Distribution Center Supervisor

FleetPride•Elgin, IL

2d•$35,568 - $78,000

About The Position

FleetPride, a U.S. distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, is hiring a Distribution Center Supervisor to directly supervise warehouse employees and plan, direct, and coordinate assigned distribution center functions. The role includes personnel management responsibilities such as hiring, training, performance management, and compensation, and requires carrying out supervisory duties in accordance with company policies and applicable laws. The supervisor coordinates inbound and outbound distribution activities, staffing, work procedures, equipment, and floor space to meet schedules and accuracy targets. The position also supports inventory control and safety, resolves work problems, coordinates with other departments and supervisors, and may work on special projects assigned by the warehouse manager. The work takes place in a large, active warehouse environment with moderate noise and requires ongoing attention to safety procedures.

Requirements

At least 3 years of warehouse and supervisory experience.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to present information effectively to customers, clients, and other employees in one-on-one and small-group settings.
Good computer skills, including database and spreadsheet skills, and working knowledge of warehouse management systems such as JDA or Manhattan.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, and sit; occasional lifting, lowering, and carrying of products weighing up to 10 pounds by hand.
OSHA-approved steel-toed safety shoes are required from the first day on the job.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Pull and organize warehouse orders by part number and quantity according to picking tickets and assigned priorities; orders may include customer orders, IBTs, and excess or vendor returns.
Create detailed timelines to ensure inbound and outbound shipments meet specifications.
Develop and provide input on labor requirements.
Package, label, and ship customer orders through UPS, U.S. Mail, bus, motor freight, and local truck delivery.
Ensure stock is pulled and loaded into delivery vehicles with required documents according to delivery schedules, maintaining a minimum accuracy rate of 99%.
Train new employees in the proper use and maintenance of equipment and facilities, and follow up to ensure results are achieved.
Coordinate staffing levels and overtime to meet changing conditions.
Work with other departments to meet inbound and outbound deadlines.
Develop a process plan for each distribution receipt, including people, resources, equipment, and floor space.
Establish or adjust work procedures to meet departmental schedules.
Suggest changes to working conditions and equipment use to improve distribution center and employee efficiency.
Analyze and resolve work problems or assist employees in resolving them.
Initiate or suggest plans to motivate employees to achieve goals.
Coordinate departmental activities with other supervisors and managers.
Report machine and equipment malfunctions to maintenance personnel.
Interpret company policies for employees and enforce safety regulations.
Follow all safety procedures while performing job duties.
Participate in the annual physical inventory.
Weigh materials or products and record weights and other production data on tags and labels.
Work on special projects assigned by the warehouse manager.
Assist with inventory control processes and procedures.