Supervisor, Warehouse

DSV•Carteret, NJ

12d•$72,864 - $91,080

About The Position

The Warehouse Supervisor leads the warehouse department across its operational disciplines to promote operational excellence, productivity, and customer satisfaction. Under the direction of the Warehouse Manager and Branch and Regional Management, the role coordinates warehouse activities and facility maintenance and trains personnel to support a coordinated shipping and receiving plan. The position oversees daily warehouse operations, staffing, equipment, safety, budgets, and employee management. It also identifies opportunities to improve operations and ensures that work complies with applicable safety regulations and company policies.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Must have forklift experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the warehouse environment.
Advanced competency in all aspects of business administration.
People management and leadership experience, including recruitment, selection, training and development, coaching, and performance management.
Strategic planning skills.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize, plan, assign, and control work.
Ability to work well in a diverse environment and culture.
Ability to develop networks and relationships.
Ability to work in a time-sensitive, fast-paced environment under pressure.
Proficiency in basic MS Office applications.
English language skills are preferred for reading, writing, and verbal communication.

Nice To Haves

2–3 years of experience in transportation and logistics management with supervisory or managerial responsibilities is preferred.
Minimum 3 years of relevant customer service and logistics work experience; an equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
Material Handling Certification.
Dangerous Goods Qualification.
Forklift operation and certification.
Some experience with Warehouse Management Systems.

Responsibilities

Schedule warehouse personnel daily to ensure appropriate staffing for productive and cost-efficient selection and receipt of products.
Direct day-to-day warehouse activities, including shipping, receiving, sanitation, maintenance, and inventory control.
Adhere to budget requirements and work toward objectives and branch goals.
Maintain warehouse equipment by providing preventive maintenance programs and arranging necessary repairs.
Ensure warehouse personnel have safe and efficient equipment to perform distribution functions.
Oversee warehouse safety programs and maintain a safe, clean workplace in compliance with OSHA and applicable local and state regulations.
Recommend equipment requirements and replacements to maintain or improve productivity and efficiency.
Recruit, hire, train, manage performance, and discipline direct reports.
Meet reporting and compliance deadlines.
Research, identify, and present ideas for improving warehouse operations.
Attend and participate in scheduled and impromptu meetings.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and company safety policies.
Manage and lead warehouse personnel, including succession planning.
Coach and support employees to promote motivation and productivity.
Train new employees on warehouse systems and procedures.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.