Inbound Outbound Supervisor

About the role

Directly lead logistics and warehouse employees involved in inbound receiving, outbound shipping, loading, unloading, staging, and material movement. Responsibilities include training, assigning work, monitoring performance, providing coaching, and conducting performance reviews.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily loading and dock operations to ensure inbound materials are received accurately and on time, and outbound shipments depart according to schedule, customer requirements, and carrier appointments.
• Utilize daily management tools—such as process center communication boards or dock activity dashboards—to review staffing, monitor KPIs, communicate priorities, and drive accountability.
• Serve as a change agent within the logistics operation by identifying process inefficiencies and applying Lean principles to reduce waste, improve flow, and optimize dock utilization.
• Ensure a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment with a strong focus on hazard prevention, equipment safety, safe forklift operation, and adherence to nVent’s safety standards and programs.
• Review and approve weekly payroll hours for team members, entering exceptions and ensuring accurate labor reporting.
• Lead and participate in logistics improvement initiatives related to dock scheduling, loading quality, carrier performance, and overall warehouse productivity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Ideal 3+ years of logistics, warehouse, or distribution center experience, with preference for candidates who have supervised loading, receiving, or material handling teams.
• Ideal 2+ years of experience applying Lean concepts within warehouse or supply chain environments, with the ability to identify waste, improve workflow, and standardize processes.

Qualifications

• Dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world.
• Opportunities for career growth and impact.
• Robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands with a history dating back more than 100 years.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Experience with Lean principles and methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
• An employee stock purchase plan with a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Back-up care services.
• Paid time off including volunteer time.
• A well-being program.
• Legal & identity theft protection.

Pay

$62,900.00 - $116,900.00 Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Schedule

N/A