Warehouse Supervisor

King County Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor
. The responsibilities of this position include overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the warehousing/distribution facility, supervising staff and planning, organizing, scheduling and coordinating the daily activities of staff. This is a first‑line supervisor for a warehouse crew who, under limited direction, supervises the ordering, stocking, warehouse, inventory management and delivery of bulk supplies and assets to/from other department sites. The incumbent also oversees all warehousing and product sales deliveries to/from sites.

Who are we? Through a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees, the FMD operates and manages the County's capital assets by developing and maintaining cost‑conscious, sustainable, high‑quality facilities and environments.

As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities.

• Plan, organize, schedule, coordinate, provide policy direction and troubleshoot daily activities of Distribution Center/Warehouse staff.
• Monitor and prepare assignments for staff; approve schedules, leaves and vacations; resolve staffing issues; provide guidance and coaching to staff.
• Develop and implement work site policies and procedures.
• Ensure smooth flow of warehouse/distribution operations, in compliance with County and department guidelines; maintain and record inventories per agreed upon frequency.
• Supervise the processing of interoffice package deliveries, including movement of materials to sites.
• Foster vendor relationships.
• Monitor and process all orders/purchases and blanket contracts; consult with County procurement specialists on purchases and contracts.
• Produce inventory reports for BOS Section and FMD Finance & Leadership.
• Manage department warehouse, including coordinating warehousing, inventories and bulk supplies and operating forms; supervise storage and handling of materials, ensuring staff compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor unit budget and expenditures.
• May monitor staff delivery routes involving a County‑wide coverage area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Previous warehouse management experience, including knowledge of warehousing and delivery operations.
• Previous experience in shipping and receiving, including knowledge of applicable inventory system(s) and ability to use database and spreadsheet applications to produce required reports and findings.
• Previous lead/supervisor experience, including team building, coaching and counseling employees to achieve performance objectives and planning, directing and coordinating subordinates' activities, and taking immediate corrective action and/or recommending disciplinary procedures.
• Able to demonstrate experience in accurate inventory management.
• Safe operation in forklift driving (certification required).
• Data entry / computer skills including the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic math skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Basic accounting principles and record keeping.
• Effective communication skills.
• Project and time management skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic understanding of building operations and requisite equipment / supplies required by trades.

• Knowledge of public sector practices and operations, including planning, scheduling, problem‑solving and public accountability.
• Knowledge of public sector accounting, inventory, and asset tracking systems such as Oracle and Maximo.

• This exciting opportunity is open to all qualified applicants. An updated and thoroughly completed King County application and answers to the supplemental questions are required.
• Final appointment is contingent upon:
  • Successfully passing a thorough fingerprint‑based federal and county background investigation,…