Warehouse Operations Supervisor - 1st Shfit

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company seeks a Contract Logistics Specialist to oversee the operations of their warehousing facilities. This role involves managing team performance, ensuring efficiency, and maintaining safety standards while contributing to a globally recognized team focused on delivering high-quality logistics solutions.

Benefits

Medical/dental benefits

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent training programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a warehouse environment.
• 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• At least 1 year operating powered industrial trucks.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day warehouse operations and team performance.
• Optimize warehouse efficiency and meet KPIs.
• Ensure safety and accuracy in shipping processes.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Warehouse Efficiency

Safety Operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Powered Industrial Trucks

Job description

It's more than a job

As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centres. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.

In this role, you will lead a team and have general responsibility for coordinating daily warehouse activities to ensure the full and efficient operation of your assigned area. Your typical shift will be Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM. As a 3PL provider, we will count on your leadership skills to help drive excellent service for our valued customers.

How you create impact

• Supervise and develop the performance of your team through effective training, coaching, and motivational strategies
• Drive a culture of belonging in a diverse workforce where all associates feel safe, valued, and included
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide timely feedback to team members
• Implement strategies to ensure the highest quality of work, optimize warehouse efficiency and productivity, and meet or exceed KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
• Ensure safe operations and healthy environments for employees, customers, vendors, and visitors
• Ensure shipments are accurate and free of damage, product is counted, and all necessary records and reports are completed accurately and on time
• Help maintain the security of the warehouse and assure the integrity of inventory
• Implement continuous improvement action plans
• Be flexible to work overtime and perform other responsibilities as needed

What we would like you to bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in a warehouse environment
• 2 or more years in a supervisory role
• At least 1 year of experience operating powered industrial trucks
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

What's in it for you

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-onsite

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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