Operations Supervisor – Distribution

Supply Chain / DHL; Newnan (GA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

Discounted Stock Purchase

401K

generous PTO policy

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking an Operations Supervisor for our distribution centers in the United States. The role supervises a small team, supports an Operations Manager, and ensures safety, productivity, inbound/outbound flows, and dock operations.

You’ll participate in coaching and associate development while adapting to shifting business needs. The position offers a national salary range of $62,500–$70,000 with onsite work and a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision,

Qualifications

• 2 years supervisory/management experience in logistics or manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1 year operations lead/supervisor experience preferred.
• Staff management, workload planning and objective setting skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a diverse frontline team.
• Uphold health and safety regulations and foster a safety culture.
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics; report to management.
• Promote open communication and teamwork across leadership and associates.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Safety awareness

KPI monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

WMS software

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
• 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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