Inbound Warehouse Supervisor

Sysco•Mesa, AZ

About The Position

This is an operations position supervising day warehouse activities, including product receiving and replenishment, warehouse safety and security, and direction of warehouse staff. The role oversees receiving, replenishment, storage, Will Call operations, staffing, productivity, sanitation, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. It also supports training, associate relations, safety initiatives, and coordination with inbound service providers and other departments. The position may involve performing the duties of supervised employees and other related duties 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 and interpret business and professional publications, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information and respond to questions.
Basic arithmetic skills using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to solve practical problems, interpret instructions, and work with limited standardization.
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; follow procedures and comply with applicable regulations.
Ability to work proactively and constructively with peers and associates from other departments and shifts.
Regularly talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, and climb or balance; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work in an environment with regular exposure to wet, hot, extreme cold, and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts; periodic exposure to high, precarious places; occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
Work non-traditional business hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Occasional travel to other Operating Companies or the corporate office may be required as business needs dictate.

Nice To Haves

A 2- or 4-year college degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a similar major is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise the daily work and safety of employees receiving, replenishing, and storing inbound products, including 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 proper utilization of Company assets and coordinate required repairs with the appropriate departments.
Review day warehouse functions and warehouse productivity reporting.
Suggest efficiency ideas and cost-reduction measures, and assist with implementing changes in the day warehouse.
Conduct daily receiving and location audits; ensure receiving documentation is accurate and products are checked in and stored correctly.
Coordinate communication among the third-party unloading service, inbound scheduling, and warehouse management.
Help monitor sanitation and facility or racking damage to maintain a safe and clean warehouse.
Assist with training new associates and cross-training existing associates.
Set up the warehouse for night operations and communicate shift issues.
Support associate relations through regular department or pre-shift meetings and ongoing interaction; answer questions, explain policies and procedures, and monitor morale.
Submit and respond to ideas intended to increase survey ratings.
Interpret, train, and consistently enforce Company policies and procedures.
Coordinate with the Safety department on training, associate observations, preferred work methods, accident investigations, root-cause analysis, and routine safety inspections.
Recommend disciplinary action or behavior modification when required.
Perform management functions including staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews, and terminations.
Perform the duties of supervised employees and other related duties as needed.
Comply with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and requirements, including OSHA, AIB, FDA, and USDA.