Warehouse Supervisor

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides direct daily supervision of warehouse associates to achieve prescribed operational objectives within established timelines and in accordance with quality, safety, inventory control and customer satisfaction guidelines.
• Develops and implements work schedules and assignments to meet customer demands.
• Tours the warehouse regularly to answer questions, evaluate operations and solve problems, and ensure compliance with safety, security and sanitation procedures.
• Makes recommendations to the Operations Manager on programs and procedures to improve warehouse operations.
• Schedules and conducts staff meetings.
• Tracks and manages employee paid time off and absenteeism.
• Participates in the interview process and makes hiring recommendations to the Operations Manager.
• Through coordination with Operations Manager, establishes employee goals, provides coaching and training, conducts performance reviews and performs disciplinary action.
• Ensures efficient utilization of equipment.
• Ensures current and accurate inventory count and location for each account.
• Enforces and ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and federal, state and local regulations.
• Affords assistance in ensuring the security of the facility and its employees, contents and surroundings.
• Ensures there is a training program in place and documented for all job functions.
• Establishes and maintains a professional and courteous relationship with all customers.
• Affords assistance in ensuring the security of the facility and its employees, contents and surroundings.
• Ensures Safety program is in compliance with VG Management requirements.

Job Specifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years prior experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment.
• Demonstrated skills in leadership, supervision, organization and planning.
• Understanding of warehouse operations and warehouse management system technology.
• Intermediate computer skills using Microsoft Office and software applications, and accurate typing skills (25 wpm minimum).
• Ability to prioritize, organize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work efficiently with a professional, customer friendly attitude.
• Must be capable of sitting, standing and walking for extended periods.