Distribution Supervisor 2nd Shift

kbi; Mocksville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kontoor Brands in Mocksville, NC seeks a Distribution Supervisor to support the Shift Manager in receiving, packing and shipping finished goods, and to assign daily work while addressing performance issues.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, training, and continuous improvement across production, people development and metrics. A high school diploma is required; 3+ years in distribution preferred; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and minimum of three years of job-related experience, preferably in a distribution environment.
• Proven leadership potential.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and/or shift to meet work requirements.
• Must be authorized to work legally in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assigns daily work based on facility requirements to balance workload.
• Enforces standard methods and procedures; suggests improvements.
• Addresses pay policy implementation and explanations.
• Coaches and develops direct reports; manages performance.
• Maintains a positive work environment and staff morale.
• Maintains department metrics through staff education and accountability.
• Participates in projects (5S, Six Sigma) aligning with DC goals.
• Ensures a safe working environment and adherence to safety procedures.

Skills

English fluency

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4-year college degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Who We Are:

Kontoor Brands is a portfolio of three of the world's most iconic lifestyle, outdoor and workwear brands: Wrangler®, Lee® and Helly Hansen®. Kontoor Brands is a purpose-led organization focused on leveraging its global platform, strategic sourcing model and best-in-class supply chain to drive brand growth and deliver long- term value for its stakeholders.

Job Posting:

Distribution Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

The Distribution Supervisor is responsible for supporting the Shift Manager in a wide variety of distribution activities such as those involved with the receiving, packing, and shipment of finished goods. This position will assign daily work, address performance issues, and help resolve problems under the guidance of the Shift Manager. The Distribution Supervisor will help to ensure that associates work efficiently and effectively along with providing visible and dynamic leadership to positively impact key initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Production and Operations

Assigns daily work based on facility requirements to include balancing and coordinating workload. Standard method and procedures enforcement and recommendations for improvement. Pay Compliance (Pay Policy Implementation, coding, pay explanation)

People and Organizational Development

Department Employee Engagement/Morale, Coaching & Developing, Policy & Procedure and Employee Life Cycle activities. Executes proper training and cross training with associates to ensure flexibility to meet current and future production needs and gain efficiencies and/or minimize costs. Provides coaching and development for direct reports including performance management. Creates and maintains a positive work environment.

Safety and Health

Maintains housekeeping. Participates and may lead in health and safety committees. Ensures employees are working in a safe environment and according to established safety procedures.

Process

Maintains, controls, and reports department metrics through staff education and accountability.

Continuous Improvement

Participates and or leads in Projects that align with the strategic goals of the DC utilizing tools such as 5S, Six Sigma, etc.

QUALIFICIATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent and minimum of three years of job-related experience, preferably in a distribution environment. 4-year college degree preferred.

Proven leadership potential

Must be willing to work flexible hours and or shift to meet work requirements

Must be authorized to work legally in the United States

SKILLS

Overall fluency in the English language both written and spoken

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Good to excellent communication skills (Oral, Written, Presentation).

Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software applications, especially Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).

High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.

Typical Working Conditions

Will work around equipment, such as conveyors and rolling stock, which could contain hazards. Other exposures found in a distribution center such as high level of noise and dust may exist for this position.

SPECIAL PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to stand and walk for long hours during the day

Why Kontoor Brands?

At Kontoor, we offer a comprehensive benefit package to fit your lifestyle. Our benefits are crafted with the same care as our products.

When our employees are healthy, secure, and well, they bring their best selves to work. Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your family's needs - now and in the future. We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel. Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays, and Tuition Reimbursement.

We are proud to offer a workplace culture centered on equitable opportunities and a sense of belonging for all team members. Here we have a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents.