Outbound Supervisor - 2nd shift

Bertelsmann; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

401(k) with company match up to 6%

Paid Time Off & holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition reimbursement & scholarships

Commuter benefits

Employee engagement activities

Job summary

Arvato in Louisville, KY seeks an Outbound Supervisor to ensure timely order completion and efficient labor planning on the 2nd shift (3 pm to 11:30 pm). You will lead the pick/pack/ship team, oversee shipping, and maintain KPI-driven performance while adhering to quality procedures.

The role requires experience in WMS and inventory control, plus staff training responsibilities. Join a team focused on process excellence in a 3PL environment, with opportunities to improve Kronos and reporting

Qualifications

• 3 years of Supervisory experience or equivalent work experience.
• A bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• 3 years in a WMS environment.
• Experience with inventory research.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the labor and equipment of the Pick/Pack/Ship operation.
• Ensure on-time completion and maintain the quality of orders to meet customer requirements.
• Oversee direct shipping, pick, pack, and traffic.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of employees.
• Receiving of materials.
• Transferring of materials.
• Hire and ensure proper training of new employees for picking, packing, and shipping departments.
• Ensure proper procedures for the control tower for current and new customers.

Skills

Supervisory experience

WMS experience

Inventory research

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

Kronos

Excel

WMS software

Job description

Company Description

Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive, and Publisher industries.
You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment, and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.

Job Description

As the Outbound Supervisor at Arvato, your primary objective will be to ensure the timely completion of orders, aligning with our commitment to exceeding customer expectations. Collaborating closely with Wave Panning, you'll manage labor resources effectively while prioritizing orders with precision.

2nd Shift: 3 pm to 11:30 pm

YOUR TASKS

• Supervise and manage the labor and equipment of the Pick/Pack/Ship operation.
• Ensure on-time completion and maintain the quality of orders to meet customer requirements.
• You will oversee direct shipping, pick, pack, and traffic.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of employees.
• Receiving of materials.
• Transferring of materials.
• Hire and ensure proper training of new employees for the picking, packing, and shipping departments.
• Ensure proper procedures are adhered to and up to date for the control tower for current and new customers.
• Performance management of all employees (KPI’s).
• Document, update, and ensure procedures and quality processes are followed.
• Maintain supplies and equipment levels for the department.
• Monitor and adhere to customer requests and vendor-specific shipping requirements.
• Update and maintain Kronos and Metrics in Excel, as it relates to WMS reporting.
• Monitor picking, packing, and shipping functions on the floor.
• Ensure that shift-end specific procedures with all shipping systems are completed, and floor end-of-shift close-outs are followed.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Supervisory experience or equivalent work experience.
• A bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• 3 years in a WMS environment.
• Experience with inventory research.

Additional Information

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
• 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
• Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee engagement activities.

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