Supervisor Inventory DC01
ADUSA Distribution
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Job summary
ADUSA Distribution is seeking an Inventory Supervisor to lead daily warehouse operations, supervise receiving and shipping, and drive safe, accurate inventory movement. You will coach staff, support hiring and training, and ensure labor is aligned with workload.
Join a fast-paced distribution environment with opportunities to lead cross-functional teams, influence process improvements, and contribute to key performance goals for a wide network of grocery partners.
Qualifications
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and related tools (RF, voice selection).
- Familiarity with distribution or warehouse operations.
- Basic understanding of business and financial reporting.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to complete required documentation.
- Ability to align associates with departmental and business goals.
- Flexibility to work required schedules, including varied shifts.
- Ability to work in temperatures ranging from -5°F to 90°F+ for extended periods.
- Ability to work in a warehouse environment with concrete floors and powered industrial equipment.
- Ability to read and understand written and numeric product identifiers.
Responsibilities
- Supervise day-to-day receiving or shipping operations, ensuring productivity, accuracy, and safety standards are met.
- Lead and support associates through coaching, performance feedback, and accountability.
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and development of new and existing associates.
- Monitor daily staffing levels and adjust assignments to align with workload and operational needs.
- Verify labor management assignments and oversee time and attendance.
- Partner with Transportation, Inventory Management, and other campus departments to ensure smooth and timely product flow.
- Work with service providers and unloading partners to ensure staffing levels and safety standards support campus operations.
- Communicate operational updates that may impact other departments or shifts.
- Champion compliance with company standards for accuracy, productivity, and workplace safety.
- Lead departmental meetings to align associates on goals, priorities, and expectations.
- Support department operational and budget goals through effective planning and execution.
- Provide accurate reporting and updates to campus leadership.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, productivity, and cost efficiency.
- Recommend and help implement changes that improve workflow and reduce waste.
- Provide leadership on assigned projects or operational tasks.
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Education
Job description
Category/Area of Expertise: Distribution Job Requisition: 565169 Address: USA-ME-South Portland-54 Hemco Road Store Code: DC 01 Management (7250723)
ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA, providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution receives, stores, manages inventory, and ships fresh and non-perishable product throughout the network of local brand stores. ADUSA Distribution facilities handle a mix of product types, including fresh, frozen, grocery and health and beauty care items. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future, serving leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA, visit www.adusasc.com.
As an Inventory Supervisor, you'll be a hands-on leader at the center of daily warehouse operations. You'll guide associates, ensure inventory moves safely and accurately, and help deliver the high-quality service our retail partners and customers expect. This role is ideal for someone ready to take the next step in leadership-someone who enjoys coaching teams, solving problems in real time, and making operations better every day.
- Supervise day-to-day receiving or shipping operations, ensuring productivity, accuracy, and safety standards are met.
- Lead and support associates through coaching, performance feedback, and accountability.
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and development of new and existing associates.
- Monitor daily staffing levels and adjust assignments to align with workload and operational needs.
- Verify labor management assignments and oversee time and attendance.
- Partner with Transportation, Inventory Management, and other campus departments to ensure smooth and timely product flow.
- Work with service providers and unloading partners to ensure staffing levels and safety standards support campus operations.
- Communicate operational updates that may impact other departments or shifts.
- Champion compliance with company standards for accuracy, productivity, and workplace safety.
- Lead departmental meetings to align associates on goals, priorities, and expectations.
- Support department operational and budget goals through effective planning and execution.
- Provide accurate reporting and updates to campus leadership.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, productivity, and cost efficiency.
- Recommend and help implement changes that improve workflow and reduce waste.
- Provide leadership on assigned projects or operational tasks.
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and related tools (RF, voice selection)
- Familiarity with distribution or warehouse operations
- Basic understanding of business and financial reporting
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to complete required documentation
- Ability to align associates with departmental and business goals
- Flexibility to work required schedules, including varied shifts
- Ability to work in temperatures ranging from -5°F to 90°F+ for extended periods
- Ability to work in a warehouse environment with concrete floors and powered industrial equipment
- Ability to read and understand written and numeric product identifiers
- 1-3 years of distribution or warehouse experience
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Why This Role Matters
As an Inventory Supervisor, you'll directly impact daily operations, associate engagement, and customer satisfaction. This role offers hands‑on leadership experience, exposure to multiple areas of the supply chain, and a strong foundation for future growth into management roles.
If you're ready to lead from the front, develop people, and play a key role in a fast-paced distribution environment-we'd love to have you on our team.
ADUSA D&T offers competitive benefits to enchance your work-life experience. Our benefits are available to new associates starting on day 1 of employment.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Prescription drug coverage
- Health savings account (HSA) & flexible spending account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Retirement plan with 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Paid training
- Leadership development programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Wellness programs
We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please email recruiting@adusasc.com
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