Distribution Center Supervisor

Our Client is seeking a Distribution Center Supervisor to lead daily warehouse and distribution operations in a fast-paced logistics environment. This role is responsible for supervising warehouse personnel, coordinating shipping and receiving activities, optimizing labor resources, ensuring inventory accuracy, and maintaining a safe and productive workplace. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with experience managing warehouse teams, meeting operational deadlines, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• Supervise and support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, shipping, and inventory movement.
• Lead, coach, train, and develop warehouse employees to ensure operational excellence and adherence to company standards.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, workforce planning, performance management, and employee development.
• Develop staffing plans and labor schedules to meet changing business demands and service levels.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Monitor order fulfillment activities to maintain high standards of inventory and shipping accuracy.
• Ensure all shipments are properly packaged, labeled, documented, and prepared for delivery through various transportation channels.
• Collaborate with internal departments to meet operational priorities and customer service expectations.
• Establish and adjust work assignments, procedures, and workflows to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Analyze operational challenges and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Support inventory control activities, cycle counts, and annual physical inventory processes.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, quality standards, and workplace safety requirements.
• Investigate and resolve operational issues, equipment concerns, and employee-related matters.
• Recommend process improvements, workflow enhancements, and resource utilization strategies.
• Participate in special projects and other operational initiatives as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

• Minimum of 3 years of warehouse, distribution, or logistics leadership experience.
• Previous experience supervising hourly warehouse employees in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with inventory management, shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment operations.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and standard Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to communicate professionally with employees, customers, and internal stakeholders.

• Regular standing, walking, and movement throughout the warehouse environment.
• Frequent use of hands and manual dexterity to perform job-related tasks.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light materials.
• Ability to work safely around warehouse equipment and moving traffic.

• Fast-paced distribution and warehouse setting.
• Frequent interaction with warehouse personnel, transportation providers, and operational equipment.
• Moderate noise levels typical of warehouse operations.
• Strong focus on safety, organization, and operational efficiency.

• Must comply with all safety policies and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to work overtime or flexible schedules as business demands require.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment.