DC AREA SUPERVISOR
About The Position
The DC Area Supervisor leads an hourly team and influences the distribution team to operate the distribution center efficiently, safely, and productively. The role manages 20 to 30 hourly associates and ensures merchandise is handled promptly, efficiently, and accurately. The supervisor develops and implements team goals and is responsible for hiring, evaluating, developing, disciplining, and terminating hourly associates. The position typically reports to the Operations Manager and directly supervises the work of others. It requires planning, monitoring, and reviewing subordinate work, which may involve supervising a shift or coordinating multiple work groups. The supervisor makes recommendations concerning associate selection, termination, performance appraisal, and professional development. Overnight travel is typically less than 10% of the time. The role is based in a comfortable indoor area, with unpleasant conditions infrequent and not objectionable. Physical exertion is required intermittently and may include walking, standing, stooping, climbing, and lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
- Flexibility to work various shifts.
- Ability to relocate.
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience.
- High school diploma and/or GED, or the knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through its completion.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems.
- 3 or more years of supervisory experience in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Ensure operations procedures are followed and recommend process changes to the Operations Manager and/or Assistant General Manager.
- Evaluate current work methods and recommend ways to eliminate inefficiencies.
- Guide associates in daily operations and monitor productivity, safety, service, and quality.
- Train, coach, and provide feedback to hourly associates; conduct regular evaluations using factual data and observations.
- Coach and counsel associates regarding job performance and work methods, and resolve associate relations issues in the assigned functional area.
- Hire, compensate, discipline, and terminate hourly associates in the assigned department.
- Investigate operational errors, determine causes, and recommend corrective action.
- Maintain inventory accuracy and control; review reports and identify improvements in productivity, accuracy, quality, and expenses.
- Coordinate and monitor operations to align production rates with business plans and patterns while reducing irregularities and damages.
- Review reports and business metrics to analyze and plan staffing needs for effective department operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager, Assistant General Manager, or General Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
