Supervisor - Operations (Inventory Control)

Wesco; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Bonus potential

Job summary

Wesco is seeking a Supervisor - Operations to lead warehouse operations, drive inventory accuracy, and oversee receiving, picking, packing, shipping, wire cutting, and light assembly. You will coach a team, conduct cycle counts and audits, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

You will analyze KPIs to improve productivity and customer service, reporting to a Manager or Senior Manager Operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• 3 years warehouse and distribution operations experience.
• 1 year experience leading warehouse associates.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel experience highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee work assignments to achieve inbound and outbound service requirements.
• Direct achievement of performance objectives related to productivity, quality, service, and safety.
• Monitor workflow, work completed, error rates and related metrics and take corrective action.
• Ensure procedures are observed, implemented, and enforced.
• Confirm quality and inspection process is accurate and excess costs are eliminated.
• Ensure safe working environment and follows safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate time, attendance, and performance management records.
• Maintain positive employee relations and morale.
• Recommend performance management actions.
• Assist in developing and documenting warehouse processes.
• Establish and monitors performance standards for warehouse functions, including pick, pack, and ship.
• Process returned merchandise.
• Establish and monitors performance standards for equipment, assembly, housekeeping, etc.
• Develop and implements training certification programs and ensures warehouse employees receive training.

Skills

Team leadership

Inventory control

Data analysis

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description As the Supervisor - Operations, you will lead warehouse operations and inventory control activities to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate execution across receiving, picking, packing, shipping, wire cutting, and light assembly functions. You will supervise, coach, and develop a team while driving inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution. Partnering closely with warehouse teams, you will maintain inventory integrity, ensure timely transaction processing, and enforce compliance with safety, quality, audit, and company standards. By analyzing inventory and operational KPIs, you will identify improvement opportunities, enhance productivity, reduce errors, and support exceptional customer service. Reporting to a Manager or Senior Manager Operations, you will help develop processes and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Job Description As the Supervisor - Operations, you will lead warehouse operations and inventory control activities to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate execution across receiving, picking, packing, shipping, wire cutting, and light assembly functions. You will supervise, coach, and develop a team while driving inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution. Partnering closely with warehouse teams, you will maintain inventory integrity, ensure timely transaction processing, and enforce compliance with safety, quality, audit, and company standards. By analyzing inventory and operational KPIs, you will identify improvement opportunities, enhance productivity, reduce errors, and support exceptional customer service. Reporting to a Manager or Senior Manager Operations, you will help develop processes and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, with flexibility to support business needs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee work assignments to achieve inbound and outbound service requirements
• Direct achievement of performance objectives related to productivity, quality, service, and safety
• Monitor workflow, work completed, error rates and related metrics and takes corrective action
• Ensure procedures are observed, implemented, and enforced
• Confirm quality and inspection process is accurate and excess costs are eliminated
• Ensure safe working environment and follows safety regulations
• Maintain accurate time, attendance, and performance management records
• Maintain positive employee relations and morale
• Recommend performance management actions
• Assist in developing and documenting warehouse processes
• Establish and monitors performance standards for warehouse functions, including pick, pack, and ship
• Process returned merchandise
• Establish and monitors performance standards for equipment, assembly, housekeeping, etc.
• Develop and implements training certification programs and ensures warehouse employees receive training

Qualifications

• High School Degree or Equivalent required
• Fork Lift Certification preferred
• 3 years warehouse and distribution operations experience
• 1 year experience leading warehouse associates
• Intermediate to advanced Excel experience highly preferred
• Ability to operate a forklift or have the ability to obtain a forklift certification
• Strong knowledge of inventory control processes
• Knowledge of electrical, construction or mechanical products
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management skills
• Basic computer skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to learn and use business planning systems
• Resolve problems in a timely manner under stressful situations
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and equipment
• Ability to anticipate and prepare for customer needs

Physical Expectations

• Work is physically strenuous and workers are required to lift heavy packages up to 50 pounds.
• Work may require excessive bending or stooping.
• Employee required to climb ladders.
• Employee required to use hand tools.
• Employee uses heavy machinery (e.g., forklift, etc.).

Compensation Details: $64,653 - $84,048 Annually

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan,subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here .

About The Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.