Senior Ops Supervisor - Logistics & Inventory

Penske Logistics LLC; Rincon (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Logistics LLC in Rincon, GA, is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Supervisor to lead hourly staff, manage inventory, and optimize daily logistics across two sites. You will coordinate driver deliveries, loading/unloading, and cross-docking while aligning with cost objectives.

The role requires traveling between Rincon, GA (70%) and Chicago, IL (30%). Strong leadership, WMS proficiency, and communication skills are essential for success in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years related functional experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience with WMS systems.
• Strong people skills with the ability to engage, coach, and develop associates and inventory teams.
• Extensive experience managing a large-scale inventory operation, including inventory accuracy, cycle counting, adjustments, root-cause analysis, and inventory controls.
• Strong Excel skills and the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable solutions.
• Ability to navigate operational challenges calmly and effectively without unnecessary stress or escalation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with site leaders, senior management, operations, and other support functions.
• Ability to identify opportunities, establish priorities, and drive continuous improvement across both locations.
• Strong written/oral communication and organizational skills are required
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate performance standards and interview hourly associates and provide recommendations for hire.
• Monitor attendance, productivity, and other performance markers and provide counseling and/or recognition to associates as needed.
• Oversee logistics operations including customer service, freight loading and unloading, dispatch and proper documentation and procedure control, Evaluate and recommend changes in preferred work methods to increase productivity of dispatch/warehouse operations. Assist in new associate training, Provide relief coverage for operational duties when associates utilize time-off or are absent from the shift, Have a thorough working knowledge of the site's operating systems in order to ensure operational compliance and correct exception resolution, Complete all necessary records and reports in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures such as inventory accuracy and control, returns, damages, etc, Understand the relationship between decision-making and profitability, Closely manage associates' working hours and activities to minimize overtime and to meet or exceed productivity targets.
• Ensure day-to-day management and associate activities are in alignment with the location safety strategy, Provide associates with communication, training, feedback, and direction to ensure safe performance, Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies and company policies and procedures.
• Understand the location-specific customer goals & objectives, Ensure the customer knows that we are committed to helping them meet their objectives, Determine areas that could benefit from Continuous Improvement efforts.
• Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of fleet/warehouse equipment, Work with hourly associates to ensure they understand safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Leadership

Excel skills

Communication

Team management

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

WMS systems

MS Office

Job description

Penske Logistics LLC in Rincon, GA, is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Supervisor to lead hourly staff, manage inventory, and optimize daily logistics across two sites. You will coordinate driver deliveries, loading/unloading, and cross-docking while aligning with cost objectives.

The role requires traveling between Rincon, GA (70%) and Chicago, IL (30%). Strong leadership, WMS proficiency, and communication skills are essential for success in a fast-paced distribution environment.