Warehouse Supervisor

King County Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking a WarehouseSupervisor. The responsibilities of this position include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the warehousing/distribution facility supervising staff and planning organizing scheduling and coordinating the daily activities of staff. This is a first-line supervisor for a warehouse crew who under limited direction supervises the ordering stocking warehouse inventory management and delivery of bulk supplies and assets to/from other department sites. The incumbent also oversees all warehousing and product sales deliveries to/from sites.

Who are we
Through a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees the FMD operates and manages the Countys capital assets by developing and maintaining cost-conscious sustainable high-quality facilities and environments.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nations history King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices strategies and policies that promote fairness justice and opportunity for all in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

• Plan organize schedule coordinate provide policy direction and troubleshoot daily activities of Distribution Center/Warehouse staff.
• Monitor and prepare assignments for staff; approve schedules leaves and vacations; resolve staffing issues; provide guidance and coaching to staff.
• Develop and implement work site policies and procedures.
• Ensure smooth flow of warehouse/distribution operations in compliance with County and department guidelines; maintain and record inventories per agreed upon frequency.
• Supervise the processing of interoffice package deliveries including movement of materials to sites.
• Foster vendor relationships.
• Monitor and process all orders/purchases and blanket contracts; consult with County procurement specialists on purchases and contracts.
• Produce inventory reports for BOS Section and FMD Finance & Leadership.
• Manage department warehouse including coordinating warehousing inventories and bulk supplies and operating forms; supervise storage and handling of materials ensuring staff compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor unit budget and expenditures.
• May monitor staff delivery routes involving a County-wide coverage area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualified candidates will have at minimum:

• Previous warehouse management experience including knowledge of warehousing and delivery operations.
• Previous experience in shipping and receiving including knowledge of applicable inventory system(s) and ability to use database and spreadsheet applications to produce required reports and findings.
• Previous lead/supervisor experience including team building coaching and counseling employees to achieve performance objectives and planning directing and coordinating subordinates activities and taking immediate corrective action and/or recommending disciplinary procedures.
• Able to demonstrate experience in accurate inventory management
• Safe operation in forklift driving (certification required)
• Data entry / computer skills including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic math skills
• Organizational skills
• Basic accounting principles and record keeping
• Effective communication skills
• Project and time management skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic understanding of building operations and requisite equipment / supplies required by trades.

• Knowledge of public sector practices and operations including planning scheduling problem-solving and public accountability
• Knowledge of public sector accounting inventory and asset tracking systems such as Oracle and Maximo.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• This exciting opportunity is open to all qualified applicants. An updated and thoroughly completedKing County application and answers to the supplemental questions are required.
• Final appointment is contingent upon:
  • Successfully passing a thorough fingerprint based federal and county background investigation reference checks and a pre-employment physical exam.
  • Successful candidates must also have a valid WA State drivers license.
  • A 5-year drivers abstract will also be required.
  • Safe operation in forklift driving (certification required)
  • Ability to lift 35-75 lbs. regularly
• The work location will be at the South Park Warehouse - 7272 W. Marginal Way South.
• This position is hourly and overtime eligible. The hours are 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Monday Friday. The schedule is subject to change based on business and/or operational needs.
• This position is represented by International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 117 Joint Units Agreement.
• This position is designated as First Responder which means that you have a role in emergency response and are responsible for the protection and preservation of life property evidence environment and/or the restoration of order
• For questions or additional information please contact Sarah McCauley at .

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Guided by our True North we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting support and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American and people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people living with disabilities and veterans.

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