Warehouse Supervisor

This position is responsible for strategically and tactically managing several warehouse functions within the warehouse in compliance with the Company's policies and vision.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, instructs and directs warehouse personnel to achieve and maintain a high level of service to customers; including timely responses to inquiries concerning on-time, error-free shipments and responding to needs with exceptional service.
• Receives and responds to inquiries regarding incorrect shipments, routine changes and order expediting.
• Maintains a constant focus on Lean fundamentals, continuous improvement and continuous learning to improve performance, quality and efficiency of work processes.
• Engages associates in identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Uses hand carts, manual or driven conveyor, mobile pallet jacks and motorized lift trucks to transport and load parts and materials.
• Champions safe behaviors; actively participates in all safety initiatives.
• Demonstrates fair & ethical relations with everyone, embracing our Core Values & Supply Chain Operating Principles and works to the performance standards as defined for the location and picking and shipping areas.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local laws and enforce all company rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Equivalent to two-four years college study in business and supply chain methods.
• 5 to 7 years warehouse or distribution experience
• Persuasive communicator / strong facilitator / structured and logical thinker
• People management skills including the ability to lead and motivate others
• Strong decision making and ability to implement process improvement initiatives; Lean background preferred
• Basic computer skills: Excel, Power Point, etc, SAP & WMS experience preferred
• Ability to use material handling equipment: carts, pallet jacks, forklifts, etc

Requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, and lift up to 25lbs regularly and up to 50lbs occasionally.

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.