Inventory Operations Supervisor

BuyWander•Portland, OR

17h•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Operations Supervisor is responsible for the complete life cycle management of all physical inventory flow within the BuyWander warehouse, from initial receipt to final picking for customer orders. This role ensures the warehouse operates with maximum efficiency, organization, and safety, guaranteeing inventory accuracy is maintained across all processes. The Inventory Operations Supervisor will coordinate closely with the Listing Operations Manager and the Order Fulfillment Supervisor to maintain a seamless flow of goods.

Requirements

Proven experience in a warehouse, inventory, or logistics environment.
Demonstrated experience managing workflow, inventory, and operational processes.
Proven leadership and supervisory skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
Forklift certification required.
Fluent with technology and able to use various computer and phone programs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

Responsibilities

Oversee the unloading of all incoming trucks, ensuring correct and accurate receipt of goods.
Manage the process of accurately receiving loads, attributing them to the correct manifests, and coordinating with the Listing Operations Manager on the flow of goods to be processed.
Direct the accurate labeling and storage of all palletized inventory within the warehouse.
Ensure all inventory is staged in correct locations and is properly labeled by manifest.
Master and implement BuyWander's proprietary inventory management system to ensure accurate tracking.
Adhere to and enforce 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) for warehouse organization and cleanliness.
Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
Lead the Put Away/Stowing process after grading is complete, ensuring inventory is stored accurately and efficiently.
Oversee aisle maintenance and overall warehouse hygiene and safety.
Conduct regular inventory scans and audits to ensure control and accuracy.
Manage warehouse space and organization to optimize workflow.
Direct and lead all picking of customer orders each day, ensuring fast and efficient service.
Manage the process of Pull Waves and ensure they are completed promptly to keep inventory flowing.
Coordinate with the Order Fulfillment Supervisor to ensure picked orders are staged correctly for the Quality Assurance (QA) process.
Maintain tight control over warehouse hygiene and procedures to ensure that the Lost Item count remains low.
Ensure safe operation and maintenance of all warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
Provide training, guidance, and support to team members assigned to inventory-related tasks.
Act as Person-In-Charge as needed when other managers are not on duty.
Track and report on performance metrics related to picking efficiency and inventory accuracy.
Coordinate closely with the Listing Operations Manager to manage the flow of inventory into processing.
Coordinate closely with the Order Fulfillment Supervisor to manage the flow of inventory out of the warehouse via picking.
Provide regular reports to the General Manager on warehouse organization, inventory control status, safety compliance, Pull Wave completion status, and picking efficiency.