Warehouse Supervisor

Aleron; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Amherst, NY is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to lead the warehouse team and ensure daily operations run smoothly.

You will assign work, coach staff, manage shipping, inventory, and safety, while maintaining high levels of customer service and on-time performance. The role is a direct-hire opportunity with a Monday–Friday schedule and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five years of management or supervisory experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead effectively, establish clear expectations, gain team commitment, and ensure accountability and follow-through.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with customers, employees, supervisors, and vendors.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Working knowledge of order processing systems, inventory management practices, basic mathematics, and standard warehouse equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and motivate teams while promoting accountability, workplace safety, and a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse personnel by setting expectations, gaining commitment, and following through to ensure successful execution.
• Build a positive, energetic, and safe team environment that promotes accountability, teamwork, and customer service.
• Coordinate team schedules, training, progress reviews, and related documentation.
• Oversee shipping, receiving, inventory control, damage reporting, and warehouse records.
• Prioritize orders, shipping documents, and daily workload to meet customer and company needs.
• Manage inventory activities, returns, warehouse supplies, and semi-annual inventory counts.
• Coordinate freight, delivery providers, and cost-effective shipping solutions.
• Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work areas, equipment, facilities, and grounds.
• Support product-related warehouse activities, including pump alignment, assembly, and team instruction.
• Maintain product knowledge and uphold company policies, safety standards, and OSHA compliance.
• Contribute wherever needed to support the team and overall warehouse performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Time Management

Safety Compliance

Customer Service

Inventory Control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management systems

Order processing systems

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor

Location: Amherst, NY

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Industry: Manufacturers' representative

Compensation: $36.00-37.00/HR

Schedule: Monday-Friday 730AM to 5PM

This is a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor role responsible for leading the warehouse team and making sure daily operations run smoothly. They will assign work, set expectations, coach employees, address issues, and ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and on time. The ideal candidate is an energetic leader who can keep the team organized, accountable, and focused on providing excellent customer service.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Lead warehouse personnel by setting expectations, gaining commitment, and following through to ensure successful execution
• Build a positive, energetic, and safe team environment that promotes accountability, teamwork, and customer service
• Coordinate team schedules, training, progress reviews, and related documentation
• Oversee shipping, receiving, inventory control, damage reporting, and warehouse records
• Prioritize orders, shipping documents, and daily workload to meet customer and company needs
• Manage inventory activities, returns, warehouse supplies, and semi-annual inventory counts
• Coordinate freight, delivery providers, and cost-effective shipping solutions
• Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work areas, equipment, facilities, and grounds
• Support product-related warehouse activities, including pump alignment, assembly, and team instruction
• Maintain product knowledge and uphold company policies, safety standards, and OSHA compliance
• Contribute wherever needed to support the team and overall warehouse performance

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five years of management or supervisory experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead effectively, establish clear expectations, gain team commitment, and ensure accountability and follow-through.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with customers, employees, supervisors, and vendors.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Working knowledge of order processing systems, inventory management practices, basic mathematics, and standard warehouse equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and motivate teams while promoting accountability, workplace safety, and a positive work environment.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.