Supervisor Material Stores - DEN

swa; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Airlines in Denver seeks a Supervisor of Material Stores to lead a team of Material Specialists and manage daily warehouse operations supporting Technical Operations. You will ensure timely receipt, storage, and delivery of aircraft parts, including time-sensitive items, while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

You will model the Southwest Way by coaching staff, aligning with values, and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in Material Stores, warehouse inventory management, logistics, or airline operations.
• Leadership experience in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight of Material Stores and Line material operations
• Oversee inventory accuracy, parts issuing, shipping, receiving, stocking, material handling, and equipment
• Oversee movement of parts to outstations
• Supervise union employees and ensure compliance with work rules
• Develop shift schedules and approve time off
• Monitor attendance and training requirements
• May perform other duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Inventory management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Department:

Technical Operations

Our Company Promise

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Description:

Want to lead a Team that keeps our aircraft stocked with the parts they need to fly safely and on time? As a Supervisor of Material Stores at Southwest, you'll guide a Team of Material Specialists and oversee daily warehouse and line operations that support our Technical Operations Teams. You'll help make sure aircraft parts are received, stored, and delivered correctly, including time‑sensitive parts that are needed right away. You'll also make sure work is done safely and follows company and regulatory guidelines. By staying organized, supporting your Team, and keeping operations running smoothly, you'll play an important role in helping Southwest keep our aircraft ready to fly every day

Additional details

This role supports all hours of the Southwest Operation, including early mornings, late evenings, and holidays.

U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

Fair Hiring Practices

We're committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Model the Southwest Way

Guide and lead Team Members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop and engage Employees

Adhere to Company values and competencies to foster a culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environment

Invest in Leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development

Responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight of Material Stores and Line material operations
• Oversee and problem solve issues associated with inventory accuracy, parts issuing, shipping, receiving, stocking, material handling, and equipment
• Provide oversight of the movement of all parts and supplies to outstations
• Responsible for warehouse operations
• Supervise Union Employees and ensure compliance with all work rules
• Conduct Material Stores audits
• Develop shift schedules, approve Material Specialists' time off, award overtime
• Oversee Material Specialist's training requirements and monitor attendance
• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, Leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of People and resources
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management (Purchasing, Material Planning, Repairs)
• Knowledge of stockroom procedures and Material Stores functions
• Knowledge of aircraft tooling and testing equipment
• Knowledge of Dangerous Goods shipping and chemical storage segregation
• Skilled in recognizing a problem, using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Skilled in communicating effectively, both oral and written, and have the ability to speak in group situations

Education

Required: High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• Fully functioning, broad knowledge in: Material Stores, warehouse inventory management, logistics, or airline operations
• Aviation or Supply Chain Management
• Leadership

Licensing/Certification

N/A

Physical Abilities

• Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the jobAbility to move/transport 75 lbs. on an occasional basis (under 50%)
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles/equipment
• Ability to raise 75 lbs. on an occasional basis (under 50%)
• Must be able to remain in a stationary seated position for over 50% of the time
• Must be able to remain in a stationary upright position for over 50% of the time
• Ability to traverse from one location to another
• Ability to perform assigned duties in outdoor and inclement weather conditions
• Ability to perform assigned duties with potential exposure to excessive noise, vibrations and/or sensory conditions
• Ability to compose text

Other Qualifications

• Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
• Must be able to obtain a driver's license
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have the autho