Distribution Center Supervisor I - 2nd Shift

dtna; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

annual bonus program

401k company contribution with company

4 weeks paid vacation

15 calendar holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

employee assistance program

comprehensive healthcare plans

onsite fitness

tuition assistance

volunteer paid time off

short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

DTNA in Buford, GA is seeking an experienced supervisor to lead second shift outbound dedicated delivery operations, ensuring route departure adherence, accurate picking, and safe, efficient workflow.

You will coach hourly team members, manage staffing, align with carrier partners to meet cut-off times, coach on Lean practices, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to fulfill customer requirements and maintain service levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or 6 years of distribution supervisory experience.
• 2-5 years of leadership in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, multi-shift environment.
• Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily outbound dedicated delivery operations, including picking, packing, bill of lading verification and route departure adherence.
• Ensure picking accuracy through standard work, audits, and discrepancy reconciliation.
• Coach and develop hourly team members to meet safety, quality, productivity, and attendance goals.
• Monitor KPIs such as bill of lading hand over time, shipping accuracy, productivity, and compliance.
• Coordinate staffing, workload planning, training, and resource allocation to meet demand.
• Promote safety, accountability, and continuous improvement through Lean methodologies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support customer requirements and service levels.
• Ensure compliance with policies, quality requirements, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

Lean Manufacturing

Safety focus

Multi-shift readiness

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

SAP

Job description

Inside the Role

This position is responsible for overseeing Second Shift dedicated delivery outbound operations in a fast-paced distribution environment with defined route departure schedules. The role requires close collaboration with team leaders to ensure effective manpower planning, coordinated workflow execution, and timely completion of work across all picking areas. This individual will also partner with our third-party dedicated delivery carrier responsible for loading and shipping outbound freight. Strong coordination with carrier leadership is essential to ensure all required cut-off times are met and routes depart on schedule.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $78,000 - $100,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits include

• annual bonus program
• 401k company contribution with company match up to 6 % as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
• starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
• 1 5 calendar holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• employee assistance program
• comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
• onsite fitness (at some locations)
• tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
• short-term and long-term disability plans

What You Drive at DTNA

• Lead and supervise daily outbound dedicated delivery operations, including picking, packing, bill of lading verification and route departure adherence.
• Ensure picking accuracy through proper standard work procedures, audits, and reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Coach, mentor, and develop hourly team members to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and attendance expectations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as bill of lading hand over time, shipping accuracy, productivity, and compliance metrics.
• Coordinate staffing, workload planning, training, and resource allocation to meet operational demands.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement through Lean and problem-solving methodologies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support customer requirements and maintain service level expectations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Support warehouse and facility initiatives including audits, process improvements, and operational projects.
• Supervises day-to-day work and participate in coaching and development of employees on the Technical and Business Support band in operations, manufacturing, and/or logistics

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience OR 6 years of distribution supervisory experience in lieu of degree
• 2-5 years of leadership experience in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics operations
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, multi-shift environment
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to use tact and diplomacy to exchange information with employees
• Demonstrated experience driving operational performance through safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery metrics required.
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, and problem-solving methodologies to improve operational results required.
• Experience leading employee engagement initiatives, performance management activities, and employee/labor relations matters required.
• Proven ability to build, motivate, and develop teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
• Ability to work Second Shift
• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), SAP, or similar inventory systems
• Strong analytical, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Lean, Continuous Improvement, and workplace safety practices
• Degree in focus Supply Chain, Business Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics
• Strong customer focus and previous face time experience with customers
• Experience utilizing and conveying a situation with data
• Experience in an Unionized environment

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Buford, GA US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type

Onsite

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