Warehouse Operations Supervisor (SAP & Forklift)

Riviana Foods; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Riviana Foods in Memphis, TN seeks a Warehouse Supervisor to coordinate hourly staff and supervise loading operations, inventory control, sanitation and safety compliance. You will report to the Warehouse Manager, optimize throughput, and ensure accurate shipping/receiving, using SAP/WMS systems and forklift operations.

Must have 3+ years in a high-volume warehouse management role, a college degree preferred, and forklift certification.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred.
• Have at least 3 years of management experience in a high-volume warehousing and/or distribution operation, preferably in the foodservice industry.
• Have a good working knowledge of the principal food distribution disciplines such as supply chain, data processing, transportation, and warehousing.
• 2-5 years knowledge of WMS with an emphasis on SAP.
• Certified Forklift Operator.

Responsibilities

• Managing, evaluating and reporting on warehouse productivity.
• Assign trucks to proper loading docks.
• Inspect vehicles for equipment condition, leaks, odors, etc., and rejects or accepts vehicles for loading.
• Notify Traffic Coordinator when trucks arrive and the condition of equipment.
• Calculate layout of product in vehicles for correct weight distribution and stability during transit.
• Supervise assigned loading crews daily; staffing varies with shipping volume.
• Ensure proper stock rotation by daily monitoring finished goods inventory.
• Take physical inventory of finished goods weekly or when requested by Accounting.
• Supervise sanitation schedules and routine cleanup; maintain MSDS/HACCP records.
• Train and certify forklift operators; conduct regular safety meetings.
• Maintain records and communicate with maintenance on equipment issues.
• Impose disciplinary actions when necessary; conduct annual reviews.
• Safeguard company assets and coordinate with security personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Warehouse Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Reports & documentation

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

SAP

WMS

Forklift Certification

Job description

Riviana Foods in Memphis, TN seeks a Warehouse Supervisor to coordinate hourly staff and supervise loading operations, inventory control, sanitation and safety compliance. You will report to the Warehouse Manager, optimize throughput, and ensure accurate shipping/receiving, using SAP/WMS systems and forklift operations.

Must have 3+ years in a high-volume warehouse management role, a college degree preferred, and forklift certification.