Warehouse Supervisor

Onward Technologies Limited; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Onward Technologies Limited in Wisconsin is seeking a Material Planning & Warehouse Supervisor to oversee material planning and warehouse operations, ensuring accurate inventory and efficient material flow to support production requirements.

You'll lead a team of warehouse and planning staff, coordinate with procurement, logistics, and production, and drive continuous improvement in inventory control and process efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in warehouse operations or material planning.
• Experience supervising teams and coordinating cross-functional activities.
• Strong Excel skills and ERP system experience.
• Excellent organization, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily material planning and warehouse operations.
• Ensure material availability aligns with production schedules.
• Oversee inventory accuracy through cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound material flow.
• Lead warehouse personnel and planning staff, including training and performance management.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, production, and planning teams.

Skills

Inventory planning

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

ERP systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

The Material Planning & Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for overseeing material planning and warehouse operations to ensure accurate inventory management, efficient material flow, and uninterrupted operational support. This role supervises warehouse and material planning activities, coordinates inventory movement, and ensures alignment between material availability and production requirements. The position requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to drive operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily material planning and warehouse operations, including inventory control, material movement, and storage activities
• Ensure material availability aligns with production schedules and operational requirements
• Oversee inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliations, and inventory control procedures
• Coordinate inbound and outbound material flow to support operational efficiency and on-time delivery
• Lead warehouse personnel and planning support staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, production, and planning teams to resolve material shortages and operational issues

Required Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in warehouse operations, material planning, inventory control, or supply chain operations
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience preferred
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehouse operations, and material flow processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; ERP system experience required
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Experience in manufacturing or distribution environments preferred

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, or related field preferred