Warehouse Supervisor

Talentify; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Medical

Vision

Dental

Paid Time Off

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding in Indianapolis/Plainfield, IN seeks a Warehouse Supervisor to establish and execute policies for cargo handling in the onsite warehouse, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with FAA and internal standards. You will oversee loading/unloading, manage staff, and coordinate Pharma freight operations.

You will lead a small team, hire and coach staff, monitor performance, implement quality controls, and collaborate with senior management to deliver strategic results.

Qualifications

• 2+ yrs. experience in similar field.
• 2+ yrs. leadership experience.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with occasional overtime.
• Airfreight experience preferred.
• Has extensive depth of expertise and knowledge in specialized functions or business areas.
• Develops advanced concepts, techniques, and standards.
• Deals with cross-cultural tactical issues.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Pharma freight services to ensure safe, timely and cost-effective processing of shipments.
• Supervises receiving, pickup and delivery, rating, billing, documenting, warehousing, routing, dispatching, and transporting freight.
• Verifies load planning as it relates to placement of containers/weight on the aircraft to ensure air worthiness and that regulations, e.g., FAA, and company policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Oversees the loading and unloading of Pharma air freight.
• Supervises two or more staff. Responsible for hiring, coaching, training, and developing subordinate staff.
• Assigns work, sets completion dates, reviews work, and manages performance in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and performance management processes.
• Implements and directs quality control program for all operational areas.
• Establishes, monitors, and revises policies, procedures, and service standards for the operation
• May be responsible for new operations and customer project teams
• and direct vendors regarding hub
• Expert advisor to peers and internal customers.
• Collaborates with senior management to deliver strategic business results.
• Builds collaborative working relationships across groups; evokes loyalty and respect from others.
• Implements business strategies with direct impact on business unit/functional results. Erroneous decisions or recommendations or failure to achieve results would normally result in major delays in assigned work resulting in considerable expenditure of additional time, human resources, and/or funds.
• Ensures performance planning, coaching, and evaluation occurs per policy.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Flexibility

Airfreight experience

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor

Job location: Indianapolis and Plainfield, Indiana

Responsible for establishing and executing the policies and procedures necessary to manage the physical manipulation of cargo within, into, and out of the onsite warehouse. Ensures that the entire process meets customer and internal requirements and is completed in an organized, efficient, and safe manner. Provides dependable, efficient, and cost-effective, administrative & operation support. Provides guidance in operations including, loading, unloading, or inter- and intra-line transfers of Pharma shipments. Ensures weight and balance computations are maintained.

Tasks:

• Supervises and coordinates Pharma freight services to ensure safe, timely and cost-effective processing of shipments.
• Supervises receiving, pick-up and delivery, rating, billing, documenting, warehousing, routing, dispatching, and transporting freight, shipments.
• Verifies load planning as it relates to placement of containers/weight on the aircraft to ensure air worthiness and that regulations, e.g., FAA, and company policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Oversees the loading and unloading of Pharma air freight.
• Supervises two or more staff. Responsible for hiring, coaching, training, and developing subordinate staff.
• Assigns work, sets completion dates, reviews work, and manages performance in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and performance management processes.
• Implements and directs quality control program for all operational areas.
• Establishes, monitors, and revises policies, procedures, and service standards for the operation
• May be responsible for new operations and customer project teams
• and direct vendors regarding hub
• Expert advisor to peers and internal customers.
• Collaborates with senior management to deliver strategic business results.
• Builds collaborative working relationships across groups; evokes loyalty and respect from others.
• Implements business strategies with direct impact on business unit/functional results. Erroneous decisions or recommendations or failure to achieve results would normally result in major delays in assigned work resulting in considerable expenditure of additional time, human resources, and/or funds.
• Ensures performance planning, coaching, and evaluation occurs per policy.

Skill & Qualifications:

• 2+ yrs. experience in similar field required
• 2+ yrs. leadership experience required
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with occasional overtime
• Airfreight experience preferred
• Has extensive depth of expertise and knowledge in specialized functions or business areas. A thorough understanding of specific aspects of work supervised and practical application to problems and situations ordinarily encountered
• Develops advanced concepts, techniques, and standards
• Develops new applications based on professional principles and theories.
• Deals with cross-cultural tactical issues

Pay Range: $62,475.00 - $83,300.00 (Based on Experience)

Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)

• Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.
• 401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
• Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
• Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
• Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
• Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.
• Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.

Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?

At DHL Global Forwarding, we invest in our employees’ growth, providing training, guidance, and career advancement opportunities. We believe in building careers, not just jobs, and empowering our team to develop skills and achieve long-term success.

Be part of DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider, operating in 220+ countries. DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air and ocean freight, with 30,000+ employees ensuring seamless transport and supply chain solutions. Explore careers with us: DHL Careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.