Expeditors
Warehouse Supervisor
Expeditors, Peabody, Massachusetts, us, 01960
We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!
Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.
Our Mission
We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!
To support the Expeditors facility in the pursuit of Warehouse Excellence by promoting a culture of safety and security in a facility that is efficient and meet high quality standards through continuous improvement and modernization. Hours are from 5:00PM-2:00AM
Tasks and Duties
This section lists job-specific tasks and duties, such as the ones listed below, that are completed on a regular basis by the employee as noted in the Warehouse Operational Performance Standards. (https://expeditorsintl.sharepoint.com/sites/OpStandards/SitePages/Warehouse-Operations.aspx)
Supervising and coaching your Warehouse teams
Weekly team / huddle with Warehouse Lead
Monthly 1-on-1’s with Warehouse Lead
Assist and/or set with the annual mid & end year reviews with the Warehouse Lead
Assist and/or set annual improvement objectives for Warehouse Leads
Assist in execution of District Tactical Business Plan
Ensure a safe and secure work environment
Responsible for execution of Expeditors warehouse procedures, safety and compliance standards
Maintain a clean and professional facility (as per local standards)
Responsible that all equipment is maintained in a safe operational condition including the required maintenance contract
Provide weekly/monthly/annually input to warehouse budget, includes staffing and overtime expenses, equipment procurement and maintenance, and facility repair
Ensure your teams are staffed to meet demand including a flexible work force
Oversee all aspects of warehouse staffing, includes permanent and contingent staff
Ensure coverage of operations with staff who have the appropriate certifications
Assist with Interview, onboard, develop, and support staff within area of responsibility, includes permanent and contingent staff, according the trainings schedule
Support employee versatility (cross training)
Responsible for execution of the processes in the area of responsibility, following operational standards (OPS) and KPI expectations
Improve safety, quality, delivery and cost reduction through continuous improvement methods
Participate in transitioning and onboarding new customers
Manage, prevent, and resolve inventory, over/short/damage, process and customer exceptions
Assist with perform process audits to ensure security and safety of people, facility, and freight
Allocate workloads within team to ensure smooth operations during peak activity or staff absence
Proactively communicate with the team to ensure continuous awareness and understanding of policies and regulations
Oversee and ensure compliance with Expeditors Operational Process Standards
Physical Demands
Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc.
Write with pencil/pen/marker
Functions performed primarily while seated at desk and driving a forklift truck.
4 years of industry specific knowledge
Inventory management
Self-reflecting and open to feedback
Initiative and ability to work in autonomy
Proven leadership attitude and background
Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
Good computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, MS Word)
Fluent in English
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
Health Plan: Medical
Life Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training and Personnel Development Program
Growth opportunities within the company
Employee Referral Program Bonus
Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.
Our Mission
We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!
To support the Expeditors facility in the pursuit of Warehouse Excellence by promoting a culture of safety and security in a facility that is efficient and meet high quality standards through continuous improvement and modernization. Hours are from 5:00PM-2:00AM
Tasks and Duties
This section lists job-specific tasks and duties, such as the ones listed below, that are completed on a regular basis by the employee as noted in the Warehouse Operational Performance Standards. (https://expeditorsintl.sharepoint.com/sites/OpStandards/SitePages/Warehouse-Operations.aspx)
Supervising and coaching your Warehouse teams
Weekly team / huddle with Warehouse Lead
Monthly 1-on-1’s with Warehouse Lead
Assist and/or set with the annual mid & end year reviews with the Warehouse Lead
Assist and/or set annual improvement objectives for Warehouse Leads
Assist in execution of District Tactical Business Plan
Ensure a safe and secure work environment
Responsible for execution of Expeditors warehouse procedures, safety and compliance standards
Maintain a clean and professional facility (as per local standards)
Responsible that all equipment is maintained in a safe operational condition including the required maintenance contract
Provide weekly/monthly/annually input to warehouse budget, includes staffing and overtime expenses, equipment procurement and maintenance, and facility repair
Ensure your teams are staffed to meet demand including a flexible work force
Oversee all aspects of warehouse staffing, includes permanent and contingent staff
Ensure coverage of operations with staff who have the appropriate certifications
Assist with Interview, onboard, develop, and support staff within area of responsibility, includes permanent and contingent staff, according the trainings schedule
Support employee versatility (cross training)
Responsible for execution of the processes in the area of responsibility, following operational standards (OPS) and KPI expectations
Improve safety, quality, delivery and cost reduction through continuous improvement methods
Participate in transitioning and onboarding new customers
Manage, prevent, and resolve inventory, over/short/damage, process and customer exceptions
Assist with perform process audits to ensure security and safety of people, facility, and freight
Allocate workloads within team to ensure smooth operations during peak activity or staff absence
Proactively communicate with the team to ensure continuous awareness and understanding of policies and regulations
Oversee and ensure compliance with Expeditors Operational Process Standards
Physical Demands
Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc.
Write with pencil/pen/marker
Functions performed primarily while seated at desk and driving a forklift truck.
4 years of industry specific knowledge
Inventory management
Self-reflecting and open to feedback
Initiative and ability to work in autonomy
Proven leadership attitude and background
Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
Good computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, MS Word)
Fluent in English
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
Health Plan: Medical
Life Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training and Personnel Development Program
Growth opportunities within the company
Employee Referral Program Bonus