Distribution Supervisor / Warehouse Supervisor

Shippers Supply Inc•Golden Valley, MN

16d•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

As Distribution Supervisor, you own daily warehouse operations. You make sure product is received, stored, and delivered safely, accurately, and on time, and you lead the team that makes it happen. This is a hands-on leadership role: you coach and develop your people, drive continuous improvement, and step onto the floor alongside them when the day calls for it.

Requirements

5 or more years of warehouse and/or logistics experience
3 to 5 years of supervisory experience, with a track record leading both processes and people
Solid knowledge of warehouse, transportation, and logistics best practices and safety standards
Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and familiarity with ERP and/or WMS systems
Strong problem-solving: able to anticipate, analyze, diagnose, and resolve complex issues
Prior forklift certification

Responsibilities

Own the full employee lifecycle for your team: interview, hire, onboard, and train new Warehouse Associates
Set daily, weekly, and monthly priorities, assign work, and hold the team accountable to results
Coach and develop your people day to day, building skills and readiness for the next step
Manage performance directly: set clear expectations, give regular feedback, run reviews, and handle corrective action up to and including termination as needed
Motivate and engage the team, and foster a culture of Operational Excellence on the floor
Track and analyze team and department metrics, goals, and budgets
Own order fulfillment: accurate, timely receipt, storage, retrieval, and delivery of product to company standards
Manage freight carriers and third-party logistics for on-time delivery at the lowest possible cost
Keep inventory accurate through cycle counts and location audits
Review daily customer order paperwork and equipment logs
Analyze shipping and receiving volume, monitor overall workload, and prepare and provide performance metrics and KPIs
Drive continuous improvement using Lean Warehousing and 5S, and help implement new technologies and equipment
Utilize new technologies, including AI, to streamline processes and procedures
Lead continuous improvement workshops and projects
Ensure a safe, compliant environment (OSHA, ISO 9001:2015) and oversee equipment maintenance
Partner across departments to deliver a seamless experience for internal and external customers
Step onto the floor and perform the work of your team when the day calls for it