Distribution Center Supervisor

Galloup•Portage, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career. Why The Kendall Group? Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you’ll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you’ll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Requirements

3 years’ experience working in warehouse operations
High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience working with Microsoft Office, proficiency with MS Excel
Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools/machines/vehicles
basic math and reasoning skills
Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task and shift priorities as needed
Works well cross-functionally; provides excellent internal and external customer service
Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; strong interpersonal and customer service skills; high degree of discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information
Excellent mentoring, coaching and people management skills
Ability to lift/move/carry up to 50lbs
Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day
Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, reach, twist and push
Ability to climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel

Nice To Haves

2 years’ experience in distribution/warehouse supervision, lead or management role
Bachelor’s degree in distribution, supply chain, business, or other related degree

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct performance and outcomes of the owner-associates, communicating performance expectations and holding the team accountable to those expectations, including performance coaching & disciplinary actions
Drive organizational effectiveness and Service Excellence through developing processes, leading teams, enabling a highly motivated work environment, and creating innovative approaches for improvement
Interviews, hires, schedules, assigns work to and evaluates work performance of staff
Ensure adequate staffing levels daily
Coordinate with Territory Owner-Associates on daily routing requirements
Manages appropriate queues inside the Kendall business system
Controls the flow of material in and out of the warehouse
Maintain Direct Through Stock processes and customers requirements
Maintain warehouse cleanliness to ensure product flow and accessibility
Research shipping/receiving discrepancies
Training “other” owner associates on proper procedures
Perform defined warehouse activities specific to the receipt, placement into inventory, selection for shipment, and shipment of stock
Pick orders accurately and promptly
Pack orders
Receive inventory accurately and promptly
Restock inventory in designated storage areas
Truck loading and unloading according to established procedures
Inventory cycle counting
Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas
Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of warehouse
Perform other duties and projects as assigned