Supervisor, Distribution

workwear; Whites Creek (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Workwear Outfitters in Nashville, Tennessee seeks a Distribution Supervisor for the 1st shift (6:00 AM–2:30 PM, Mon-Fri). You will supervise associates in the Distribution Center, ensure on-time, accurate deliveries, and oversee safety, quality, and policy compliance.

You will monitor production flow, coach staff, prepare production reports, track attendance, and support internal and external customers while fostering a people-first culture committed to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.
• Previous supervisor experience preferred.
• Strong communication and computer skills required.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned associates in the Distribution Center on the 1st shift.
• Monitor the flow of production, provide training and counseling, resolve issues, create production reports, and track attendance.
• Ensure safety standards, quality of work, and company policies are maintained while processing orders.
• Support all internal and external customers by meeting service requirements and expectations.
• Communicate with all levels of personnel and be trained on several tasks within the department to fill in where needed.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Multitasking

Overtime availability

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Workwear Outfitters has a strong legacy of building innovative, authentic, market-right products and is a leading supplier of work apparel and footwear for diverse occupations across industries such as automotive, manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, government, food services, telecommunications, hospitality, and many more. Workwear Outfitters is based in Nashville, Tennessee, with over $800 million in sales, and we employ more than 5,800 people in facilities spanning the globe.

Brands under the Workwear Outfitters umbrella include Red Kap®, Bulwark®, Image Authority®, Kodiak®, Terra®, Walls®, Liberty ®, Work Authority®, Workrite® Fire Service, Chef Designs®, and Horace Small®. Workwear Outfitters is also the exclusive licensee for Dickies® apparel in the B2B channel.

Our Purpose

"We champion and empower workers who make our world work better."

Major Benefits

• Major benefits include medical, vision, and dental, Life, and Disability coverage.

Other benefits

• Other benefits included: 401K, Tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, and many others.

What You Will Do as a Distribution Supervisor

• Responsible for supervising assigned associates in the Distribution Center on the 1st shift to achieve maximum production, quality, and cost control.
• Duties include monitoring the flow of production, providing training and counseling, resolving issues, creating production reports, and tracking attendance.
• Responsible for ensuring safety standards, quality of work, and company policies are maintained, all while processing assigned orders within the shipping requirements.
• Support all internal and external customers by meeting all service requirements and expectations.
• Communicate with all levels of personnel and will be trained on several different tasks in the department to fill in where needed.

SALARY

$60,000 - $70,000 depending on experience and qualifications

HOURS

1st shift: - 6:00 AM -2:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Overtime required as needed.

How You Will Make a Difference

As a Distribution Supervisor, you will make a difference by bridging the gap between organizational targets and daily operations. You will empower frontline workers, ensure on-time, accurate deliveries, and drive process improvements in safety, productivity, and order quality. You will achieve operational excellence and a positive work environment by focusing on driving operational efficiency and metrics, building a strong people-first culture, and fostering a commitment to Safety.

Skills for Success

• Communicate job expectations and coach/counsel direct reports.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three years' experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is preferred.
• Previous supervisor experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Strong communication skills (oral, written - fluent in English), strong interpersonal skills, and strong basic math skills.
• High attention to detail and quality, and able to flourish in a fast- paced environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility and the ability to work with others in a positive manner.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work overtime, and/or weekends if needed.