Logistics Supervisor

Stanley Black & Decker•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Supervisor / Shipping and Receiving Supervisor is a critical leader responsible for overseeing all shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations to ensure the accurate, timely, and efficient processing of customer orders and incoming receipts. This role drives operational excellence by maintaining inventory accuracy through regular cycle counting and audits, optimizing logistics processes, and enforcing safety and quality standards. The Supervisor develops and mentors team members, ensures proper staffing, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration within the department. The company is the World's largest tool company, a global leader in industrial, with 20+ brands and over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries. They are committed to innovation, advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and their Industry 4.0 Initiative, and ensuring their products provide greater quality to customers and greater environmental and social value to the planet.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 2–3 years of supervisory experience in shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations within a manufacturing or logistics environment
Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, shipping documentation, and warehouse management systems (WMS)
Excellent leadership, communication, planning, and organizational skills
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Ability to operate or be trained to operate various powered industrial vehicles (PIV); forklift certification required or ability to obtain within 6 months
Demonstrated orientation toward safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and adapt to changing priorities
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime, as required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred
SAP, JDA, Ariba, or CHR Navisphere experience a plus
Bilingual English/Spanish desired

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, direction, and development for employees in the Shipping, Receiving, and Warehouse departments, including interviewing, training, assigning work, and performance management.
Oversee daily shipping, receiving, and warehouse activities to ensure on-time, accurate fulfillment of production and customer requirements.
Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics, including carrier scheduling, dock assignments, shipment documentation, and communication with transportation providers and third-party logistics partners.
Ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of materials and finished goods; support production by staging and issuing materials as needed.
Maintain accurate inventory records through regular cycle counts, audits, reconciliation activities, and root-cause analysis of discrepancies, drive inventory accuracy and accountability.
Enforce adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and safety protocols; ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
Lead, train, and mentor warehouse and shipping personnel, fostering a positive, productive, and safety-focused work environment.
Collaborate with Human Resources to resolve employee relations issues and support team development.
Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures for all areas of responsibility, continuously improving processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
Work closely with management to meet department KPIs for safety, staffing, quality, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery.
Participate in departmental meetings, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence.
Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards throughout the warehouse and dock areas.
Operate or oversee the operation of powered industrial vehicles (PIV), including forklifts; ensure all operators are properly trained and certified.
Support compliance with exports, quality, and regulatory requirements applicable to the manufacturing environment.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the logistics and operations team.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Medical
Dental
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid time off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days
Tuition reimbursement
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs
Wellness program
Retirement benefits
Discount programs for many other vendors and partners
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Learning & Development: Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company: You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.