Distribution Center Supervisor

Watts Water Technologies•Franklin, NH

21h•Onsite

About The Position

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead. As the Distribution Supervisor, you will lead and oversee the accurate and efficient workflow within a designated area of our distribution operations. This onsite role requires working knowledge of warehouse automation solutions, process improvements, and operational cost management. You will foster a safe, team-oriented environment by coaching and supporting a diverse workforce. You Will: Achieve process improvements by focusing on accuracy, customer value, order flow and schedules, inventory, and expense management. Spend most of your workday on the floor coaching diverse teams, providing specific and accurate feedback on performance, strengths, and development opportunities. Motivate, recognize, and reward individual and team accomplishments. Clarify roles and responsibilities to ensure team members understand their goals and collaborate. Write and administer annual performance evaluations for associates, engaging in ongoing career development and performance discussions. Track labor productivity and measurements, improving performance versus prior year and set goals. Utilize understanding of the larger supply chain network to lead and meet departmental goals. Analyze data to identify opportunities for cost reduction, propose new ideas, and provide recommendations for standardized process solutions. Maintain relationships with brand partners and partners across the logistics network. Eliminate non-value-added activities and inefficiencies through decision-making, risk management, and cost analysis. Demonstrate proficiency in scheduling, expediting, planning, and coaching. Promote safety leadership by ensuring a healthy environment for all team members. Directly supervise 15+ hourly employees, promoting teamwork in a diverse setting.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field, or 3+ years of supervisory experience in distribution operations.
Proficiency with ADP warehouse and distribution management software.
Experience in process improvement and leading organizational change.
Ability to forecast needs and deliver well-supported recommendations.
Experience communicating issues and solutions to senior management.
Proven leadership abilities, with success in developing talent in a high-volume, customer-focused environment.
Demonstrated skill in collaborating with colleagues of varying responsibility and expertise.
Strong conflict resolution and solution-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

Achieve process improvements by focusing on accuracy, customer value, order flow and schedules, inventory, and expense management.
Spend most of your workday on the floor coaching diverse teams, providing specific and accurate feedback on performance, strengths, and development opportunities.
Motivate, recognize, and reward individual and team accomplishments.
Clarify roles and responsibilities to ensure team members understand their goals and collaborate.
Write and administer annual performance evaluations for associates, engaging in ongoing career development and performance discussions.
Track labor productivity and measurements, improving performance versus prior year and set goals.
Utilize understanding of the larger supply chain network to lead and meet departmental goals.
Analyze data to identify opportunities for cost reduction, propose new ideas, and provide recommendations for standardized process solutions.
Maintain relationships with brand partners and partners across the logistics network.
Eliminate non-value-added activities and inefficiencies through decision-making, risk management, and cost analysis.
Demonstrate proficiency in scheduling, expediting, planning, and coaching.
Promote safety leadership by ensuring a healthy environment for all team members.
Directly supervise 15+ hourly employees, promoting teamwork in a diverse setting.