Supervisor Distribution - On-site

Johnson Outdoors; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing program

Paid time off

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

401k with company match

Job summary

Johnson Outdoors in Mankato, MN is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee receiving, inventory control and shipping to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

This role leads daily activities, enforces safety standards, and collaborates with internal teams to optimize productivity. A high school diploma and 5 years in warehouse work (2+ in supervision) are required, with WMS/ERP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 5+ years in warehouse operations, including 2+ years in a lead/supervisory role.
• Prior experience with WMS or equivalent inventory systems strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily warehouse functions including receiving, counting, inspection, storage, picking, packing and shipping.
• Oversees inventory controls, conducts cycle counts, reconciles variances, and suggests process improvements.
• Plans daily workload, assigns tasks, and adjusts staffing to meet customer demands.
• Ensures safety procedures and training are followed to maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintains warehouse documentation, data entry, reporting and invoicing; monitors productivity and quality.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Inventory management

Safety compliance

ERP/MRP systems

MS Office/Excel

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

ERP

MS Excel

MS Word/Outlook

Job description

Mankato
121 Power Drive
Mankato, MN 56001, USA

Mankato
121 Power Drive
Mankato, MN 56001, USA

Supervises, plans and monitors warehouse functions may include shipping, receiving, inventory control and safety/security with the warehouse to ensure smooth and consistent operations as well as customer satisfaction.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises warehouse functions may include receiving product, counting and incoming inspection, resolving discrepancies, storing product, picking orders, packing and/or shipping of orders. Interfaces with a variety of individuals and teams internally and externally which may include customer service, accounting, technical services, dealers, consumers, distributors and/or sales representatives.
• Oversees inventory control practices including conducting of physical counts, performing reconciliation of variances and recommending process improvements as appropriate.
• Oversees and plans each day’s workload, balances and distributes daily work assignments and makes adjustments as needed to meet or exceed customer needs and satisfaction.
• Ensures and oversees department safety which includes establishing safety/security procedures, actively providing training on established procedures and methods.
• Monitors and improves quality within the department by providing warehouse information for strategic plans and reviews; and providing and implementing production, productivity, quality, and service standards improvements.
• Responsible for warehouse documentation, data entry, reporting and invoicing. Performs reporting on department activity and analysis to measure the effectiveness/efficiency of department activities.
• Keeps equipment operating by enforcing operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, requiring preventive maintenance and calling for repairs.

SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the daily activities for a team, ensures productivity, sets priorities and manages work schedules. Provides input on resource planning and policy development. Trains/coaches team members on performance, completes performance evaluations and recommends pay actions. Participates in and provides input into hiring and termination decisions.
• May provides input into the department budget and control expenses.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of warehouse experience, which includes at least 2 years of lead or supervisory experience in a warehouse. Priority will be someone with proven inventory management experience in a Warehouse Management System (WMS).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Extensive knowledge of warehouse and distribution operations, methods and practices,
• Ability to quickly make decisions, problem solve, prioritize assignments and direct the workforce to meet immediate, changing demands.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to create communications and effective work with internal and external teams.
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook to write reports and develop correspondence. Experience in using ERP and data warehouse processing software. Knowledge of scanner technology and MRP systems.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills plus ability to work independently or on a team.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Skills in reading and interpreting documents, policies and procedures such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals.
• Skills in operating a forklift or required to learn within first 6 months of hire.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers with the assistance of a calculator/PC.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English in certain international locations. (As required by site).

A few pointers about our culture:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation are in our bones! We authentically innovate trusted equipment that gets people out there. We are laser-focused on our consumers, and passionate about inspiring people to actively engage with the amazing awe of the outdoors again and again. We strive to create meaningful, healthy change in the world as individuals and as a family of brands. We value diversity and team members who are willing to wear multiple hats; who take personal initiative, anticipating what needs to be done, and figuring things out to make them happen; but who are also willing to ask for help, to assist others and work together.

What you will receive:

• Share in the company’s success - Competitive base salary, with additional earning potential through participation in the annual discretionary cash profit sharing program, and eligibility for annual pay increases.
• Find your work/life balance with generous paid time off and holiday benefits, health insurance and wellness plans.
• Further your career with training opportunities including our tuition assistance program.
• Plan for your future with our 401k with company match and deferred retirement contributions, Sons & Daughters Scholarship program, life and LTD insurance, and more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Johnson Outdoors (and all subsidiaries) without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Johnson Outdoors is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About Us:

JOHNSON OUTDOORS is a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technologies that inspire more people to experience the awe of the great outdoors. The company designs, manufactures, and markets a portfolio of winning, consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft Recreation, Fishing, Diving and Camping. Johnson Outdoors' iconic brands include.: Old Town® canoes and kayaks; Ocean Kayak™; Carlisle® paddles; Minn Kota® fishing motors, batteries, and anchors; Cannon® downriggers; Humminbird® marine electronics and charts; SCUBAPRO® dive equipment; Jetboil® outdoor cooking systems. Founded in 1970 by Samuel C. Johnson, the Company has delivered double-digit compound annual growth over its history, evolving from a single brand into a nearly $663 million global enterprise with around 1,300 employees across 20 countries.

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