Warehouse Operations Supervisor

GEODIS•Edwardsville, IL

8d•$70,000 - $71,000

About The Position

GEODIS is a global third-party logistics provider supporting supply chains for leading brands and manufacturers. The Warehouse Operations Supervisor coordinates daily distribution center activities and supervises staff responsible for order fulfillment, order and inventory management, stocking, material handling, equipment use, and related work. The role manages schedules, labor, payroll, staff training and development, performance, compliance, inventory accuracy, process improvements, reporting, and warehouse upkeep. For food accounts, the incumbent must report food safety problems to senior management so that action can be initiated. Duties listed are general and not exhaustive. The job’s essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum 3 to 5 years of related warehouse and/or distribution center experience.
Experience with warehouse equipment.
Experience with warehouse management systems.
Experience with labor management systems.
PC literacy and experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.

Nice To Haves

One year of supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily activities within the distribution center.
Supervise staff and direct work related to order fulfillment, order management, inventory management, stocking, material handling, equipment usage, and related needs.
Prepare work schedules and respond effectively to unexpected labor needs.
Manage labor hours and payroll in an electronic timekeeping system.
Interview and train prospective and new team members.
Support business support staff development, appraise performance, reward employees, address complaints, and resolve problems.
Ensure the team understands and works toward performance goals.
Recommend process improvements within the warehouse or distribution center.
Review records for accuracy and compliance with procedures, and determine the adequacy of stock levels.
Ensure compliance with company and customer policies and procedures, including safety requirements.
Schedule work for special and periodic inventories.
Trace item histories to investigate inventory discrepancies and recommend remedial actions.
Assign duties and examine work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance to policies and ISO9002 procedures.
Study and standardize procedures to improve team efficiency.
Prepare reports for leadership.
Assist in maintaining the physical properties of the warehouse.
Submit weekly, monthly, and other special services billing to customer services representatives.
Supervise distribution center employees in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
For food accounts, report food safety problems to senior management to initiate action.
Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Benefits

Fair pay; some jobs offer bonus opportunities.
Access to earnings on demand, with payday available early.
Free telemedicine access from day one.
Healthcare, dental, and vision benefit options at affordable costs after a short waiting period.
Paid holidays and time off.
Short-term disability.
New parent leave.
Safe, clean, and healthy work environment.
Employee input opportunities and support for career advancement.
One-time grants through the GEODIS Compassion Fund for teammates experiencing unexpected catastrophes.
Opportunities to volunteer in the community or donate to the GEODIS Foundation or GEODIS Compassion Fund.
Inclusive culture and Employee Resource Groups.