Operations Supervisor - Distribution

DH; East Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

Discounted Stock Purchase

401K

PTO

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking an Operations Supervisor - Distribution to lead a team of frontline associates and oversee all warehouse operations, including safety, productivity, inbound/outbound, and dock flow. The role emphasizes coaching, schedule flexibility, and driving performance across a large network.

Candidates should have 2+ years of supervisory or management experience in logistics or manufacturing and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory/management experience in logistics or manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Staff management and workload planning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a diverse frontline team with coaching and guidance.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed and foster a safety-focused culture.
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics; provide regular reports to management.
• Promote open communication and collaboration between leadership and associates.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Team coaching

Safety compliance

KPI tracking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The preferred candidate for this role has 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or management position within the logistics or manufacturing industries.

Shift hours: 7:00 PM–5:30 AM (supervisor coverage roughly 6:00/6:30 PM–6:00/6:30 AM)

This role will require the ability to work with a team of 2 co-supervisors and an Operations Manager.

Supervisors are responsible for the building / operation in its entirety - Safety, Productivity, Inbound, Outbound, Consolidation, and dock flow.

Additionally, supervisors are responsible for associate reviews and overall team development.

Must be flexible and able to adapt their schedule and work style to meet the needs of the business.

Operations Supervisor - Distribution

The Operations Supervisor role has a national salary range of $62,500 - $70,000.

For roles in California the range is $70,304 - $82,000 and for roles in Washington the range is $80,169 - $82,000.

DHL Supply Chain offers multiple benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Discounted Stock Purchase, 401K and a generous PTO policy.

As an Operations Supervisor at DHL Supply Chain, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our warehouses. Your responsibilities go beyond daily management – you will be instrumental in implementing processes to optimize our warehouse operations. Your leadership will be vital in guiding our frontline associates, fostering a safe and productive work environment, and ultimately driving the overall success of DHL Supply Chain. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within DHL Supply Chain and contribute to our renowned reputation as the global leader in contract logistics.

With over 500 facilities and more than 50,000 dedicated associates, DHL Supply Chain North America attributes its success to the hard work and dedication of our team, operating in over 150 million square feet of warehouse space.

Job Description:

• Lead, motivate and develop a diverse team of frontline associates by providing coaching, guidance, and support as needed, while also developing a strong team culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Take proactive measures to consistently uphold compliance with health and safety regulations, fostering a culture of heightened safety awareness throughout the organization.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to track performance and identify areas of improvement. Provide regular reports and analysis to management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations for enhancing warehouse operations.
• Foster an environment of open communication and collaboration, facilitating regular and effective dialogue among leadership and associates to promote transparency, alignment, and teamwork.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferred.
• 1+ years operations experience in a lead/supervisor/management role, preferred.
• 1+ years logistics industry experience, preferred.
• Staff management, workload planning, objective setting and organizational skills, preferred.

Our Organization has a business casual environment and focuses on teamwork, associate development, training, and continuous improvement.

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.

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