Distribution Supervisor I

UPS • Louisville, KY

2d

About The Position

We’re one of the world’s largest providers of transportation and logistics services. Our customers range from small and mid-sized companies up to global enterprises. Our Global Logistics and Distribution business unit provides comprehensive logistics services and warehousing solutions utilizing a global network of distribution centers, innovative technology and supply chain expertise to manage the flow of goods from receiving to storage and order processing to shipment. Job Summary: The Distribution Supervisor I operates a warehouse with inbound and outbound freight shipments that are processed within a short timeframe. Supports business products by collaborating with vendors, customers, and other internal support groups for the movement of international and domestic air and ocean shipments. Monitors and manages facility performance to ensure materials are processed in a timely manner and meet customers’ requirements. Responsible for daily facility activities related to loading and unloading containers, pulling orders, freight sorting, customer support, facility inspections, handling employee concerns, etc. This position is responsible for overseeing, evaluating, and correcting the performance and outcomes of a team or multiple teams. Coordinates work across the organization to optimize efficiency. Makes key workforce decisions, such as hiring, onboarding, transferring, laying off, disciplining, assigning, directing, instructing, developing, and rewarding employees. Emphasis on aligning processes and fostering cohesion among team members. This role also supervises a team(s) that performs work according to standardized processes or procedures (e.g., entry-level Professional Expertise, Administrative or Technical Support). Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors. Problem solving is guided by policies, procedures and the local business plan; receives guidance and oversight from manager. Typically, does not perform the work supervised.

Requirements

• Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to self-relocate by yourself
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

Nice To Haves

• Operations Experience
• Leadership skills
• Healthcare Experience
• People management experience
• Helix / Softeon Skills

Responsibilities

• Operates a warehouse with inbound and outbound freight shipments that are processed within a short timeframe.
• Supports business products by collaborating with vendors, customers, and other internal support groups for the movement of international and domestic air and ocean shipments.
• Monitors and manages facility performance to ensure materials are processed in a timely manner and meet customers’ requirements.
• Responsible for daily facility activities related to loading and unloading containers, pulling orders, freight sorting, customer support, facility inspections, handling employee concerns, etc.
• Overseeing, evaluating, and correcting the performance and outcomes of a team or multiple teams.
• Coordinates work across the organization to optimize efficiency.
• Makes key workforce decisions, such as hiring, onboarding, transferring, laying off, disciplining, assigning, directing, instructing, developing, and rewarding employees.
• Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion
• Coordinates work activities with other supervisors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees