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NAPA Auto Parts · 1 month ago

Distribution Center Inbound Operations Supervisor

Laurel, MD, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$56K/yr - $56K/yr

1+ years exp

NAPA Auto Parts is a leading automotive parts retailer, and they are seeking a Distribution Center Inbound Operations Supervisor. This role is responsible for overseeing inbound operations, ensuring efficient freight receiving and stocking activities while fostering a culture of engagement and empowerment among team members.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for supervising and implementing functions of efficient inbound operations by instructing employees how to perform work, monitoring progress, and troubleshooting as needed

Responsible for designing and maintaining organization of inbound freight (scheduling and unloading), receiving dock, stocking activities, housekeeping, and maintenance areas and protocols

Responsible for consistent and innovative solutions to drive adherence to all security and safety rules and regulations, ensuring a safe environment for employees, including but not limited to receiving, stocking and customer return procedures

Proactively maintains awareness of budget planning and enforces cost-saving initiatives and process improvements

Supervises and provides leadership to warehouse associates, promoting engagement and empowerment to solve problems and make good operational decisions

Works with other DC management to investigate and resolve receiving errors; addresses receiving errors with team to mitigate future issues

Schedules team hours to ensure peak period coverage and efficiency

Protects company assets ensuring all equipment is used and maintained properly, buildings are opened, checked and secured daily, monitoring employees so no merchandise leaves without proper receipts

Identifies opportunities for cost reduction and implements process improvements to enhance operational efficiency

Fosters a culture of engagement and empowerment, mentors team members, and facilitates problem-solving and decision-making to drive operational success

Responsible for efficient and accurate methods of processing all new freight, as well as supervision of the team performing put away procedures for incoming freight and customer returns

Oversees the reconciliation of received loads each day to ensure proper receiving of product

Qualification

Forklift certifiedPallet jack certifiedLean Six SigmaWarehouse managementBasic computer skillsCustomer-centric spiritInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving

Required

High School Diploma, general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of experience and education

1+ years' experience within a distribution center or similar environment

Ability to comply with all safety requirements pertaining to job functions and general distribution center safety requirements

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others

Strong organizational skills detail oriented

Ability to use good judgment in order to carry out detailed instructions

Basic computer skills required

Must be capable of lifting/moving heavy items up to 60 lbs

Must be forklift and pallet jack certified

Preferred

2+ years' experience within a distribution center or similar environment

1+ year's proven experience in a managerial role and/or leading teams

Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools

Diverse experience (especially within automotive or retail distribution centers)

Proven experience performing various quality functions (inspection, control, assurance, audits)

Proficiency in using relevant tools and technology (including MS Office, Promapp, Power BI, Visio, etc.)

Customer-centric spirit and task-execution

Enthusiasm for data, analysis, and providing simple insights

Passion for solving complex challenges

Comfort influencing others, leading teams, managing stakeholders, getting buy-in from leadership, and communicating clearly

Test-and-learn mentality and agile way of working to improve team products

Benefits

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.

Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave

Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.

Company

NAPA Auto Parts

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Through nearly 6,000 auto parts stores and over 16,000 auto care and collision centers in the U.S., NAPA has America’s largest network of parts and care.

Founded in 1925

Effingham, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees