Logistics Supervisor

Powell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k savings

Bonus potential

Paid time off

Professional development

Wellness programs

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Powell is seeking a Logistics Supervisor-Warehouse in Houston to coordinate packaging, material handling, and warehouse operations across multiple sites. You will lead Material Coordinators and Material Handlers, drive safety, and contribute to continuous improvement in warehousing performance.

The role requires managing budgets, negotiating warehouse services contracts, and aligning with engineering and manufacturing for special shipment requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication across cultures and work well in a global team.
• Ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to develop effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated capability in managing team activities.
• Strong planning and project management skills.
• Experience and track record of continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage Material Coordinators and Material Handlers in shipping/receiving across multiple locations.
• Align with Logistics Shipping Supervisor to ensure division shipping plan is executed.
• Oversee health and safety performance and foster a safe, collaborative work environment.
• Provide SME on material handling including forklifts and cranes.
• Lead cost reduction and continuous improvement programs.
• Develop and implement warehousing and packaging sourcing strategies.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Relationship building

Team leadership

Project management

Continuous improvement

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

The Logistics Supervisor-Warehouse will be responsible for coordinating the operation of the packaging, material handling and warehouse functions of the flow and storage of materials and finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption while focusing on continuous improvement to improve internal warehousing and operational standards.

Job Description

The Logistics Supervisor-Warehouse will be responsible for coordinating the operation of the packaging, material handling and warehouse functions of the flow and storage of materials and finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption while focusing on continuous improvement to improve internal warehousing and operational standards.

Supervision

• Material Coordinators and Material Handlers

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing Material Coordinators and Material Handlers within the shipping and receiving departments across multiple locations.
• Aligns closely with Logistics Shipping Supervisor to assure that division shipping plan is implemented.
• Management and oversight of their team’s Health and Safety performance and continuous focus on creating a safe and collaborative work environment.
• Provide Material Handling Subject Matter Expertise to include but not limited to the safe operation of material handling equipment (Forklifts, electric pallet jacks) and overhead crane equipment.
• Provide leadership in on-going cost reduction and continuous improvement programs.
• Develop, implement and execute warehousing and packaging sourcing strategies, practices and procedures in alignment with business unit leaders.
• Develop and implement negotiation strategies for warehouse support services; including, but not limited to, all types of warehousing support, crating/packaging, and material handling.
• Develops and accountable for budget/standard cost for quarterly/annual operating and long-range planning.
• Provide for the evaluation of supplier quotations utilizing appropriate negotiation and procurement analysis techniques and implementation of proper contracts with emphasis on quality, price and service.
• Manages outbound loading schedule and oversees incoming and outgoing loading and receiving activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments.
• Coordinates with Engineering, Project Management and Manufacturing departments for advanced identification of shipments with special requirements for packaging and loading operations.
• Manage all facets or material receivables and stockroom activities.
• Ensure employees have proper access to the necessary tools to perform their assigned duties and that the tools are routinely inspected and maintained.
• Create and sustain a safe work environment.
• Delivers supervisory functions including, but not limited to, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of Warehouse Management and Shipping/Logistics Experience
• Minimum of 1 year of logistics and logistics contract negotiation experience, preferably in the electrical/power component industry.
• Minimum 2 years of proven supervisory experience
• Expertise in executing Receiving/Inventory Control through ERP Systems (Oracle preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Must be able to communicate effectively across multiple cultures and work well in a global Team environment.
• Ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to develop effective working relationships
• Demonstrated capability in managing team activities
• Strong planning/project management skills
• Experience and proven track record of Continuous Improvement Identification and Resolution

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously.
• Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting. Walking up to 300 feet frequently and standing continuously throughout the shift with short periods of sitting.

More Information

• This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

About Us

In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications! Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

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