Warehouse Supervisor - Afternoon Shift

Scholastic Book Fairs•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

Scholastic Reading Events is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to support a local branch team in its Book Fair Organization. The supervisor supports the Operations Manager in planning, scheduling, directing, and executing daily warehouse activities and evaluates the team to ensure company standards, policies, and performance expectations are met. The role contributes to Scholastic’s mission to encourage reading and lifelong learning while demonstrating care and respect for all people. This is a full-time, regular position with afternoon-shift hours of 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The supervisor works in an active warehouse environment, overseeing staff, book fair preparation and closeout, packing and replenishment, inventory, shipping, safety, and customer assistance. The role may involve operating a forklift during peak periods if certified and requires the ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory role.
Ability to analyze, develop, initiate, and implement plans and strategies to achieve goals.
Strong computer skills, including the ability to navigate the internet, MS Office, and email.
Ability to use scanner systems effectively with minimal errors.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and direct associates.
Ability to prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, push or pull up to 300 pounds, and climb ladders without assistance; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Strong teamwork skills and ability to get along with coworkers.
Good verbal and written communication skills, basic math skills, and ability to read.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle report.
If operating a company vehicle, ability to meet the motor vehicle record check and drug-screening requirements.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Prior experience with a sales or service distribution organization preferred.
Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with hiring and recruiting warehouse staff and conduct orientation for new associates, including assigning a mentor for the 90-day orientation period.
Supervise, develop, and train warehouse personnel, supporting associate morale, motivation, productivity, and retention.
Work with the Branch Manager to evaluate and document associate performance, conduct performance appraisals, recommend salary changes, and set performance goals.
Expedite school reorders accurately and on time, overseeing UPS and ground shipping.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, DOT, and EEOC requirements.
Conduct monthly safety meetings, promote safe and healthy work practices, investigate job-related incidents, and file Workers’ Compensation reports with the Branch Manager.
Schedule staff, maintain attendance records, and assist with labor-hours tracking against budget.
Assist the Branch Manager with the production planning system and management of branch profit and loss statements.
Close out fairs and ensure cases, displays, and boxes are staged and properly labeled.
Prepare daily packing schedules as needed by reviewing turnovers, checking labels, and communicating packing instructions.
Oversee fair packing production, stock replenishment, and the unloading of trucks and cases.
Oversee product packing and display according to schematics and customer requirements, including matching loading procedures to warehouse and driver sheets.
Reset picking lines seasonally to align with corporate schematics.
Oversee initial fair setup for daily deliveries and account for fair support materials.
Maintain quality assurance for outgoing products.
Monitor inventory and product sell rates, inform management of inventory status, help prevent shortages, and recommend replacement titles as appropriate.
Assist with physical inventory counts, open houses, and warehouse sales.
Train staff to use scanners for the Book Fairs inventory system and monitor their use.
Greet and assist customers at open houses, warehouse sales, and similar events in a courteous and positive manner.
Ensure warehouse equipment and tools are used properly to support productivity, efficiency, and safety; report unsafe conditions, equipment, or injuries to the Manager.
Ensure careful handling of merchandise to prevent damage, bending, or tearing, and use proper techniques for lifting, packing, handling heavy objects, climbing ladders, and pushing or pulling cases.
Complete labor data collection cards accurately.
Operate forklifts during peak business periods if certified and at least 18 years old.