Distribution Center Supervisor (Franklin, KY.)

Tractor Supply Company•Franklin, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Center Supervisor leads and develops a team of hourly team members, establishes daily production goals, and monitors performance to improve results within an assigned department. The supervisor promotes a safe, quality-focused, productive workforce; plans departmental work and resources; and supports continuous improvement and team-member development. The role requires availability for either of two schedules, with the shift assigned at the time of offer: Tues–Fri, 4:30 p.m.–2:30 a.m., or Sat–Mon, 6 p.m.–6 a.m. The supervisor may need to work any shift or department and additional hours or days, particularly during high-volume periods. The work takes place in a distribution center and may involve temperature extremes, mobile and fixed equipment, and possible exposure to hazardous products, dust, and other warehouse conditions. The role involves substantial movement throughout the facility and outdoor areas, operating job-related equipment, and handling merchandise. Benefits described for full-time and part-time team members include medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and adoption and surrogacy assistance.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in a multi-shift distribution center.
Ability to lead, manage, and develop a team of 15 to 60 team members.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead and develop people.
Ability to build relationships at various levels and influence decisions.
Working knowledge of logistics processes and methods, including flow, cost efficiencies, material handling equipment, safety, and quality.
Analytical skills, including problem identification and resolution.
Working knowledge of a Windows-based computer environment and ability to develop and communicate reporting.
Working knowledge of warehouse management systems and labor management systems.
Flexibility and willingness to change direction and focus as business needs dictate.
Ability to work any shift or department as required and work additional hours or days as needed, particularly during high-volume periods.
Ability to move and transfer merchandise weighing up to 50–75 pounds throughout the distribution center.
Ability to frequently lift or reach merchandise overhead; stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders for up to 12 hours; and move throughout the distribution center for an entire shift.
Ability to safely access all areas of the distribution center, including stairs and all levels or floors.
Ability to operate equipment necessary for the job, including a dolly, hand truck, material handling equipment, battery changer, and computer or equivalent.
Ability to push and pull merchandise weighing up to 2,000 pounds with appropriate material handling equipment, such as a pallet jack or forklift.
Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete documentation.
Ability to process information and handle merchandise safely in accordance with distribution-center and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Ability to successfully complete required training and certification.
Ability to drive or operate a vehicle for business needs.
Physical and mental stamina to move quickly and safely throughout the distribution center and outdoor areas.

Nice To Haves

Some college education is preferred; a combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Provide visible leadership and promote a motivated, positive, productive workforce that meets safety and quality standards.
Establish daily production goals and monitor intraday performance to achieve them.
Participate in root cause analysis to identify problems and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Identify, coach, and develop team members through training, performance reviews, coaching, support, and delegation appropriate to their development level.
Observe team-member activities and work methods and recommend areas for improvement.
Prepare and plan daily, weekly, and monthly to prioritize actions, set timelines, and identify and allocate resources needed to accomplish departmental objectives.
Communicate policies to team members, serve as the team's primary information source, maintain compliance and consistency, and take corrective action when needed.
Coordinate and monitor production standards and develop programs to improve operational throughput.
Assist in training team members on distribution processes and equipment.
May lead or serve on cross-functional teams developing network best practices focused on process improvement and leadership development.