Warehouse Supervisor

W. W. Grainger; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

PTO

401(k)

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Leave for birth parents

Job summary

W. W. Grainger, Inc. in Louisville, KY, is seeking a Warehouse Manager to lead a multi-shift operation and ensure efficient order fulfillment and safety. You will oversee scheduling, staffing, material handling, and audits to optimize resources.

The role emphasizes coaching team members, driving performance metrics, and maintaining OSHA/DOT/EPA compliance with HazMat rules. A Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in warehouse leadership are required, with SAP and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years leadership in high-volume warehouse.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 75 pounds.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office and WMS.
• Experience with safety and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a multi-shift warehouse operation with 85% in warehouse and 15% in office.
• Manage daily scheduling, staffing, material management, compliance, training and auditing.
• Coach and develop team members with fair evaluations and discipline when needed.
• Promote a positive environment focused on key metrics.
• Ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA compliance and HazMat handling per Grainger policies.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Warehouse management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working by serving more than4.6 million customersworldwide with maintenance, repair andoperating(MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customerexpertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported2025 revenue of$17.9 billion. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $62,300.00 – $103,900.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 5% or $, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

Rewards and Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

You will report to and support the Warehouse Managerin ensuring accurate receipt of product, order fulfillment and the optimization of resources and processes. You will analyze and develop solutions related to workflow, quality, cycle time, team member safety and other key metrics while maintaining compliance with company policies. You will foster a workplace where team members are engaged and committed to the success of the company.

You Will

• Work in a multi-shift operation with extended hours of operation. 85% time in warehouse environment, which may include in the actual flow when needed. 15% in office, training or customer contact.
• Manage daily scheduling, staffing, material management, compliance, training and auditing activities.
• Provide coaching, feedback and development to team members, ensuring everyone is treated fairly and with respect. This includes performance evaluations, recognition and disciplinary action.
• Promote a positive and engaging work environment focused on key metrics.
• Identify important variables across the workflow process and implement enhancements to the workflow.
• Develop performance measurements and internal auditing processes to evaluate operations efficiency and quality.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA and company regulations with emphasis on HazMat and PIE requirements. Certify the handling/shipping of hazardous materials complies with government regulations and Grainger policies.

You Have

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• 2+ years previous leadership or supervisor experience in high-volume, multi-shift, order fulfillment warehouse.
• Ability to frequently lift, slide and lower packages up to 75 pounds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, SAP and warehouse management systems.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.