Distribution Supervisor

Why Work for Saddle Creek

Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse friendly and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If youre looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits join our team today.

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Overview

The Distribution Supervisor leads a team of associates within a dynamic warehouse environment driving productivity problem resolution outstanding customer service employee motivation and development while maintaining a safe professional workspace. This role is responsible for achieving operational goals supporting continuous improvement and fostering a culture aligned with SCLS values and mission.

What you will do:

• Manage and lead a team of about 15 hourly associates including operations and office support in a large warehouse (319000 sq. ft.) ensuring high performance and cost control.
• Ensure acceptable levels of profitability by meeting or exceeding productivity standards and cost control management with a concentrated focus on effective labor management.
• Ensure exceptional customer service key performance indicators including labeling accuracy inventory accuracy order accuracy and minimizing product damage.
• Promote LEAN principles and process improvement teaching and enforcing SCLS Quality Policy at all times.
• Maintain a clean professional and safe working environment meeting or exceeding SCLS safety goals.
• Effectively communicate company goals expectations areas for improvement and successes to associates.
• Coach train and mentor direct reports supporting their personal growth and career development.
• Conduct annual performance reviews.
• Assist clients with supply chain needs and demands.
• Maintain professional communication (written and verbal) in daily interactions with the customer.
• Demonstrate agility and maintain real-time awareness of all warehouse operations proactively identifying and addressing issues to ensure seamless execution

Our ideal candidate will have

• High School Diploma or GED required
• At least two (2) years of experience in a lead or supervisor role preferably in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience in supply chain/logistics is a plus but not required.
• Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement training and experience preferred.

Its not required but it would be even better if you have

• Technical savvy intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office internet web-based and job-specific software applications.
• Bachelors degree
• Demonstrated leadership skills to influence the department implement and manage change.
• Strong listening collaboration communication and motivation skills to accomplish work goals.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities to overcome obstacles and maximize opportunities.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a high-stress dynamic environment while focusing on operational goals.
• Strong organization multi-tasking skills and ability to plan organize and manage multiple projects and set priorities.
• Ability to build a cohesive team that exemplifies SCLS values and supports the mission statement.

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Benefits:

• Benefits packageincluding medical dental vision HSA and medical reimbursement

• Annual bonus eligibility

• 401(k) match

• Vacation and holiday pay

• Employee assistance and identity theft protection

• Career development and opportunity for internal promotions

• Tuition reimbursement for further education

• Company paid life insurance and short term disability

Saddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity employer and an Affirmative Action employer as required by law. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race gender national origin ancestry age color religious creed marital status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity gender expression sex (including pregnancy breastfeeding and related medical conditions) mental or physical disability medical condition military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal state or local laws governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster the E-Verify Postinghere.

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