Distribution Supervisor

SCC Saddle Creek Corporation; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Vacation and holiday pay

Annual bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Saddle Creek Corporation, located in Macon, GA, is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead a team of 6–10 hourly associates in a fast-paced warehouse, ensuring productivity, safety, and accurate order fulfillment. You will monitor KPIs, drive Lean improvements, coach staff, and conduct annual reviews.

The role emphasizes coaching, cross-training, and strong collaboration with leadership to meet operational goals while maintaining a clean, professional workplace.

Qualifications

• Lead a team of 6–10 hourly associates in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Meet or exceed productivity standards and cost control.
• Maintain exceptional customer service by achieving KPIs like order fill rate accuracy and inventory accuracy.
• Promote LEAN principles and process improvements to drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of 6 - 10 hourly associates in a fast-paced warehouse team environment
• Ensure acceptable levels of performance in assigned business units by meeting or exceeding productivity standards and cost control management
• Ensure exceptional customer service by meeting key performance indicators (order fill rate accuracy, unannounced inspections, inventory accuracy, etc.) for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Achieve performance goals through KPI monitoring, promote LEAN principles and process improvement
• Lead and maintain a clean, professional, and safe work environment.
• Meet or exceed SCLS corporate safety goals
• Effectively communicate goals, expectations, areas for improvement, and successes to associates
• Coach, train, and mentor associates, allowing them the opportunity to grow and develop
• Conduct annual performance reviews

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

KPI tracking

LEAN principles

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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. Note that if you are viewing this posting on an external job board (such as Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, etc.), unless specifically stated in the posting, the provided salary estimates may not be accurate as they are not provided by Saddle Creek.

Location: Macon, GA

Shift: 1st Shift - Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

What you will do:

• Manage and lead a team of 6 - 10 hourly associates in a fast-paced warehouse team environment
• Ensure acceptable levels of performance in assigned business units by meeting or exceeding productivity standards and cost control management
• Ensure exceptional customer service by meeting key performance indicators (order fill rate accuracy, unannounced inspections, inventory accuracy, etc.) for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Achieve performance goals through KPI monitoring, promote LEAN principles and process improvement
• Lead and maintain a clean, professional, and safe work environment.
• Meet or exceed SCLS corporate safety goals
• Effectively communicate goals, expectations, areas for improvement, and successes to associates
• Coach, train, and mentor associates, allowing them the opportunity to grow and develop
• Conduct annual performance reviews

Our ideal candidate will have…

• High School or GED required.
• Assist our wide range of clients with the needs and demands of their supply chains
• 2+ years of previous experience in a leadership role with a track record of implementing and managing change
• Listening skills and strong abilities to collaborate, communicate, and motivate others to accomplish goals
• Demonstrated success in problem-solving and decision-making to overcome obstacles and maximize opportunities
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment while focusing on exceeding operational goals
• Strong organization and multi-tasking skills, agility, and ability to be cross-trained to do more where needed

It’s not required, but it would be even better if you have…

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement training and experience
• Supply chain/logistics experience is a plus but not required
• Technical savvy (intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based, and job-specific software applications. #LI-MC1

Benefits:

• Benefits package including 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 Affiant* 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 here. View the E-Verify Posting here. Saddle Creek is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know your contact information and the nature of your request.

Saddle Creek is in the logistics business. Over the past 60 years, our associates built Saddle Creek into what it is today by treating each other with respect and working together to succeed. Our people make a difference every day to our clients, to our business, and to each other. The growth and success we’ve experienced requires smart, dedicated people working in a supportive environment. Growing our family since 1966.