Supervisor, Distribution Job Description
Supervisor, distribution
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Supervisor, Distribution Duties & Responsibilities
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Knowledge of SAP, Zonar, Kronos, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety and are in accordance with OSHA standards
Responding to dealer calls and making immediate decisions to resolve the issue
Improving productivity and quality by taking ownership of the process
Leading teams working on problem resolution and process improvement
Responsible to provide leadership to team members and the Distribution Center in support of achieving the goals and objectives of the DC and achievement of operating company service level agreements, while managing within the operational budget
Performing tasks in accordance with defined job processes in a 24-hour, global distribution center supporting multiple operating company franchises
Managing people, time and tasks in accordance with safety, quality and environmental compliance, operational budget, and operational calendar
Driving continuous improvement in both productivity and quality and exhibit strong skills to analyze and solve problems
Providing leadership to team members and the Bridgewater Distribution Center in support of achieving the goals and objectives of the DC and achievement of operating company service level agreements, while managing within the operational budget
Supervisor, Distribution Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Supervisor, Distribution
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: MHE, APICS, IATA, CSCP, CPIM, SAS, SQL, OSHA, DOT, PMP
Education for Supervisor, Distribution
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the supervisor, distribution job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Collage Degree in Business, Education, Management, Leadership, Business/Administration, Associates, Engineering, Technical, Supervision, Supply Chain Management
Skills for Supervisor, Distribution
Desired skills for supervisor, distribution include:
Automated distribution and warehouse systems
Radio Frequency technology
Microsoft Office
Windows
Microsoft Office suite
OSHA
SAP and WMS
Company construction and maintenance practices
Windows and Microsoft Office
Word
Desired experience for supervisor, distribution includes:
Must be able to multi-task in a fast past environment
Working knowledge of Canada employment laws and safety regulations
High standard of quality and security
Ability to be flexible on any shift and willing to work extended hours including weekends as necessary
Associate’s degree or higher, from 2-year college or technical school preferred
Proven track record demonstrating the ability to motivate team members, and maximize workplace productivity
Supervisor, Distribution Examples
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Supervisor, Distribution Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of supervisor, distribution. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for supervisor, distribution
- Identifies discrepancies as they arise, uses problem-solving abilities to maintain Distribution Shipping/On-time shipment accuracy
- Revises/creates SOP’s to incorporate procedural changes for the purpose of overall quality
- Maintains an on-call status for Warehouse/Distribution emergencies
- Coordinate the loading, movement and storage of materials
- Train, coach and monitor the performance of the Fulfillment Associates and co- associates
- Insure that adequate supplies are available for each area
- Responsible for recommending changes in the organization to include hiring, disciplinary action and termination of associates within the group
- Receiving and locating products within the warehouse to provide the most efficient process for picking and packing orders for shipment for all divisions
- Picking and packing of all orders in a timely manner while following all customer specific and business group requirements
- Perform a variety of supervisory duties to ensure the timely and efficient completion of work
Qualifications for supervisor, distribution
- Strong collaboration, influencing and problem-solving skills – team member, ability to contribute positively to the morale of the team
- Required to obtain a Class A CDL driver’s license within 90 days
- Plan and schedule work to meet anticipated work volumes and shipping deadlines
- Ensure compliance with existing operational policies and procedures
- Develop recommendations for improving existing operational policies, procedures and processes
- Address and resolve disciplinary problems
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Supervisor, Distribution Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a supervisor, distribution. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for supervisor, distribution
- Processes cylinder orders from branch stores for long haul routes
- Processes cylinder orders for local routes
- Leads, supervises, manages, motivates, and trains up to 10 employees
- Schedules and routes Drivers efficiently, ensuring overtime is not abused
- Resolves problems associated with deliveries and product shortages
- Uploads, delivers and downloads safely to customers hardgood orders cylinders containing compressed gases
- Ensures all safety rules are strictly observed
- Maintains and balances shipping papers/manifests
- Ensures employee complaints, issues, are handled timely and effectively
- Communicates with Plant Supervisor to maintain appropriate on-hand stock of required gas cylinders
Qualifications for supervisor, distribution
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related job with some supervisory responsibility is required
- Previous experience in an acute care hospital
- Bachelor Degree in Logistics, Engineering or MBA
- Strong background and experience in warehouse operation and transportation operation and warehouse management system
- Pass MVR
- The successful candidate must have strong tactical execution abilities
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a supervisor, distribution. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for supervisor, distribution
- Coordinates daily workflow
- Coordinates new accounts, gathering all necessary information and assigning accounts to CSRs
- Audits all new accounts and follow up on responsibilities of the CSR’s to ensure that customer needs have been met
- Maintains a productive staff by creating programs for hiring, training and professional development
- Applies sound communication and motivational techniques in supervising, coaching and disciplining associates
- Manages associate performance and recommends promotions, wage increases and terminations
- Plans staffing level of distribution office personnel
- Review warehouse operations daily to ensure the warehouse is 5s+1 compliant
- Collect all RDC documentation route to the proper record-keeping unit as necessary
- Provide guidance to Driver Technicians to allow them to provide the highest level of customer service
Qualifications for supervisor, distribution
- Strong working knowledge of multiple WMS
- Must be flexible to work overtime and weekends when needed
- Degree/ diploma in business, supply chain, logistics or engineering preferred
- Must be able to manage and assist in a Vocollect atmophere
- Must obtain an acceptable score on the First Line Supervisor's Test (FLST) unless presently an internal employee and directly supervising
- At least 1 year of cumulative verifiable experience driving in a manual transmission tractor trailer within the past 5 years with the ability to pass a road test
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Supervisor, Distribution Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a supervisor, distribution. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for supervisor, distribution
- Oversee inventory movement from receiving, to warehouse placement, through shipment and confirmation of invoice to customer
- Control of inventory flow through system interface
- Supervise Inventory Control
- Oversee the audit of receiving paperwork flow
- Communicate to management any systems of inventory related issues from day-to-day activities
- Listen and evaluate ideas to improve systems, productivity and inventory accuracy
- Listen and address personal issues related to workforce and accurately track time/attendance for employees
- Provide training for workforce for new users and retraining of current users
- Coordinate full warehouse Inventory at designated times throughout year
- Monitor all unshipped deliveries for accurate and timely shipments
Qualifications for supervisor, distribution
- Ability to obtain a 1 year medical card
- Working knowledge of current DOT/CSA laws and experience guiding drivers in compliance, hours-of-service (HOS) compliance, driver fitness, unsafe driving, vehicle maintenance, controlled substances/alcohol, and crash indicator
- 3 years in a direct supervisory role mentoring and coaching drivers on a daily basis
- Superior attendance practices
- BS/BA in business or scientific discipline plus 3-5 years of related experience preferred
- At least 2-5 years related experience and/or training
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Supervisor, Distribution Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of supervisor, distribution. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for supervisor, distribution
- Recruit, train, and coach drivers as needed
- Direct and control the activities of the Inbound Staff, who are responsible for receiving and locating products within the warehouse to provide the most efficient process for picking orders for shipment
- Plan and schedule work to meet anticipated work volumes and dock to stock deadlines
- Make recommendation on personnel issues
- Account for all inbound orders as directed
- Complete monthly reports for each job function within the inbound area
- Run status reports indicating number of orders to be received and put away, which is used to set work priorities and staffing needs
- Investigate and rectify inventory discrepancies
- Research records in the WMS to track the correct location and movement of products
- Perform the initial product set-up within the WMS item master
Qualifications for supervisor, distribution
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems (JD Edwards, SAP, Red Prairie, ) is a plus
- Some college courses in Chemistry, management
- A portion of the incumbent's job responsibilities will require PC work that involves the continuous use of the fingers, hands, wrists, and sitting for frequent periods of time
- Services as appropriate / required in order ensure timely and accurate shipments
- Troubleshoots and resolve delays in a timely manner
- Work with railroad for rail car distribution/supply/tracking and to minimize delays and demurrage