Inbound Supervisor

SUMMARY:  The Inbound Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the inbound receiving department. This role ensures that all incoming shipments are received, inspected, and processed efficiently, safely, and accurately to support inventory control and timely order fulfillment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·       Supervise and coordinate the activities of the inbound team to ensure accurate and timely receipt of goods.

·       Verify and maintain accurate records of all incoming shipments and communicate discrepancies to appropriate parties.

·       Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company policies.

·       Monitor staffing levels and delegate tasks to maintain productivity and efficiency.

·       Partner with Inventory Control and Purchasing to resolve inventory discrepancies and improve inbound processes.

·       Train and coach team members on proper receiving techniques and company expectations.

·       Use WMS (Warehouse Management System) and other systems to track inbound shipments and update records.

·       Conduct regular audits of inbound processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.

·       Collaborate with other departments (e.g., transportation, outbound, quality) to streamline operations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

·       Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

·       3+ years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role.

·       Strong understanding of inventory systems and logistics processes.

·       Experience with WMS or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Manhattan).

·       Excellent organizational and communication skills.

·       Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team in a fast-paced environment.

·       Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in a warehouse setting

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

·       Self-motivated with desire to continuous improvement

·       Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to spend prolonged periods at a desk and computer. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.  The employee must occasionally lift, pull, and move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. The expectation is that work is to be completed at a KSI location unless specific circumstances require remote work.