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Distribution Center Supervisor
Myerstown, PA
Job Description
Job Summary
The Yard Supervisor will execute distribution and inventory stocking plans for the Distribution Center and provide direct leadership to the Distribution Center staff for the daily execution of business goals. The role will act in support of, and in consultation with the Outside/Inside Sales, Account Management, Customer Service, Shipping, Human Resources, and Finance departments and drive critical Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Productivity and Inventory Accuracy.
Specific goals including; Safety, Fill Rates, On Time Shipping, Inventory Accuracy and Turns, Monthly Sales, and Fair Employment practices will be key measures of success in this role. This role also serves as a focal point for Neenah Foundry’s Municipal Products Group in the respective region in support of customer requirements.
Essential Functions
Job duties may change over time and additional job functions may become essential. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Direct supervision of 1 - 4 Distribution Center staff.
- Efficient management and deployment of finished goods inventory to balance financial risk and customer satisfaction.
- Strong working relationship with Field Sales, Shipping, Inside Sales, Finance and Department personnel.
- Daily data entry of customer orders, inventory control, and inventory accuracy.
- Schedule inbound and outbound transportation, and customer pickups.
- Obtain market intelligence and recommend stocking solutions based on seasonality and customer preferences.
- Adhere to the Credit Management policies and procedures to protect the collections process
- Assist in other areas of the site as needed and defined by manager.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
Expected Areas of Competence (KPIs)
- Achieve Monthly shipment rates in support of the Annual Plan
- Develop and implement stocking plans to ensure a fill rate > 97% for A items at the DC’s
- Improve Inventory Turns by no less than 15% per year.
- Ensure Inventory Accuracy of > 98% through vigorous execution of a blind cycle count program.
- Demonstrate the ability to work as a Team, influencing others through strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to be an effective communicator at Hourly, Executive, and Customer levels of communication.
- Strong computerized analytic abilities to determine forecast accuracy, economic stocking quantities and demand trends
This position description is intended to cover the most significant, ongoing job functions and competency areas. Successful performance in the role will require performing satisfactorily other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements
- High School diploma with 5 years of experience in Customer Service or Supply Chain Operations
- Associates Degree with 2 years’ experience or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Customer Service, or Supply Chain Management.
- 2-5 years’ experience in Distribution, preferably in a manufacturing environment, is preferred.
- Strong computer analytics required.
- A demonstrated record of accomplishment implementing successful distribution process, including system implementations, credit card security, lease and grounds administration, and customer service.
- Prior supervisory experience with a record of successful personnel management.
- Forklift certification and experience.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
- The worker must be able to access, analyze and otherwise work with, enter information stored in or obtained through the company's computer system, and to communicate effectively with co-workers and third parties who have business dealings with the company's Human Resources operations.
Licenses / Certifications – Forklift Certified.
Travel Requirements
- Up to 15% - Overnight travel may include weekends for physical inventory, and potential for emergency fill-in at other Distribution Centers.
Candidates for positions with NEI, Neenah Foundry Company and its subsidiaries must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. All offers of employment will be conditioned upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-hire background check and drug screen. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
NEI, including Neenah Foundry Company and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
EEO/AAP/Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Veterans
NEI is an equal opportunity employer and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, or national origin.
Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
5+ years
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