidate has experience in the agricultural industry and/or warehousing/packing operations, and a strong understanding of logistical operations and shipping/receiving processes. Candidate must be a team player with a strong work ethic and proven ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Primary responsibility is to provide technical and administrative oversight and expertise to logistics operations while building high-performing teams. This role can directly supervise 8 or more Leads, Planners, and Logistics Specialists, with up to 70+ hourly employees.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Ensure monitoring of and adherence to strategic FIFO and WMS inventory functionality across facility and within outside storage facilities.
• Administrative responsibilities (inventory reporting, labor management, budgets, etc)
• Daily/weekly/monthly data collection and analysis
• Develop capability of the hourly work force with specific attention to creation and maintenance of applicable skill sets
• Manage day-to-day inventory systems, processes, and procedures to ensure achievement of key business results
• Continually evaluate the effectiveness of existing work processes for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and accuracy
• Report daily inventories and FIFO position, exceptions, and outages; determine root causes and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate interdepartmentally to safeguard movement of goods while maximizing efficiencies and delivering high-level customer service to both internal and external customers
• Develop, implement, and sustain standard work procedures
• Recognize and respond to trends; troubleshoot opportunities and communicate solutions
• Supervise and analyze employee performance; train and evaluate employees
• Coordinate inventory movement and storage across facilities, including external storage, as necessary
• Coach, mentor, develop, and train hourly workforce; evaluate and track employee performance
• Provide strong leadership and consistent feedback to all subordinates; demonstrates and promotes company culture through word and action

Qualifications

Here’s what you’ll bring to the table:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in distribution leadership required – perishable and/or agriculture preferred
• High level functionality in a team environment where honest communication, a positive attitude, engagement, and personal accountability is expected
• Detail oriented, organized, and committed to quality
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Customer service focused and results driven
• Excellent leadership skills including development, supervision, and accountability
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills required
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with proven problem-solving ability
• Operational knowledge of food safety standards, regulations, and compliance
• Ability to be flexible and work multiple shifts (nights and weekends) as needed
• Knowledge of safe work practices, including OSHA regulations, forklift certification, and training
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple levels across the organization
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain & Logistics, or related field highly desired
• Minimum 3 years’ related experience in produce industry/agriculture environment preferred
• Food processing and/or production leadership desired
• Advanced knowledge of computerized WMS (warehouse management systems) and well-developed computer skills required
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks required
• Excellent management skills including supervision, leadership, communication, and planning necessary

Compensation: $70,000 yearly and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

Wonderful's dedication to you:

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
• Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement…