Warehouse Supervisor | Full-Time | University of Kansas Athletics

Oakview Group•Lawrence, KS

69d•Onsite

About The Position

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Position Summary The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the effective supervision and running of venue distribution/warehouse operations including inventory, receiving, purchasing, ordering, lay-ins, purchase order tracking, clean-up, transfers and equipment maintenance. The Warehouse Supervisor must provide a high level of event oversight, technical proficiency and operational/personnel support to ensure the smooth running of (or preparation for) any assigned event. The Warehouse Supervisor will actively supervise, coach, counsel, direct, train and mentor employees in meeting company quality standards, and will independently initiate and authorize all employment actions such as hiring, termination, suspension, discipline, promotion and transfer. The Warehouse Supervisor will actively and independently manage all aspects of employee relations to ensure a positive, harmonious, compliant and cooperative work environment. This is a key position for the effective and profitable operation of the business. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work a variable event-driven schedule which includes day, evenings and weekends. Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction and strong management and independent decision-making skills are required. This role will pay an hourly rate of $25.00 Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays) This position will remain open until December 31, 2025. About the Venue Allen Fieldhouse: Iconic home of KU men's and women's basketball. David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium: Historic football stadium, centerpiece of the KU Gateway District redevelopment. Horejsi Family Volleyball Arena: State-of-the-art facility dedicated to KU volleyball, located adjacent to Allen Fieldhouse. Rock Chalk Park: Track & Field Stadium: Elite competition venue with Class I certification. Soccer Stadium: Hosts KU women's soccer matches. Hoglund Ballpark: Baseball stadium near Allen Fieldhouse.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 2 years foodservice/hospitality experience; similar venue experience a plus.
Forklift certification a plus
Food service certification
High School diploma or equivalent.
2-3 years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or leadership role

Nice To Haves

OSHA safety certification
Forklift operator certification
Food Service
Inventory management or logistics certifications (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma)

Responsibilities

Responsible for product purchasing/ordering, receiving and distribution control for the venue.
Safety and Efficiency
Time Sensitive Operations
Ensure that established procedures for tracking purchase orders, requisitions, receiving dockets and perpetual inventories are maintained; report any deviation to the Warehouse Manager .
Maintain and manage sanitation and organizational systems of all warehouse storageareas.
Willing and available to assist with Premium Services or Concessions event operations as directed by the Warehouse Manager and the GM.
Provide direction to part-time warehouse staff to ensure all established lay-ins are completed for each event, in addition to requisitioning during events, post-event break down, warehouse returns, equipment storage, sanitation and maintenance.
Responsible for ensuring that purchase order system is adhered to for all orders received at each warehouse; verify proper specification, size, quantity, etc. of goods received; supervise proper labeling, dating and stocking of supplies.
Oversee and ensure that appropriate stocking levels are met for each event; rotate and maintain integrity of product.
Ensure proper transfer process of product between locations, including follow-up documentation.
Perform routine maintenance; responsible for concession and utility equipment cleaning and maintenance: portable equipment, burden carriers, carts, floors, refrigeration, and lighting. Ensure manifested equipment is in location.
Evaluate warehouse employee performance. Maintain employee records, written warnings, reviews and other related documents.
Conduct walk through of the commissary, warehouse and storage areas after the completion of the day to ensure all areas are clean.
thrives in collaborative environments and understands the power of teamwork.
Oversee daily operation as either opening or closing manager on duty.
Assist Office Manager with daily/weekly/monthly sales and AR/AP when needed