Inventory Supervisor - 1st Shift

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Tennessee; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in logistics is seeking a Contract Logistics Specialist to oversee end-to-end warehousing operations. This role involves leading a team, ensuring accurate inventory management, and driving a culture of excellence and safety. With a focus on continuous improvement and team development, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality service to customers. Join a dynamic environment that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth in a stable and rewarding industry. Your work will have a meaningful impact on everyday lives, making logistics more than just a job.

Benefits

Medical/Dental Benefits

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Excellent Training Programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent experience in a full-time inventory role.
• 2 or more years in a supervisory role in a warehousing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop the performance of your team through effective training.
• Ensure safe operations and healthy environments for employees and customers.
• Implement strategies to optimize warehouse inventory efficiency.

Skills

Inventory Management

Leadership

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Team Development

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

It's more than a job

As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centres. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.

In this role, you will lead a team and ensure that physical cycle counts are performed, accurate inventory levels are maintained, account for all defective or damaged products, and provide appropriate corrective action. Your typical shift will be Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. As a 3PL provider, we will count on your leadership skills to help drive excellent service for our valued customer.

How you create impact

• Supervise and develop the performance of your team through effective training, coaching, and motivational strategies
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide timely feedback to team members
• Drive a culture of belonging in a diverse workforce where all associates feel safe, valued, and included
• Implement strategies to ensure the highest quality of work, optimize warehouse inventory efficiency, and meet or exceed KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
• Ensure safe operations and healthy environments for employees, customers, vendors, and visitors
• Verify inventory paperwork and accurately complete all necessary records and reports
• Ensure daily cycle counts are completed and help organize the annual audit
• Help maintain the security of the warehouse and assure the integrity of inventory
• Implement continuous improvement action plans and implementing loss prevention programs
• Be flexible to work overtime and perform other responsibilities as needed

What we would like you to bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of recent experience in a full-time inventory role
• 2 or more years in a supervisory role in a warehousing environment
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

What's in it for you

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-onsite

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.