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Job Description
If you are a distribution professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for a Distribution Supervisor based in Southaven, MS. In this role, you will be directly responsible for managing daily operations within the Memphis Distribution Center. You will lead and support an hourly workforce while partnering closely with leadership, vendors, and both internal and external customers to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality distribution operations.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
You communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences, building trust and alignment across teams. You foster an inclusive environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and motivated to perform at their best. You take ownership of results, understand the operational drivers behind performance metrics, and collaborate effectively to achieve shared goals. You embrace change and help drive a positive culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and results.
For This Role, You Will Need:
At Emerson, we are committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and diverse perspectives because we know strong teams drive better results. Through mentorship, training, and leadership development opportunities, we invest in your growth so you can make a meaningful and lasting impact.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and offer flexible, competitive benefits designed to support you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. Our culture also supports work-life balance through flexible time-off programs, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holidays.
About Us
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com .
About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
No calls or agencies please.
If you are a distribution professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for a Distribution Supervisor based in Southaven, MS. In this role, you will be directly responsible for managing daily operations within the Memphis Distribution Center. You will lead and support an hourly workforce while partnering closely with leadership, vendors, and both internal and external customers to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality distribution operations.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and support through positive and professional interactions during daily operations.
- Ensure employees understand their assigned responsibilities and have the tools, resources, and direction needed to perform their work effectively.
- Optimize operational output by aligning workforce execution with productivity, quality, and safety expectations.
- Mentor and develop team members to support performance objectives and long-term career growth.
- Maintain strong employee relations through timely coaching, honest feedback, and consistent communication.
- Drive continuous improvement for the department, team, and individual performance using measurable goals.
- Build team engagement by navigating challenges together and recognizing achievements and successes.
You communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences, building trust and alignment across teams. You foster an inclusive environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and motivated to perform at their best. You take ownership of results, understand the operational drivers behind performance metrics, and collaborate effectively to achieve shared goals. You embrace change and help drive a positive culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and results.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- An associate degree in business management, supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in distribution or warehouse operations.
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience leading teams, with specific experience supervising pick/pack operations.
- Proficiency using ERP, WMS, and Microsoft Office applications to review, analyze, and act on operational data.
- Experience operating a forklift.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage people and priorities.
- The ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
- Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a distribution or warehouse environment.
- Demonstrated ability to drive team engagement and performance in a fast-paced operation.
- Experience working cross-functionally with operations leadership, vendors, and internal customers.
- Proven success developing and retaining high-performing teams.
- Experience training others on forklift operation.
- Experience working on an off shift.
At Emerson, we are committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and diverse perspectives because we know strong teams drive better results. Through mentorship, training, and leadership development opportunities, we invest in your growth so you can make a meaningful and lasting impact.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and offer flexible, competitive benefits designed to support you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. Our culture also supports work-life balance through flexible time-off programs, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holidays.
About Us
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com .
About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
No calls or agencies please.