Distribution Supervisor

New Balance • Lawrence, MA

2d • $74,635 - $117,970 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the assigned team to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals while modeling the values and leadership competencies of New Balance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years related distribution experience in a leadership position, preferred.
• Strongly demonstrated knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the distribution process, including WMS (Manhattan a plus).
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently (Spanish bilingual preferred); ability to match numbers/letters.
• Strong verbal and written skills utilizing appropriate demeanor, proper grammar/spelling, and respectful tone to communicate clearly and effectively; professional phone demeanor.
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), WMS and email.
• Ability to manage, motivate, problem solve and communicate in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong planning, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; detail oriented.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities is essential.
• Proven track record of stability and dependability in the workplace.
• Understanding of Lean Principles – lean processes, 6S, standard work and process audits is a plus.
• Sit/stand and work on a computer for long periods of time.
• Able to operate lift equipment up to a height of 40 feet, as assigned.
• Ability to use RF scanner or WMS workstation.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Able to push/pull up to 75 lbs.
• Able to stand/walk on concrete surface for 8+ hours per day, with regular bending, reaching, and crouching.
• Able to climb ladders up to 12 feet (where applicable).
• Go up and down stairs and work at heights on the mezzanine (where applicable).

Nice To Haves

• Spanish bilingual preferred
• Understanding of Lean Principles – lean processes, 6S, standard work and process audits is a plus.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years related distribution experience in a leadership position, preferred.
• Strongly demonstrated knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the distribution process, including WMS (Manhattan a plus).

Responsibilities

• Supervise the efforts of assigned area associates to process work accurately and timely.
• Assign and monitor workloads.
• Develop and maintain an effective organization through selection, training, development, and motivation of assigned associates.
• Set standards for processes.
• Measure and report on work function standards weekly.
• Manage WMS functions.
• Ensure that safety, productivity, and continuous improvement programs are established and followed.
• Maintain and distribute reports on DC metrics
• Manage process improvement projects.
• Review project proposal or plan to determine the time frame and procedures needed for accomplishing the project, including the requested resources and limitations to completing the project as planned.
• Interview, hire and terminate in coordination with Human Resources and according to company policies.
• Train, assist and remove barriers that may block associates from reaching the company goals.
• Interact and coordinate activities with other groups within the company.
• Track employee hours, discipline, and time off via Workday and TeamSense.
• Perform duties of Distribution Associates, as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K.
• We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally.
• You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.
• Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.
• Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees