Warehouse Supervisor I

Border States•Albertville, MN

21h•$31 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Supervisor I leads and supervises day-to-day warehouse operations, including warehouse and delivery services. The role is responsible for building and grounds security and maintenance, safe operation and maintenance of warehouse equipment and vehicles, maintaining current driver records, and completing SAP functions to support efficient and accurate warehouse and delivery operations. The supervisor also performs Warehouse Associate duties and leads inventory activities. This position is located in Albertville, Minnesota. The posted pay range is $30.85–$44.50 per hour; individual compensation depends on job-related skills and qualifications, education, relevant experience, work location, internal equity, and the position’s responsibilities. The posting is open until filled. Border States is a 100% employee-owned electrical supply distributor with approximately 130 locations in 31 states. Its employee-owners work across construction, industrial, and utility markets, guided by a customer service philosophy focused on caring about customer needs and adding value.

Requirements

A minimum of a two-year business or trade degree, or equivalent work experience.
Prior supervisory experience and at least three years of warehouse distribution and/or City Desk experience are preferred.
Experience required to coach drivers in ride-along or drive-cam vehicle-handling opportunities.
A valid driver’s license is required to operate company vehicles.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication, and reading skills.
Ability to plan and organize effectively.
Excellent customer service skills, including being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience with a minimum of three years of warehouse distribution and/or City Desk experience.
Good knowledge of electrical products or systems.
Prior forklift operating experience.
Strong working knowledge of Windows PCs, Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), the internet, email, and SAP software.

Responsibilities

Build customer service through teamwork with Account Managers, customer service representatives, City Desk, and Will Call personnel.
Arrange training and mentoring in Border States procedures, SAP transactions, and safety practices.
Maintain the security and upkeep of the building and grounds so the property is neat and safe and meets Border States and government standards.
Maintain warehouse equipment and vehicles and ensure they are operated safely in accordance with Border States, vendor, and government standards.
Maintain current driver records in accordance with company requirements and state and federal regulations.
Ensure drivers meet Commercial Driver Licensing (CDL) requirements when driving trucks above 26,000 pounds.
Perform appropriate SAP functions to support efficient and accurate warehouse and delivery operations.
Perform Warehouse Associate duties.
Lead and coordinate activities associated with the inventory process.
Communicate with internal and external customers about orders, inventory, and deliveries.
Lead daily safety meetings, provide updates, and address safety concerns.
May complete cycle counts and inventory checks.
May perform delivery driver duties as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or designee.