Materials Supervisor: Lead Lean Logistics & Team Growth

Daimler Truck; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401k match

Vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Healthcare plans

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is seeking a Materials Supervisor in Gaffney, SC to supervise and coordinate all materials and logistics activities, ensuring on-time, correct-condition delivery to production. You will lead and develop the team while driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Responsibilities include shipping/receiving, inventory control, KPI tracking, Lean initiatives, and collaboration with external providers.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in business administration or logistics/supply chain; 4 years relevant experience preferred.
• Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Good understanding of operations (production, quality, facilities, materials).

Responsibilities

• Lead shipping/receiving, material storage, kitting, sequencing, delivery and expediting to support production.
• Drive safety, quality, delivery, cost, morale, and environmental performance while developing team.
• Track time and absenteeism daily using Kronos time-keeping system.
• Manage materials scorecard and address shortages to reduce disruptions.
• Plan manpower, overtime, and balance workload for HPV (Hours per Vehicle).
• Implement Lean Manufacturing concepts with TOS to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Support programs to improve efficiencies and reduce costs.
• Conduct daily/weekly safety inspections and log ideas in Enablon.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management.
• Analyze departmental metrics and prepare management reports.

Skills

Teamwork

Cross-functional collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Education

BS/BA in business or logistics/supply chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Daimler Truck North America is seeking a Materials Supervisor in Gaffney, SC to supervise and coordinate all materials and logistics activities, ensuring on-time, correct-condition delivery to production. You will lead and develop the team while driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Responsibilities include shipping/receiving, inventory control, KPI tracking, Lean initiatives, and collaboration with external providers.