Distribution Supervisor I

Ups Job; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS is seeking a Distribution Supervisor I in Louisville, KY to oversee a warehouse team, coordinate inbound and outbound freight, and ensure timely, accurate order processing. The role emphasizes leadership, staffing decisions, and cross-functional collaboration with vendors and customers.

The position requires SAP skills and preferred bilingual capabilities, with a schedule that may include overtime and potential weekend work based on operations needs.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.
• SAP experience required.
• Bilingual proficiency preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and evaluate a team, assign tasks, and drive performance.
• Hire, onboard, transfer, discipline, and develop staff as needed.
• Coordinate work across the organization to optimize warehouse operations.
• Support inbound/outbound freight activities, loading/unloading, and order fulfillment.

Skills

Leadership

SAP

Bilingual

Schedule flexibility

Tools

Helix / Softeon

Job description

Job Description

We’re one of the world’s largest providers of transportation and logistics services. Our customers range from small and mid-sized companies up to global enterprises. Our Global Logistics and Distribution business unit provides comprehensive logistics services and warehousing solutions utilizing a global network of distribution centers, innovative technology and supply chain expertise to manage the flow of goods from receiving to storage and order processing to shipment.

Job Summary

The Distribution Supervisor I operates a warehouse with inbound and outbound freight shipments that are processed within a short timeframe. Supports business products by collaborating with vendors, customers, and other internal support groups for the movement of international and domestic air and ocean shipments. Monitors and manages facility performance to ensure materials are processed in a timely manner and meet customers’ requirements. Responsible for daily facility activities related to loading and unloading containers, pulling orders, freight sorting, customer support, facility inspections, handling employee concerns, etc. This position is responsible for overseeing, evaluating, and correcting the performance and outcomes of a team or multiple teams. Coordinates work across the organization to optimize efficiency. Makes key workforce decisions, such as hiring, onboarding, transferring, laying off, disciplining, assigning, directing, instructing, developing, and rewarding employees. Emphasis on aligning processes and fostering cohesion among team members. This role also supervises a team(s) that performs work according to standardized processes or procedures (e.g., entry-level Professional Expertise, Administrative or Technical Support). Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors. Problem solving is guided by policies, procedures and the local business plan; receives guidance and oversight from manager. Typically, does not perform the work supervised.

Additional Criteria

• Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to self-relocate by yourself
• Required SAP skills
• Preferred Bilingual proficiency
• Preferred Operations Experience
• Preferred Leadership skills
• Preferred Healthcare Experience
• Preferred People management experience
• Preferred Helix / Softeon Skills
• Highly Preferred Schedule flexibility may be needed depending on business needs.

Working Hours

Monday through Friday, 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM. The position may require overtime, including occasional weekend work based on operational needs.

Job Level

77 - Supervisor Job Grade: 20D

Deadline to Apply

September 9th, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

User Type

Unbefristet

Other Criteria

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

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