Storeroom Supervisor

Domtar Products•Hawesville, KY

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Storeroom Supervisor reports directly to the Purchasing Manager and plays a critical role in supporting safe, efficient, and reliable mill operations. This is an exempt position responsible for supervising up to five (5) employees within the hourly unionized workforce. A strong commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement is essential for success in this role.

Requirements

Proven experience in inventory management, storeroom operations, or materials coordination within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in SAP or other enterprise inventory management systems.
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to interpret equipment data, parts specifications, and technical documentation.
Familiarity with inventory control methods, purchasing procedures, and material tracking systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Effective negotiation and supplier relationship management abilities.
Active listening skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to build positive relationships with internal departments, leadership teams, suppliers, and external partners.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in fast-paced operational environments.
Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness to changing operational priorities and business needs.
Uses analytical thinking, logic, and creativity to identify and resolve operational challenges.
Maintains professionalism, self-awareness, and effective working relationships in collaborative environments.
Dependable, self-motivated, organized, and committed to achieving results.
Handles disagreements professionally and works toward constructive solutions.
Works cooperatively with cross-functional teams, suppliers and supports shared organizational goals.
Share best practices and collaborates with individuals in similar roles across multiple locations.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices at all times.
Follow all mill safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Support a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
Model company ethics, integrity, and professional conduct in all business interactions.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with maintenance repair operations (MRO) inventory preferred.
Experience coordinating repairable inventory and vendor relationships preferred.
Experience supervising employees in a unionized manufacturing environment preferred.
Associate degree or technical training in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage all functions related to the receipt, storage, issuance, and tracking of maintenance parts, tools, materials, and operating supplies within the mill storeroom.
Ensure inventory accuracy through proper documentation, cycle counting, and inventory control procedures.
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities to maintain operational readiness while minimizing excess inventory.
Maintain organized storeroom conditions that support efficient retrieval, safe handling, and proper storage of materials.
Ensure all inventory transactions are accurately entered and maintained within SAP.
Coordinate with Purchasing, Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations to standardize materials and commodities where appropriate.
Adjust inventory target levels based on historical usage, criticality, and risk while maintaining appropriate inventory levels to support mill operations.
Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for storeroom and inventory activities.
Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and ethical business practices.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, maintenance reliability, and procurement operations.
Supervise storeroom and receiving personnel to ensure all parts, materials, and supplies are properly received, stored, and accurately inventoried.
Manage the hourly storeroom workforce, including scheduling, payroll, vacation planning, attendance, and performance management.
Fulfill all safety leadership responsibilities associated with managing the storeroom team.
Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities to support employee growth and operational excellence.