Distribution Services Supervisor

Smithfield Foods • Tar Heel, NC

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About The Position

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. As a Distribution Services Supervisor, you’ll be the front-line leader ensuring smooth operations at our Distribution Center. This role combines hands-on expertise with strategic oversight, supervising Shipping Clerks and office staff while actively performing key shipping functions. You’ll be the go-to problem solver, communicator, and process innovator—keeping freight moving and customers happy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Knowledge of SAP Manufacturing software; SAP Order processing systems; Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software and Microsoft Word Processing software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong decision making, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate, train and coach employees to encourage optimum performance and engagement.
• Good planning and priority setting skills.
• May be required to work long hours and weekends.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Exceptional planning and priority-setting skills to keep operations running smoothly.
• Ready to roll up your sleeves and work extended hours or weekends when the job calls for it.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where teamwork drives success.
• Respectful, approachable, and team-oriented—building strong relationships and fostering a positive, productive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Keep Operations Running Smoothly - Monitor & Manage: Ensure all office activities—such as processing paperwork for deliveries and shipments—are completed accurately and on time.
• Stay Organized: Verify paperwork for correctness and maintain electronic filing systems for easy access and compliance.
• Drive Performance & Productivity - Optimize Practices: Review and refine working methods to maximize efficiency while ensuring adherence to company standards.
• Maintain Records: Compile and manage essential reports, logs, and documentation to keep operations transparent and efficient.
• Manage Resources & Supplies - Control Inventory: Oversee office inventory and order supplies as needed to keep the team equipped and productive.
• Lead & Collaborate - Partner for Success: Work closely with the Distribution Services Manager and other supervisors to implement new initiatives and continuously improve service to the Distribution Center.
• Team Development: Manage workforce performance, identify training needs through regular appraisals, and foster a culture of growth and excellence.

Benefits

• Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
• Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost.
• These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
• Our company invests in your future.
• We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential.
• Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent.
• For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning.
• We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
• Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees