Distribution Center Supervisor (Remote)

Placements24; Canterbury; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Flexible remote schedule

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Distribution Center Supervisor to manage operations remotely while supporting the Queenstown facility. You will oversee receiving, storage, order fulfillment and shipping, lead a team, and ensure safety and productivity standards are met.

You will drive operational excellence, improve efficiency, monitor inventory accuracy, and collaborate with management to align goals. A proven track record in warehouse management and strong leadership are essential for

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in warehouse supervision or management.
• Strong leadership and ability to motivate a team.
• Deep understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management and logistics.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and related software.
• Experience supervising in a remote capacity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of warehouse staff, ensuring operational efficiency and productivity.
• Manage receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance operations, optimizing workflow and space utilization.
• Implement and enforce strict safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Monitor inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and implementing measures to reduce discrepancies.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate warehouse team members, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with management and other departments to align operational goals with company objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Logistics principles

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

WMS proficiency

Tools

WMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and results-oriented Distribution Center Supervisor to manage their operations remotely, supporting their facility in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role requires a leader capable of overseeing all aspects of warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping, while managing a team and ensuring adherence to safety and productivity standards. You will be responsible for driving operational excellence, improving efficiency, and maintaining a high level of accuracy from a remote setting. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in warehouse management and strong leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of warehouse staff, ensuring operational efficiency and productivity.
• Manage receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance operations, optimizing workflow and space utilization.
• Implement and enforce strict safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Monitor inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and implementing measures to reduce discrepancies.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate warehouse team members, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with management and other departments to align operational goals with company objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in warehouse supervision or management.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and logistics principles.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and relevant software.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and improve operational performance in a remote supervisory capacity.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives for a remote role.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Flexible remote work schedule.
• A challenging yet rewarding role with significant impact on the organization's success.