Logistics Supervisor

About the position

The Logistics Supervisor-Dry Goods is responsible for all aspects of shipping/receiving, inventory management, and forklift fleet management at the shift level. The ideal candidate has experience in the agricultural industry and warehousing/packing operations, with hands-on experience managing perishable products across multiple varieties. Candidate must be a team player with a strong work ethic and proven ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment. Primary responsibility is to provide technical and administrative oversight and expertise to logistics operations while building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure monitoring of and adherence to strategic FIFO and WMS inventory functionality across facility and within outside storage facilities.
• Administrative responsibilities (inventory reporting, labor management, budgets, etc).
• Daily/weekly/monthly data collection and analysis.
• Develop capability of the hourly work force with specific attention to creation and maintenance of applicable skill sets.
• Manage day-to-day inventory systems, processes, and procedures to ensure achievement of key business results.
• Continually evaluate the effectiveness of existing work processes for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and accuracy.
• Report daily inventories and FIFO position, exceptions, and outages; determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate interdepartmentally to safeguard movement of goods while maximizing efficiencies and delivering high-level customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Develop, implement, and sustain standard work procedures.
• Recognize and respond to trends; troubleshoot opportunities and communicate solutions.
• Supervise and analyze employee performance; train and evaluate employees.
• Coordinate inventory movement and storage across facilities, including external storage, as necessary.
• Coach, mentor, develop, and train hourly workforce; evaluate and track employee performance.
• Provide strong leadership and consistent feedback to all subordinates; demonstrates and promotes company culture through word and action.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in distribution leadership required – perishable and/or agriculture preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain & Logistics, or related field highly desired.
• Minimum 3 years’ related experience in produce industry/agriculture environment required.
• High level functionality in a team environment where honest communication, a positive attitude, engagement, and personal accountability is expected.
• Detail oriented, organized, and committed to quality.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service focused and results driven.
• Excellent leadership skills including development, supervision, and accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills required.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with proven problem-solving ability.
• Operational knowledge of food safety standards, regulations, and compliance.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, including OSHA regulations, forklift certification, and training.
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple levels across the organization.
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Food processing and/or production leadership desired.
• Advanced knowledge of computerized WMS (warehouse management systems) and well-developed computer skills required.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks required.
• Excellent management skills including supervision, leadership, communication, and planning necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k.
• Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program.
• Paid sick, vacation and holiday time.
• Wonderful Giving -- allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice.