Supervisor - DC Warehouse Operations

Sterling Kohler; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Performance bonus

Job summary

Kohler Co. is seeking a Supervisor for the Sheridan Distribution Center to oversee put-away, replenishment, picking, and inventory activities, directing a team of 20–50 associates.

You will partner with the General Supervisor to assign staff, maintain WMS data, and ensure safety and housekeeping standards. The role offers day 1 benefits and a bonus potential; salary range $69,650 to $105,850 with eligibility for a performance bonus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; higher education preferred.
• 3+ years distribution or equivalent experience.
• WMS and SAP experience preferred; automation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise put-away, replenishment, picking, and inventory activities.
• Assign personnel to meet shipping schedules cost-effectively.
• Maintain and enter Warehouse Management System data.
• Train workforce to meet company and customer requirements.
• Prepare reports on safety, quality, delivery, cost and 5S.
• Assist other DC Supervisors as needed.

Skills

Distribution experience

Supervisory experience

Safety awareness

Customer relations

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

WMS

SAP

Automation

Job description

Supervisor - DC Warehouse Operations

Location: Onsite - Seridan, AR

Opportunity

Coordinates put-away, replenishment, picking, and inventory activities for Kitchen & Bath finished goods at the Sheridan Distribution Center. Oversees product movement across rack and floor storage locations and manages a team of approximately 20 to 50 associates.

Specific Responsibilities

• Supervise finished product put-away, replenishment, picking, and inventory activities. Partner with the General Supervisor to determine storage locations and update procedures as needed to align with the inventory mix.
• Assign personnel daily in the most cost-effective manner to meet shipping schedules and production delivery requirements.
• Maintain and enter Warehouse Management System data as needed to support daily processing requirements.
• Under the direction of the General Supervisor, train an efficient and adequate workforce to meet all company and customer requirements.
• Support standard work measurement programs by training employees on required reporting techniques, auditing job elements, and issuing change-of-operations notices as needed.
• Maintain effective housekeeping practices to protect products and ensure an orderly work environment.
• Maintain storage and material-handling equipment in safe, reliable operating conditions by performing regular visual inspections and initiating repair or replacement requests as needed.
• Evaluate subordinate performance, provide regular feedback, and enforce company policies and guidelines, particularly those related to safety, personnel, and housekeeping.
• Prepare time, production, and usage reports related to operations as directed. Complete special reports, additional duties, and special projects as assigned by the General Supervisor.
• Assist or substitute for other Distribution Center Supervisors on vacation or due to sick days.
• Prepare and maintain key reports, including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and 5S.
• Perform all other duties and projects as required by DC leadership team.
• Participate in safety initiatives, including wall-to-wall inspections, program support and updates, incident investigations, safety training, accident prevention, daily safety oversight, new equipment approval, Kaizen events, safety teams, funding allocation for safety equipment and initiatives, and return-to-work programs.
• All other duties as assigned by Sheridan DC Leadership.

Skills/Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent education/experience (Associate's Degree or higher level of education is preferred)
• 3+ years of distribution experience or equivalent experience in a comparable role
• Ability to maintain safe work environment
• Ability to achieve productivity standards and cost expectations
• Ability to establish/maintain quality and adhere to company policies
• Ability to establish strong relationships with internal/external customers
• Prior supervisory/leadership experience in a warehouse/manufacturing/distribution environment is preferred
• WMS experience is preferred
• SAP experience is preferred
• Automation experience is preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.The salary range for this position is $69,650 - $105,850. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

Why Choose Kohler?

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.