Logistics Supervisor

CL c0fdc925 851b 46be 8480 3d28feddb668; Brown Deer (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Parental leave

401K match

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Company events

Employee committees

Job summary

TAPCO is seeking a Logistics Specialist to oversee domestic and international shipping operations. You will maintain carrier communications, supervise staff, and ensure timely, accurate deliveries while enforcing safety standards.

The role requires coordination with purchasing, planning, warehouses, and brokers to optimize logistics and reporting. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in SCM, business, math or industrial engineering, or 3+ years in logistics.
• Experience supervising other employees.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint & Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong math, organizational, supervisory and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and supervise others' work.

Responsibilities

• Understand planning, shipping, warehouse management and warehouse systems.
• Manage daily routes/schedules of inbound and outbound shipments and tracks progress.
• Coordinate with direct reports to review all outstanding and planned shipments.
• Schedule inbound deliveries by coordinating with Purchasing & Planning.
• Coordinate with Warehouse supervisor on workload and scheduling issues.
• Ensure Transfer Sheets and PO receipts are completed and verified.
• Ensure procedures are followed per established Logistics and Transportation processes.
• Train staff and ensure cross-training as needed; enforce safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Supervisory experience

Independent work

Education

Associates degree in SCM or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you are looking to be part of a company focused on making our roads and communities safer, apply to join our team of talented individuals today!

What TAPCO has to offer you:

• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Personal Time (starting day one)
• Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period
• 401K Plan with Employer Match (fully vested on day one)
• Company-Funded Short-Term Disability
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Quarterly Company Events and Lunches
• Have a say in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee

What you will accomplish as a Logistics Specialist at TAPCO:

The Logistics Supervisor plays a vital role in overseeing the shipping and delivery of domestic & international materials. Maintain communication with carriers, suppliers, warehouses, custom brokers, TAPCO personnel, 3PL providers, brokers and others involved in the shipping and delivery of goods. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead a team in managing logistics operations effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Duties listed may vary in terms of importance and other duties may be added or eliminated as this position develops.

• Understanding planning, shipping, warehouse management and warehouse systems
• Manage daily routes/schedules of inbound and outbound shipments and tracks progress
• Coordinate with direct reports to review all outstanding and planned shipments
• Schedule inbound deliveries by coordinating with Purchasing & Planning
• Coordinate with the Warehouse supervisor on personnel workload and scheduling issues
• Ensure that Transfer Sheets and PO receipts are completed and verified
• Ensuring that procedures are completed in accordance with established Logistics and Transportation processes
• Ensures that all employees are aware of their job duties and are cross-trained in any capacity that is necessary to aid in the development and growth of staff
• Observe employee’s performance and trains in proper processes and standards
• Enforce safety guidelines and rules, OSHA requirements and all company policies within area
• Able to create graphs and PowerPoint presentations to communicate set Transportation metrics
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Associates degree in supply chain management, business, mathematics or industrial engineering, preferred or 3+ years as a Logistics / Transportation / Traffic Manager
• Experience managing / supervising other employees
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, PowerPoint & Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong math skills
• Strong organizational, supervisory, and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and supervise others’ work

About Us:

At TAPCO, we aim to enhance transportation and personal safety in our communities through innovative solutions and products. We are driven to save lives! Are you looking for a career where you can earn a great wage based on experience and performance, your contributions are recognized, and you will have growth potential? Then choose TAPCO!

As an EEO Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status or other acceptable taglines in all printed employment advertisements.

If any assistance is needed with the application process, please contact TAPCO HR at 800-236-4462

8:00am-5:00pm