Distribution Center Supervisor (Waco, TX)

Tractor Supply Company•Woodway, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Center Supervisor leads and develops a team of hourly team members, establishes daily production goals, and monitors performance within an assigned department. The role supports safety and quality standards, continuous improvement, operational productivity, and team member development. The supervisor plans and allocates resources to meet departmental objectives, communicates policies, and may participate in cross-functional teams focused on process improvement and leadership development.

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 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 and/or department as required.
Ability to work additional hours and/or days as needed, particularly during high-volume periods.
Ability to move throughout the distribution center and outdoor areas quickly and safely.
Ability to operate job-related equipment efficiently, safely, properly, and accurately.
Ability to move and transfer merchandise weighing up to 50–75 pounds.
Ability to frequently lift or reach merchandise overhead.
Ability to frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders for up to 12 hours.
Ability to move throughout the distribution center for an entire shift and safely access all areas, including stairs and all levels or floors.
Ability to operate necessary equipment, such as 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 proper material handling equipment assistance.
Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete documentation.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members using strong written and verbal communication skills.
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.

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.
Participate in root cause analysis and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
Identify, coach, and develop team members through training, performance reviews, coaching, support, and delegation.
Observe team member activities and work methods and recommend opportunities for improvement.
Prepare and plan daily, weekly, and monthly priorities, action steps, timelines, and resource allocation to accomplish departmental objectives.
Communicate policies, 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 for process improvement and leadership development.