Logistics Supervisor

The Wonderful Company • Delano, CA

52d • $70,000

About The Position

Overview: The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for all aspects of shipping/receiving, inventory management, juice/rot processes, and bin 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. This role will directly supervise 8 or more Leads, Planners, and Logistics Specialists, with up to 70+ hourly employees.

Requirements

• 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
• Minimum 3 years' experience in distribution leadership required - perishable and/or agriculture preferred
• 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
• Minimum 3 years' related experience in produce industry/agriculture environment required
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain & Logistics, or related field highly desired
• Food processing and/or production leadership desired

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

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Crop Production
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees