Inbound Warehouse Supervisor

Sysco•Mesa, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an operations position responsible for supervising activities associated with day warehouse operations. The role oversees product receiving and replenishment, warehouse safety and security, and provides management and direction to warehouse staff. The supervisor also coordinates inbound operations, monitors productivity and compliance, supports employee training and relations, and performs the duties of supervised employees as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
1–3 years of related experience and/or training.
Obtain a Powered Industrial Equipment Certification from Sysco within 3 months.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and present information effectively and respond to questions.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to solve practical problems involving concrete variables and limited standardization, and interpret written, oral, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions.
Knowledge of spreadsheet and word-processing software, and ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs.
Ability to lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
Ability to apply policies consistently, timely, and objectively.
Ability to work proactively and constructively with peers and associates from other departments and shifts, follow established procedures, and comply with regulations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequently lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work non-traditional business hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Two- or four-year college degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a similar major.

Responsibilities

Supervise the daily work and safety of employees engaged in receiving, replenishing, and storing inbound products, including warehouse functions, receivers, and day forklift operators.
Manage daily Will Call functions, including replenishment, selection, and loading, while maintaining temperature controls and Quality Assurance guidelines.
Oversee labor hours and consumable supplies within budget.
Prepare work schedules, including extra work days and shifts as needed.
Inspect the utilization of Company assets and coordinate necessary repairs with appropriate departments.
Review day warehouse functions and productivity reports; recommend and help implement efficiency improvements and cost reductions.
Conduct daily receiving and location audits, ensuring documentation is accurate and materials are checked in and stored correctly.
Coordinate communication among third-party unloading services, inbound scheduling, and warehouse management.
Help monitor sanitation and facility and racking damage to maintain a safe, clean warehouse.
Assist in training new associates and cross-training existing associates.
Set up the warehouse in support of night operations and communicate shift issues.
Maintain associate relations through regular department or pre-shift meetings and ongoing communication; answer questions, explain policies and procedures, and monitor morale.
Submit and respond to ideas intended to improve survey ratings.
Interpret, train on, and consistently enforce Company policies and procedures.
Coordinate with the Safety department on training, associate observations, preferred work methods, accident investigations, root-cause determinations, and routine safety inspections.
Recommend disciplinary action or behavior modification when required.
Perform management functions related to staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews, and terminations.
Perform the duties of supervised employees and other related duties as needed.
Comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including OSHA, AIB, FDA, and USDA.