Supervisor Material Stores - DEN

Southwest Airlines • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Supervisor Material Stores leads a Team of Material Specialists and oversees daily warehouse and line material operations supporting Southwest Technical Operations. The role ensures aircraft parts are received, stored, and delivered correctly, including time-sensitive parts, and that work is performed safely and in accordance with company and regulatory guidelines. The position supports all hours of Southwest’s operation, including early mornings, late evenings, and holidays.

The supervisor guides and develops Team Members, supports a culture of inclusion and safety, and oversees warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, parts movement, and compliance. The role requires rotating shifts, weekend and holiday work, travel, and the ability to perform duties in outdoor and inclement weather conditions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Broad, fully functioning knowledge in Material Stores, warehouse inventory management, logistics, or airline operations.
• Knowledge of aviation or Supply Chain Management leadership.
• Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, including purchasing, material planning, and repairs.
• Knowledge of stockroom procedures and Material Stores functions.
• Knowledge of aircraft tooling and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of Dangerous Goods shipping and chemical storage segregation.
• Ability to recognize problems and use logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including ability to speak in group situations.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays and to travel.
• Must be able to obtain a driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
• Must comply with Company attendance and appearance standards.
• Ability to move and raise 75 lbs. occasionally (under 50% of the time).
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to perform duties in outdoor and inclement weather, with potential exposure to excessive noise, vibration, and other sensory conditions.
• Ability to communicate and interact in English, use a computer and office productivity tools, compose text, and traverse between locations.
• Ability to work from a limited-space workstation, desk, or office area for extended periods; remain seated and upright in stationary positions for over 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight of Material Stores and line material operations.
• Oversee and resolve issues involving inventory accuracy, parts issuing, shipping, receiving, stocking, material handling, and equipment.
• Oversee movement of all parts and supplies to outstations.
• Manage warehouse operations.
• Supervise Union Employees and ensure compliance with work rules.
• Conduct Material Stores audits.
• Develop shift schedules, approve Material Specialists’ time off, and award overtime.
• Oversee Material Specialists’ training requirements and monitor attendance.
• Coach, develop, and engage Employees using Southwest talent management practices.
• Promote Company values and competencies, inclusion, recognition, and a safe work environment.
• Participate in continuous learning and development for leadership and self-growth.
• Perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders.

Benefits

• Free travel, as a privilege, on any open seat on Southwest flights for the Employee and eligible dependents.
• Retirement Savings Plan with dollar-for-dollar 401(k) Company match contributions up to 10% of eligible earnings, subject to plan terms and position-specific variation.
• Potential annual profit-sharing contribution to the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan, subject to Company discretion and plan terms.
• Competitive health insurance for the Employee and eligible dependents, with coverage options starting from the first day of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED