Distribution Supervisor

Job Summary

Oversees the distribution operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of products. Manages logistics, inventory, and transportation processes to optimize distribution performance. Ensures compliance with safety standards and improves operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages day to day operations of the distribution team, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks while aligning with overall departmental goals.
• Leads the distribution team by assigning tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring the team meets production and distribution targets.
• Coordinates with other departments and supervisors to align distribution activities with production schedules and inventory management requirements.
• Evaluates performance of team members, providing coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities to ensure continued growth and efficiency.
• Implements and enforces safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
• Develops workflow processes and strategies that optimize distribution activities, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
• Coaches less experienced staff, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure their successful integration into the distribution team.
• Assists manager in identifying and addressing operational issues and opportunities to improve overall distribution performance.
• Generates reports on distribution activities and key performance indicators, presenting data to senior management for review and decision-making.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: High School Diploma

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: None

Specialized Degree: None

Licenses/Certificates: None

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Field of Expertise: None

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes

Number of Direct Reports:

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting: 5% Weight: 45

Climbing: 5%

Kneeling/Stooping: 5%

Sitting: 30%

Walking: 50%

Pushing/Pulling: 5% Weight: 0

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Various Shifts

Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays

Extreme Heat/Cold

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Safety Vest

Radio/Walkie

Competencies

Attracts Top TalentCommunicates EffectivelyCourageDecision QualityDrives ResultsFinancial Acumen

Skills

Quality ControlShipping And ReceivingRelationship BuildingProcess ImprovementAccountabilityWorkflow ManagementSafety StandardsChange ManagementWarehouse Management SystemsInventory ControlBenefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.