Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Addison; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Addison in Orlando, FL is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse logistics, ensure accurate receipt, storage, and distribution, and maintain safety and quality standards. The supervisor leads receiving and shipping personnel, coordinates daily operations, and ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

You will lead receiving and shipping staff, coordinate ERP/TMS workflows, verify shipments, manage inventory records, and drive process

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of warehouse, shipping, receiving, or logistics experience.
• 1-3 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of shipping procedures, inventory management, and logistics operations.
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shipping and receiving operations to ensure efficient workflow and timely processing of inbound and outbound shipments.
• Coordinate and monitor the loading and unloading of materials and products.
• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy and inspect goods for damage or discrepancies.
• Ensure proper documentation, including bills of lading, packing slips, shipping manifests, and receiving records.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of receipt and shipping transactions.
• Investigate and resolve shipping, receiving, and inventory discrepancies.
• Schedule and assign work to warehouse team members to meet operational goals.
• Train, coach, and evaluate warehouse staff on safety procedures, productivity standards, and company policies.
• Monitor employee performance and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and safe warehouse practices.
• Coordinate with purchasing, production, customer service, and transportation providers to support business needs.
• Monitor warehouse equipment and coordinate maintenance and repairs as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED; associate's or bachelor's preferred

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Position Summary

The Shipping and Receiving Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all shipping, receiving, inventory movement, and warehouse logistics activities. This role ensures accurate and timely receipt, storage, and distribution of products while maintaining safety, quality, and customer service standards. The supervisor leads receiving and shipping personnel, coordinates daily operations, and ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shipping and receiving operations to ensure efficient workflow and timely processing of inbound and outbound shipments.
• Coordinate and monitor the loading and unloading of materials and products.
• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy and inspect goods for damage or discrepancies.
• Ensure proper documentation, including bills of lading, packing slips, shipping manifests, and receiving records.
• Request for a comprehensive overview of the end-to-end logistics process for different freight modes. This should cover both system Workflows (ERP/TMS tracking and data entry) and standard documentation requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of receipt and shipping transactions.
• Investigate and resolve shipping, receiving, and inventory discrepancies.
• Schedule and assign work to warehouse team members to meet operational goals.
• Train, coach, and evaluate warehouse staff on safety procedures, productivity standards, and company policies.
• Monitor employee performance and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and safe warehouse practices.
• Coordinate with purchasing, production, customer service, and transportation providers to support business needs.
• Monitor warehouse equipment and coordinate maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure warehouse environment.
• Lead warehouse teams in case the warehouse supervisor is absent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of warehouse, shipping, receiving, or logistics experience
• 1-3 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of shipping procedures, inventory management, and logistics operations.
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and scanners.
• Leadership and team management
• Inventory control and accuracy
• Time management and prioritization
• Customer Service Orientation
• Safety awareness
• Problem-solving and decision-making

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials and products throughout the supply chain while maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Get safer, healthier, and more productive.