Supervisor, Warehousing

UPS; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS Louisville is seeking a Warehousing Supervisor to lead an inbound/outbound operation, focusing on timely processing and efficient workflow. The role guides a team to ensure accurate loading, unloading, and order fulfillment while coordinating with internal support groups to optimize shipment movements.

The ideal candidate has WMS experience, strong people management skills, and a track record of process improvement, with flexibility to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Must have experience leading teams in warehouse or logistics operations.
• Requires strong problem-solving and process-improvement abilities.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations and staffing for inbound/outbound shipments.
• Coordinate with vendors, customers, and internal teams to optimize flow of goods.
• Make workforce decisions including hiring, onboarding, transfers, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure safety, quality, and timely processing of shipments using automation/robotics.

Skills

People management

Complex problem-solving

Process improvement

Schedule flexibility

Tools

WMS

Helix/Softeon

Job description

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Job Description

We’re one of the world’s largest providers of transportation and logistics services. Our customers range from small and mid-sized companies up to global enterprises. Our Global Logistics and Distribution business unit provides comprehensive logistics services and warehousing solutions utilizing a global network of distribution centers, innovative technology and supply chain expertise to manage the flow of goods from receiving to storage and order processing to shipment.

Job Summary

The Warehousing Supervisor operates a warehouse with inbound and outbound freight shipments that are processed within a short timeframe. Supports business products by collaborating with vendors, customers, and other internal support groups for the movement of international and domestic air and ocean shipments. Monitors and manages facility performance to ensure materials are processed in a timely manner and meet customers’ requirements. Responsible for daily facility activities related to loading and unloading containers, pulling orders, freight sorting, customer support, facility inspections, handling employee concerns, etc.

They're responsible for overseeing, evaluating, and correcting the performance and outcomes of a team or multiple teams. Coordinates work across the organization to optimize efficiency. Makes key workforce decisions, such as hiring, onboarding, transferring, laying off, disciplining, assigning, directing, instructing, developing, and rewarding employees. Emphasis on aligning processes and fostering cohesion among team members.

They supervise a team(s) that performs work according to standardized processes or procedures (e.g., entry-level Professional Expertise, Administrative or Technical Support). Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors. Problem solving is guided by policies, procedures and the local business plan; receives guidance and oversight from manager. Typically, does not perform the work supervised.

The operations are automated using technology including but not limited to automation and robotics.

Additional Criteria

• Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to self-relocate by yourself - Required
• WMS experience - Required
• HELIX/Softeon experience - Preferred
• Operational Experience - Preferred
• People management Skills - Preferred
• Complex problem-solving skills
• Process Improvement Skills - Preferred
• Schedule flexibility may be needed depending on business needs.

Job Level

77 - Supervisor

Job Grade

20D

Deadline to Apply

September 11th, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Employee Type

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.