Operations Supervisor - Distribution - Memphis, TN

VetJobs; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

Stock Purchase Plan

401K

PTO

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Memphis, Tennessee is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead a frontline warehouse team on-site, ensuring safety, efficiency, and high service levels. The role focuses on coaching staff, maintaining compliance, and driving performance within a dynamic distribution environment.

You will monitor KPIs, report findings to management, and collaborate with leadership to implement improvements while maintaining a strong culture of teamwork and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1+ years operations leadership experience preferred.
• 1+ years logistics/operations experience preferred.
• Staff management and workload planning skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a frontline team, fostering inclusion and belonging.
• Uphold health and safety regulations and promote a safety-first culture.
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics; provide reports and recommendations for improvements.
• Foster open communication and collaboration among leadership and associates.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Safety compliance

KPIs

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Or Equivalent Experience

Job description

Job Description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

This role is On‑Site at the location detailed in the job post.

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.

Your responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications and Responsibilities

• 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.

Additional Information

Minimum Education Required: High School/GED

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

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.

City: Memphis

State: Tennessee

Job Category: Operations

Job Code: Operations Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor: DHL