Job Title:  Supervisor, Distribution Center

Position Summary

This position supervises staff at the Distribution Center operations ensuring safe, timely, cost-effective receiving, and shipping of finished goods.  Ensures high levels of Customer service and satisfaction by coordinating supply chain activities with the Manufacturing, Planning, and Sourcing groups.  Maintains appropriate and accurate record keeping and data management systems and is an effective liaison with transportation providers and internal and external Customers.

Duties

1.         Responsible for receipt of finished goods and shipments to domestic customers and distributors.  

2.         Coordinate activities and provide direction to employees in charge of daily operations.

3.         Develop and/or maintain the required material handling procedures and work instructions for the department.

4.         Ensure required daily production requirements are aligned with Customer requirements.

5.         Maintain and supervise appropriate inventory record keeping. Provide input for warehouse design and logistics.

6.         Maintain a safe working environment by instructing employees on established safety practices and enforcing practices at all times.  Ensure that emergency equipment, electrical panels, and exits are regularly monitored and free from obstructions.

Duties Cont.

7.         Responsible for proper operation of equipment, including the training and instruction of operators on equipment use, and the requisitioning of needed equipment maintenance.  Ensure equipment is maintained in a clean working order.

8.        Establish, maintain, and promote positive employee relations, while maintaining productivity, attendance, and general order required for an efficient operation. 

9.          Ensure daily cycle counts are taken and provide Senior Distribution Manager/Director with monthly reports on outcome.

10.       Work with cross functional groups to ensure traffic between warehouse points and to customers is coordinated and managed optimally.

11.       In conjunction with STERIS Planning, ensure efficient traffic management feedback to Director regarding performance of carriers.

12.       Coordinate and lead special projects affecting domestic warehouse operations. 

13.       Maintain 5S/SQDC boards and implement Lean initiatives to improve productivity.

14.       Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree required:  Emphasis in Operations or Supply Chain Management is preferred.

or

Minimum 5-10 years warehouse experience.  

and

Minimum 3 - 5 years supervisory experience in warehousing, domestic transportation, and shipping/receiving.  Experience in an FDA controlled facility desirable.

2 – 3 years Lean Warehousing (preferred)

Handling, Storing, and Shipping hazardous materials (preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for the supervision of staff members, responsible for providing clear expectations and opportunities for skill development.  Delegate and ensure understanding of job duties and responsibilities.  Provide a motivating work environment and information on relevant matters including business objectives, company policies and procedures.  Measure and appraise performance and provide accurate feedback.  Recommend/approve salary actions/career development.  Assist employee(s) in skill/career development.  Monitor absences and vacations.  Strong team orientation.  Demonstrated leadership.