What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Center Supervisor position at KGPCo?
KGPCo is the go-to partner to Communications Service Providers. Our customers rely on our extensive range of network solutions and services to help them build, maintain, and transform networks that connect the world.
The communications industry is evolving every day and we are at the frontline of these innovations. From ground to cloud, the work we do is transforming networks and impacting communities nationwide. It’s work that happens because of our motivated teams of doers and problem solvers.
Our Core Values define how we do business:
- The Customer is Everything.
- Relationships Matter. All of Them.
- Question Things. Take Action.
- Work Hard. Work Smart. Enjoy the Experience.
- Growth Mindset.
It’s not just a job – it’s a step in your career!
SUMMARY:
Responsible for day-to-day leadership and coaching to create a motivated work environment where employees can excel. Consistently meets or exceeds productivity expectations while ensuring the team are retaining customers by getting the job done right the first time. The DC Supervisor oversees functional areas including shipping, receiving, cable cutting, transportation, and inventory control.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- In partnership with the Manager, builds employee engagement and a high performing team by recruiting, training, and retaining the best talent within span of control.
- Responsible for all aspects of the warehouse operation functions for assigned department.
- Proactively identifies areas for improvement, builds action plans and seeks opportunities to grow their business and increase customer satisfaction.
- Drive compliance with safety, quality, and productivity goals in support of warehouse team objectives.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to demonstrate valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Must be able to provide proof of insurance.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- High school or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Two years or more related high volume fast paced distribution operations experience.
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to demonstrate “hands on” warehouse tasks as well as being active in the daily warehouse operations.
- Working knowledge of automated warehouse management system.
- A proven ability to lead others and motivate them to succeed in meeting customer’s needs.
- Build good partnerships with all areas of the organization by exhibiting excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Detailed oriented and a good problem solver.
- Ability to prioritize, organize effectively and work independently.
- Proven ability to handle change management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and strong organizational skills.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Ability to read and understand basic instructions, short communications, and memos; draft simple written correspondence; and effectively communicate in one-on-one or small group settings with customers, clients, and colleagues.
- Proficiency in adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. Capable of performing calculations involving American currency and standard units of weight, volume, and distance.
- The ability to follow written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions and solve problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
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 position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to listen and speak. The employee frequently is required to sit, use their hands to handle, touch, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with their arms and hands.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
BENEFITS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental insurance plans.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- 401(k) with Company match.
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick/safe time.
- Pet insurance for our non-human family members.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
About KGPCo:
KGPCo is a key strategic partner to the world’s leading communication and technology companies creating the next generation of networks. By uniquely combining Network Services and Supply Chain Solutions to build, optimize, and maintain networks, our team’s unmatched expertise enables our customers to navigate today’s challenges, implement tomorrow’s innovations, and build the future. KGPCo OneTouch™ provides a single source for everything from design and architecture to production and sourcing to installation and support.From ground to cloud, KGPCo is the only company in the industry that offers a complete range of solutions and an integrated approach to build, optimize, and maintain networks. Since 1973, KGPCo has built unique offerings of Supply Chain, Distribution, Integration Services, and Network Services including OSP, ISP and Network Cloud by understanding industry challenges and relying on the solid foundation of hard work and perseverance established by founders Kathleen and Dale Putrah. It’s this legacy that has established an unequaled Customer First philosophy for KGPCo - Products, Services, and Network Cloud.
